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Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church, Quebec City

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From its single white steeple to its grey stone exterior, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church evokes all the charm you'd expect from the old part of the city. Construction began in 1687 in the Colonial French style, underlined by the intricate white and gold details on the interior. The interior pays tribute to Quebec faith and history with representative sculptures and motives throughout, and the naval ship suspended from the ceiling is not to be missed. A British bombardment destroyed the original church, leading to its 1816 rebuild. The church has since been named a National Historic Site of Canada. To visit Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church and get the most from your holiday in Quebec City, create itinerary details personal to you using our Quebec City trip planner.
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Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church reviews

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  • This is a lovely Cathedral. The Mass was at 0930 and in French. The art is beautiful. Construction out front right now. 
    This is a lovely Cathedral. The Mass was at 0930 and in French. The art is beautiful. Construction out front right now.  more »
  • Beautiful church steeped in history, a calm and quiet place to sit and relax amidst the busy hustle of old Quebec, and an interesting piece of Québécoise cultural history. 
    Beautiful church steeped in history, a calm and quiet place to sit and relax amidst the busy hustle of old Quebec, and an interesting piece of Québécoise cultural history.  more »
  • Well it's only open on weekends this time of year, so we were able to see just the outside. The original church in a very old part of town. The architecture is classic and lovely. 
    Well it's only open on weekends this time of year, so we were able to see just the outside. The original church in a very old part of town. The architecture is classic and lovely.  more »
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  • Beautiful bright interior, one of the oldest churches on the north American continent From the outside, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires doesn't seem to impress much but if you take some minutes to enter, sit down in one of the benches and have a look into its interior, you'll be positively surprised. Although you might not be religious (or not even Christian), this small, fine church might attract you thanks to its bright interior, its long history (the altar already mentions 1690 and 1711) and the general white and golden decoration. At the weekend the church may be too crowded, so try best on a weekday. Nevertheless, as many people just walk through for some minutes, you will have the possibility to sit down and admire the church's decoration and feel the ancient spirit! From what I saw, it's unfortunately, not wheelchair accessible.
  • Lots of history here (the oldest church in Canada, for example). Definitely a must-go if you’re in Quebec City. This is also where “Catch me if you can” ends.
  • Beautiful church, a must see. Interesting piece of trivia: This place was featured in the 2002 Tom Hanks/Leonardo DiCaprio film " Catch Me If You Can". Beyond its Hollywood appearances, it is very noteworthy simply because it is one of the oldest churches in North America. This magnificent structure was constructed between 1687 and 1723. It was destroyed during The Battle of The Plains of Abraham ( "French and Indian War" for Americans, " Seven Years War" for Canadians), and then completely rebuilt. If you're in Old Quebec City, this is a must see. Apprecier/enjoy!
  • It's nice esthetic view in Montreal. There are restaurant, there is live music and dance there is old painting, what else I needed! Nothing. Great experience. Must visit this place. This place also contains great history between French and British people. It's not even much crowded place. People are very friendly.
  • Church at the center of lower Quebec City. Wonderful charm! There was a wedding in progress while we were there, otherwise we would have seen the inside. The town square is super picturesque! Relax and enjoy this corner of the world.

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