Visitor Guidelines
Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site
Our national historic sites are unique places and require unique rules to protect them. For more details: View the Canada National Parks Act and its regulations.
If you have any questions please contact the Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site team at 418 648-7016 or at evquebec-quebecve@pc.gc.ca.
Activity Restrictions and special events
There are a number of outdoor activities that require a permit. Check with the Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site team at 418 446-6041 prior to engaging in non-traditional, unusual or commercial activities.
Day use areas
Please note that portable cooking equipment is not permitted (ex. BBQs).
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol is not allowed at Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site.
Pets and service animals
- Pets must be kept outside and on a leash at all times.
- Remember to clean up after your pet.
- Service animals are welcome, in the company of their handlers. Please keep service animals on a leash or harness during your visit to Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site.
Cannabis
Cannabis is legalized and strictly regulated in Canada. It is your responsibility to understand federal, provincial, and municipal regulations for cannabis use.
Given the legislative provisions in Québec City prohibiting the use of cannabis in public places, cannabis use is prohibited at Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site. For more information on the regulation of cannabis in Parks Canada sites, please visit: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/voyage-travel/regles-rules/cannabis.
Given the legislative provisions in Québec City prohibiting the use of cannabis in public places, cannabis use is prohibited at Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site. For more information on the regulation of cannabis in Parks Canada sites, please visit: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/voyage-travel/regles-rules/cannabis.
Drones
All Parks Canada places are ‘no drone zones’ for recreational use.
If you do not possess a permit or special permission to fly your drone in a Parks Canada place, please leave your drone at home. Learn more about our drone usage rules.
If you do not possess a permit or special permission to fly your drone in a Parks Canada place, please leave your drone at home. Learn more about our drone usage rules.
Fireworks
Use of, selling, or purchasing fireworks, or any other type of explosive, is not permitted within a National Historic Site / Park.
Garbage and litter
Never litter.<br<
Good times in the national historic sites are safer and more rewarding when you Leave No Trace of your visit. A good rule of thumb is to leave “no trace on the place” and “no trace on others’ space” </br<
Good times in the national historic sites are safer and more rewarding when you Leave No Trace of your visit. A good rule of thumb is to leave “no trace on the place” and “no trace on others’ space” </br<
Smoking and vaping
Be aware of provincial smoking and vaping regulations regarding distances from buildings, playgrounds, and other facilities.
Cannabis is legalized and strictly regulated in Canada. It is your responsibility to understand federal, provincial, and municipal regulations for cannabis use.
Cannabis is legalized and strictly regulated in Canada. It is your responsibility to understand federal, provincial, and municipal regulations for cannabis use.
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