Sightseeing

Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau

📍 Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville (rue des Jardins), Old Quebec City, QC (near the city hall and Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral)

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Quebec City
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: About 15-30 minutes
Opening Hours: An outdoor public space, open at all times.
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville (rue des Jardins), Old Quebec City, QC (near the city hall and Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral)
Coordinates: 46.7800, -71.2750

Introduction

This memorial statue honors Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau (1820-1898), Canada's first Roman Catholic cardinal. Unveiled in 1923 in Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in front of Old Quebec City's city hall, it is an open-air public sculpture and historical commemorative site.

✨ Highlights

A historic commemorative statue honoring Canada's first cardinal

At Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau, A historic commemorative statue honoring Canada's first cardinal is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Located in the city hall square in the heart of the old town, next to the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral

At Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau, Located in the city hall square in the heart of the old town, next to the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

The bronze statue and its base relief have artistic and historical value

At Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau, The bronze statue and its base relief have artistic and historical value is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：An outdoor public space, open at all times.

→Transportation：Reached on foot in Old Quebec, right next to the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral and the city hall.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: An outdoor public space, open at all times.; admission: Free.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau?

An outdoor public space, open at all times.

How much is the admission for Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Elzéar-Alexandre Taschereau?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: An outdoor public space, open at all times.; admission: Free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.