Small City, Big Impact: The Québec City Advantage

Compared to larger convention destinations, Québec City stands out as a boutique alternative—with the same amenities and convenience.

Effortless Access

The city's concentrated downtown core allows attendees to navigate easily between venues, accommodations, and attractions on foot. Most major meeting facilities, including the Québec City Convention Centre, are within walking distance of hotels and restaurants.

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Rich Cultural Experience

Attendees can easily explore the historic streets and priceless architecture of Old Québec between sessions. The city is steeped in 400 years of history, and delegates can immerse themselves in a culture that blends French, English, and First Nations charm.

Convention-goers will be amazed at the wealth of stunning historic sites, impressive landmarks, and buildings that feature different European architectural styles.

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Versatile Venue Options

Despite its smaller size, Québec City offers diverse meeting spaces for groups of all sizes. The Québec City Convention Centre provides state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of the city, while boutique hotels and historic venues offer unique settings for smaller meetings and breakout sessions. These include:

A symbol of the city's rich religious heritage, the iconic Chapelle du Séminaire de Québec completed an ambitious three-year, $5.2 million renovation project in December 2024.
Immerse your attendees in French culture and old-world European charm at Le Capitole Hôtel, a newly renovated hotel located in the Quartier des Spectacles. Meeting spaces include a unique room called Le Confessionnal, the historic Théâtre Capitole, and two fine-dining restaurants.
Voltigeurs de Québec Armoury is home to the oldest Francophone regiment in Canada. Originally built in 1887 and expanded in 1913, it is now a beautiful and historic venue for large-scale events.
A recent $4.5 million investment makes Hôtel Château Laurier Québec a must-visit destination for travelers and event organizers in Québec City. Located steps away from the Plains of Abraham, the hotel offers a high-end experience combining modernity and historic charm.

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Sustainable Meetings

Convention-goers and event attendees are increasingly concerned about the environmental and social impact of the conventions, conferences, and business events they attend. Thankfully, Québec City keeps sustainability at the forefront. Here are three ways how:

The destination recently achieved a milestone: becoming the world's first French-speaking destination to obtain Biosphere sustainable certification. This international sustainability certification and management system is recognized worldwide by UNESCO and UNWTO (World Tourism Organization).
The Québec City Convention Centre is a true leader in sustainable development. The facility offers modern equipment designed for energy efficiency and the management of waste and compostable materials at no additional charge.
To help keep meetings green, many partner hotels in Québec City also go above and beyond by offering free public transit to guests checking in for a minimum of 2 nights, further enhancing the eco-friendly experience.
The city also offers planners the ability to use Event Pass by the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC). This pass provides unlimited rides on the RTC network throughout the event at a minimal cost of $4.65 per day.

Québec City’s small size is one of its greatest strengths as a meeting destination. Although it offers the same amenities that its larger counterparts do, its intimate scale creates an efficient, cost-effective, and culturally rich environment that enhances the success of any event. From sustainable practices to a variety of modern and historic venues, the city delivers an exceptional meeting experience.