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Aerial view of the star-shaped Citadelle of Quebec with its green-roofed barracks, parade square and grassy ramparts, Old Quebec behind it.
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Sébastien Beaujard · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Source

Citadelle of Quebec

The Citadelle of Quebec is a star-shaped fortress on Cap Diamant, built by the British from 1820 to 1850 to defend Quebec City. It is still an active military base, home of the Royal 22e Régiment and a residence of the Governor General, so the fortress is seen on a 60-minute guided tour; the regiment's museum in the East Casemate is visited on your own.

Good to know

Opening hours
Mon–Sun 10:00–17:30

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source lacitadelle.qc.ca

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
Mon10:00–17:30
Tue10:00–17:30
Wed10:00–17:30
Thu10:00–17:30
Fri10:00–17:30
Sat10:00–17:30
Sun10:00–17:30

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Citadelle of Quebec?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:30.

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