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Two-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Montreal and Quebec City in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Montreal Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Downtown Montreal

    In the morning, take a leisurely stroll through the Montreal Botanical Garden and discover the diverse flora and fauna. The garden is home to more than 22,000 plant species, ten exhibition greenhouses, and thirty thematic gardens. In the afternoon, visit the Montreal Insectarium, which is located within the garden premises and houses over 160,000 specimens of live or preserved insects. End your day with a visit to Vieux-Montreal to admire the historic architecture and explore the quaint streets.

  2. Day 2: Quebec City
    2.5 hours (150 miles) from Montreal

    Discover the charm of Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in a day trip from Montreal. Start your day with a visit to the Citadel, a fortress built in the 19th century, which offers spectacular views of the city. In the afternoon, take a stroll through the narrow streets of Old Quebec and admire the stunning architecture. Visit the Notre-Dame de Quebec Basilica-Cathedral, a 17th-century church, which is a designated National Historic Site of Canada. End your day with a visit to the Battlefields Park, which is home to several monuments and museums.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Olympic Park in Montreal, which includes the Montreal Tower Observatory, the Biodome, and the Planetarium. You can also take a bike ride along the Lachine Canal, which offers beautiful views of the city. If you have extra time, consider visiting Montmorency Falls or Île d'Orléans, which are both within driving distance of Quebec City. To maximize your fun, consider purchasing a city pass, which includes admission to several attractions in both Montreal and Quebec City.

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