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Capital city of the Canadian province of the same name, Quebec is a little gem of authenticity marked by history. The fortifications which surround it and the famous Chateau Frontenac which towers over the city bear witness to its rich past. But Quebec is also a dynamic and culturally vibrant city just steps away from a majestic and generous natural heritage.
Lyon (LYS) - Québec (YQB) flight
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Fly to a region whose character is midway between Europe and North America with the airline company, Air Canada. Every day, in approximately 10 hours with a stop in Montreal, you can reach the city of Quebec and enjoy all its architectural, historical and natural beauty. Quebec is a charming city which knows how to welcome and satisfy its visitors!
Prepare your trip to Québec
Formalities for travelling
Since March 2016, the eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is obligatory for all international travelers entering Canada. The document costs 7 Can$ and is obtained online.
French, Belgian or Swiss citizens visiting Quebec do not need to have a digital passport or a visa. However, a request for a visa will be necessary if the stay is longer than 90 days.
Passport validity must be a minimum of a day longer than the length of stay in Canada.
Services at Québec Airport
- Services on Arrival
The local currency in Quebec is the Canadian dollar. 1 Can$ = 0.69€ / 1€ = 1.45 Can$, approximately. There is an Exchange Bureau on the ground floor of Jean-Lesage International airport, in the International Flights Arrivals zone, as well as, one on the second floor in the Domestic Flights Arrivals zone, just beyond the screening checkpoint. As for automatic cash dispensers, you will find them on the ground floor and in the Domestic Flights Arrivals zone on the second floor.
Several car hire companies have a service desk at the airport: AVIS, BUDGET, ENTERPRISE, HERTZ, NATIONAL and ALAMO. They are situated on the ground floor in the airport services building.
- Services on Departure
Several restaurants welcome you on the second floor of the airport and propose pizzas, sandwiches, soups and various snacks.
For shopping, you can benefit from duty-free prices for alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics and perfumes. Kiosks and a massage stall are also at your disposal.
Families will find a nursing room near the control checkpoint with all the necessary equipment for baby changes, feeding and child activities.
The airport provides a coat check and storage services. The Secure Wrap Baggage service is located at the information desk.
Transfer from airport to Québec
There are several transport solutions for getting to Quebec City.
- To begin with, you can use public transport and take the 78 bus which leaves the airport in the early morning and in the late afternoon, from Mondays to Fridays. Journey timetables are available online.
- Alternatively, you can choose to take a taxi to Quebec. Several taxi companies operate from the airport and allow you to reach the city centre in approximately half an hour. Uber service is also available. The taxis are stationed at the airport’s main road.
Useful information about Québec
Weather
Essentials
Distance
5400 km
Local time
13:01
Jet lag
-6 h
Currency
Canadian dollar
Language
French, English
Localisation
- Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport
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Latitude : 46.7907719
Longitude : -71.388569
5 Reasons to go to Québec
1. See Quebec… from the opposite bank of the Saint Lawrence River
Quebec is superb in the evening, when the château and city are lit up! But you may regret not being able to get a fuller view. However, it is possible to do so! Take the Quebec City – Levis Ferry to the opposite bank of the Saint Lawrence. Once there, you can discover the city of Levis and enjoy the amazing views of Quebec and its chateau.
2. Eat strawberries on L’Île d’Orléans
L’Île d’Orléans (Orléans Island) is linked to the mainland by a single bridge. And no sooner you cross this bridge; the island reveals its unique charm: amazing views of the Montmorency Falls, the pure and invigorating sea air, the vegetable farms and fields of strawberries which tempt its visitors… L’Île d’Orléans is a treasure island which will delight you.
3. Have your photo taken in front of the Château Frontenac
Château Frontenac is the emblem of Quebec, so it is no surprise that it is also the most photographed hotel in the world! So strike a pose and don’t miss out on a traditional photo opportunity, facing the Saint Lawrence River or looking onto the monumental chateau, as you stroll along the Terrasse Dufferin.
4. Kayak in a valley in the Jacques-Cartier
The Jacques-Cartier national park is an incredible glacial valley, one of the most beautiful in Quebec. The mountainous plateau, cut by deep valleys and large streams, offers extraordinary kayak or dinghy boat rides in a green, luscious and breathtaking natural setting.
5. Get wet at Montmorency Falls Park
The waterfalls of Montmorency are narrower than that of the Niagara Falls but are 30 metres higher. The Waterfalls are an impressive display of the power and force of water. The more courageous of you will try the Montmorency Falls zipline, those not so sensitive to cold will go down to the foot of the falls to get sprayed by the water, and others will appreciate the views offered by the staircase and cable car.
