9 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.

Get some historical perspective at Parliament Hill and Buildings and Rideau Hall. National Gallery of Canada and Notre Dame Basilica are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's much more to do: take a stroll through ByWard Market, explore the activities along Rideau Canal National Historic Site, and brush up on your military savvy at Canadian War Museum.

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The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Ottawa. In August, daily temperatures in Ottawa can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): get to know the fascinating history of Old Port of Montreal, then admire the masterpieces at Musee des beaux-arts de Montreal, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Notre-Dame Basilica and then get engrossed in the history at Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex.

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You can drive from Ottawa to Montreal in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Montreal can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time 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.

Popular historic sites such as Old Quebec and Lower Town (Basse-Ville) are in your itinerary. Do some cultural sightseeing at La Citadelle de Quebec and Notre-Dame de Quebec Basilica-Cathedral. And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Terrasse Dufferin, take a stroll through Quartier Petit Champlain, steep yourself in history at Royal Battery, and walk around Plains of Abraham.

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Getting from Montreal to Quebec City by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. August in Quebec City sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C at night. On the 9th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.