Ste. Patrouille winery on Ile d'Orleans, one of the best Quebec City day trips: a gravel road with a row of grapes alongside and a house in the distance.

รŽle D’Orlรฉans in One Day Itinerary – Best Quebec City Day Trips

Are you looking for a guide to the best things to see and do on รŽle d'Orlรฉans? I've put together the perfect one-day itinerary for a summer visit. รŽle d'Orlรฉans is an agricultural island located in the middle of the St. Lawrence River. It's full of farms, wineries, cideries and art galleries. Since it's a short drive from downtown, it's perfect for Quebec City day trips. The island has a…
Montmorency Falls, a waterfall outside Quebec City.

Best Active Day Trips From Quebec City for Outdoor Adventurers

Last month, I visited Quebec for the first time since I was in high school. My wife and I spent several days exploring Quebec Cityโ€™s historical attractions, walking through neighborhoods, and bakery-hopping. What surprised me was how much I loved my day trips from the city. Nature is super accessible with many day trips less than an hour from Quebec City! Read on for four of my favorite day trips from Quebec City for active travelers.ย