TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Quai de Portneuf is a beautiful tourist attraction that catches the eye of everyone who visits the area. It is described as a breathtaking view of the Saint Laurent River, especially during sunrise and sunset.
Best of all, it’s not too far off the highway, so it makes the perfect mini detour on your road trip. If you are traveling through the area, stop by and take a photo for keepsakes!
Photos: Google Maps, Jeanluc Verville
Sélection du Pâtissier is a deliscious bakery. It has been in operation for 25 years now and has an SQF certification proving just how high its food safety criteria are. The baked goods they offer are trans-free and have been perfected over the years to be the best recipe they can be.
Their menu includes puddings, pound cakes, regular cakes, and more. If you are in the area, try their mouth-watering desserts!
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The Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs Church was erected in 1927. Don’t miss this church to visit.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0
Don’t miss your chance for an amazing selfie.
Marina of Portneuf is strategically placed one mile downstream from the rapids and has 87 berths. These 87 berths can accommodate boats up to 60 feet in length.
Wok De Hong Kong (Le) is a local Chinese restaurant. Their menu includes egg rolls, spring rolls, chicken wings, chicken soo guy, curried prawns with rice, and much more.
They are open at different times during the week, so be sure to check their hours of operation or call ahead if you plan to visit.
Panoramique | Camping VR et chalets Parkbridge is a local camping ground that is perfect for parking your RV. They offer multiple amenities such as a pool, picnic area, golf carts, Wi-Fi, and much more. The best part is the view of the St. Laurence River!
Photo: Google Maps, Panoramique | Camping VR et chalets Parkbridge
Restaurant St-Alfred has more than ten years of experience, so be confident they can serve their customers delicious meals well worth the money. Their specialties include burgers, tartars, and steak.
They are open at various times during the week, so check hours of operation and call before to check availability.
Photo: https://www.facebook.com/restostalfred
Chemin du Roy, or the King’s Way, was built in XVIII century to link Québec City and Montreal. Work began in 1731, under the supervision of Grand Voyer (senior road surveyor) Eustache Lanouiller de Boisclerc, and was completed in 1737.
On the banks of the St. Lawrence River, you’ll come across three of the prettiest villages in Québec:
