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Plains of Abraham

835, Wilfrid-Laurier, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 5H8, Canada (Downtown Quebec City)
418 648 4071
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Ranked #11 of 101 attractions in Quebec City
Type: Historic Sites, Parks
Activities: Golfing, Cross-country skiing
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Traveller Description: The Plains of Abraham Park is located in downtown Quebec City.  It runs parallel with Grand Allee Street on one side and the St. Lawrence Seaway on... more »
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Quebec City, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

It's a beautiful, peaceful and safe park where you can read, play frisbee, walk, jog, rollerblade, bike, picnic and take pictures of beautiful gardens and views. You can visit the Museum and eat there too. Wonderful!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Peaceful lush greenway full of history. Take some time to just sit on a bench and take in this place. Beautiful landscaping and be sure to go to the Citadel, walk around it and see the Governor's Residence- open only on certain days but it is free and tour is very interesting!

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See 13 more reviews by MusicCityTravelers for Quebec City
Chatham, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We were amazed to find out that the battle actually only lasted a very short time. Both Wolf and Montcalm were killed in the battle. Although it is all built up and now a park if one tries one can go back to that time when the British snuck up on the French and beat them in 15 minutes. So... More

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Kolkata, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Visit the Plains of Abraham from the Citadel and the views from the top is fascinating. But there is nothing great to see there. You wouldn't regret (unless you are a photographer) missing it.

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Montreal, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The walk is worth it. You also see the Citadelle, which is an army garnison today. You can visit inside, you pay a fee. Nice view as well.

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Standing in the middle of the Plains of Abraham makes you wonder what kind of battle it was... Spectacular feeling... A must see if you're visiting Quebec City for the first time.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

The plains of Abraham is right next to the citadel, and if you're just leaving the citadel, you can take a moment to appreciate this beautiful park that in 1759 saw a vicious and bloody 20 minute battle that ended with the defeat of the French and their indian allies in Quebec. The plains themselves are great to wander around... More

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Gloucestershire, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We visited on a bright sunny day with snow still in the ground and the park was stunning to walk through. I expect it will be lovely all year around with amazing views of own to the river

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See 6 more reviews by Ateamgoestravelling for Quebec City
Garrison, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

Historic battle was fought here, which mega old school Rock band, The Band referenced in their timeless, epic smash hit, Acadian Driftwood", however, "the deportations happened during the French and Indian War (1754-1763), rather than starting when "the war was over". The Expulsion began immediately after the British victory in the Battle of Fort Beauséjour (1755) in present-day New Brunswick... More

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Dieppe, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

A must see on any visit to Quebec City .......... and a great place for a walkabout and a look back on history ... Enjoy every nook and cranny

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