7 days in Ottawa, Montreal & Quebec City Itinerary

A major center of technology nicknamed "Silicon Valley North," Ottawa offers visitors a modern flavor with its range of trendy hotels, shops, and restaurants.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): brush up on your military savvy at Canadian War Museum and then get a sense of history and politics at Parliament Hill and Buildings. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at National Gallery of Canada, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Notre Dame Basilica, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Rideau Canal National Historic Site.

For where to stay and more tourist information, read Ottawa day trip planning site.

Toronto to Ottawa is an approximately 3.5-hour combination of ferry and flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Toronto in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Ottawa, with lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can go by car to Montreal.

Quebec's economic and cultural capital, Montreal serves as the province's major point of entry, known for its rich history and high standard of living.

On the 5th (Wed), walk around Mount Royal Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre-Dame Basilica. On the next day, admire the natural beauty at Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal, get a new perspective on nature at Biodome de Montreal, and then kick back and relax at Jean-Dore Beach.

To find photos, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Montreal trip site.

Traveling by car from Ottawa to Montreal takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 12°C, and evening lows to 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to fly to Quebec City.

With a World Heritage-listed old town, Quebec City remains a walkable and safe hub of culture, commerce, and education offering a blend of fascinating history and a range of tourist-oriented activities.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Old Quebec and Terrasse Dufferin. La Citadelle de Quebec and Notre-Dame de Quebec Basilica-Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Next up on the itinerary: stroll around Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, appreciate the extensive heritage of Place Royale, and stop by Quartier Petit Champlain.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Quebec City online trip builder.

You can fly from Montreal to Quebec City in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Montreal, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Quebec City, ranging from highs of 9°C to lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.