Less than a three-hour drive from Montreal and about a six-hour drive north of Boston, Quebec City is often said to be the most European of North America’s cities. This French-speaking metropolis, founded in 1608, has a population of around 516,000 and is perched on a high bluff overlooking the St. Lawrence River, with a picturesque Old City enclosed within ancient fortifications. Quebec City offers a wonderfully intimate atmosphere, highly walkable streets, and rich history; many of the finest old buildings now serve as charming hotels.
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