Timeline
11:23
Musée national des Beaux-arts du Québec
Arrive at the Musée national des Beaux-arts du Québec right when it opens at 10:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. The museum is quietest at this hour, giving you space to explore the old prison pavilion and the OMA-designed annex without the midday rush.
12:23
Walk eight minutes to Épices de l'inde for a light lunch. The Indian restaurant is open from 11:30 to 14:00 in the afternoon, fitting perfectly after your museum visit. Try the spices and enjoy a relaxed meal before heading out.
14:23
Fondation du Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec
Take a short walk to the Fondation du Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec viewing spot. It is an 18-minute walk from the museum. This location faces WSW, directly toward the sunset. Arrive here well before the sun goes down to secure a good position.
15:33
Walk five minutes from the viewing spot to La Chope Gobeline. This medieval restaurant is open from 09:00 on weekends and 11:00 on weekdays. Order a drink or a bite here to watch the sun set toward the WSW. The atmosphere is unique, and you will be right where the golden light hits.
Local tip
The museum is open 10:00-17:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. On Wednesday it stays open until 21:00, but the sunset timing works best for the daytime plan. Check the route if you need to get back to your starting point after the meal.
Check before you go
- Épices de l'inde is only open for lunch between 11:30 and 14:00. Arrive before 14:00 to eat there.
- La Chope Gobeline opens at 11:00 on weekdays (Tue-Thu) and 09:00 on weekends (Sat-Sun). Ensure you arrive after these times.
- The Musée national des Beaux-arts du Québec is closed on Mondays.
Worth knowing
- La Chope Gobeline is open at 15:33 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Quebec City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).