Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Catholic Church — Attraction in Quebec

Church Construction of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church began in 1688, making it one of North America's oldest churches. It was built on the ruins of Samuel de Champlain’s first home. Unfortunately, bombardments damaged it during the Battle of Québec but was rebuilt according to the original plans in 1763.

The church was originally dedicated to the Infant Jesus, but after two successive political victories, the name Notre-Dame-des-Victoires came to commemorate them.

this whole square with the church in the background - looks very beautiful and feels like you are in some European city

Time: it's not open for visitors, A service is still held there every Sunday at 11 AM, and at that time, visitors are welcome.

Restroom: if you need one, there is a very clean and spacious restroom right there at the square. Just beside the cafe [Café La Maison Smith Notre-Dame], it's there. see...

Beautiful bright interior, one of the oldest churches on the north American continent

From the outside, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires doesn't seem to impress much but if you take some minutes to enter, sit down in one of the benches and have a look into its interior, you'll be positively surprised. Although you might not be religious (or not even Christian), this small, fine church might attract you thanks to its bright interior, its long history (the altar already mentions 1690 and 1711) and the general white and golden decoration.

At the weekend the church may be too crowded, so try best on a weekday. Nevertheless, as many people just walk through for some minutes, you will have the possibility to sit down and admire the church's decoration and feel the ancient spirit! From what I saw, it's unfortunately, not...

Small but historic church in the middle of the very busy (and touristy) Place Royale. Went to mass on Sunday. I appreciated how the priest acknowledged that some of the people in attendance didn't understand spoken French (like me) and he said some words in English at the start and the end of the mass. That was really cool and made me (and I'm guessing others) feel welcomed. They do give parishioners booklets in French or English that contain the proceedings and the scriptures of the mass. I really liked the vibe of this church and its priest. The coolest thing I saw was how they were letting children ring the church's bell (I would've love to do that myself but was afraid to ask). Tip: If you arrive EARLY, you can have breakfast at the Café La Maison Smith...