Lonely PlanetSep 18, 2026
The ultimate weekend in Charlevoix
Enjoy fall colors, local cuisine, charming villages and boutique inns on this ultimate weekend itinerary for Charlevoix in Québec.
22 things in this story
- Cité Mémoire CharlevoixPlaceFree outdoor multimedia experience using projections and storytelling
- Casino de CharlevoixSightOffers table games, slot machines, bars, and restaurants
- Elsewhere
- Le Mouton NoirRestaurantBaie-Saint-Paul, CanadaWaterfront terrace serving local Québécois bistro cooking
- Club Med Québec CharlevoixHotelCharlevoix, CanadaLow-stress all-inclusive vacation for families
- Tanières MicroChaletsHotelCharlevoix, CanadaStylish glamping experience in the heart of the forest
- Auberge de la Rive de CharlevoixHotelCharlevoix, CanadaTraditional auberge with a communal kitchen for meal prep
- Montmorency FallsSightCharlevoix, Canada83m-high waterfall, visible from road, cable car to top
- Sanctuaire Sainte-Anne-de-BeaupréSightCharlevoix, CanadaImpressively large and ornate basilica attracting Catholic pilgrims
- Le MarchéRestaurantCharlevoix, CanadaExpansive buffet at Club Med with chef stations and local specialties
- Le Massif de CharlevoixSightCharlevoix, CanadaGondola offers spectacular views over St Lawrence and mountains
- Le Buton trailTrailLe Massif de Charlevoix, Canada2km loop trail taking about 45 minutes, offers views
- Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine ParkSightBaie-Sainte-Catherine, CanadaOne of the finest places in the world to go whale watching
- Croisières AMLPlaceBaie-Sainte-Catherine, CanadaOffers whale-watching boat and zodiac tours
- Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation CentreSightBaie-Sainte-Catherine, CanadaShoreline lookouts to spot belugas and minke whales
- Café Chez SamRestaurantBaie-Sainte-Catherine, CanadaCozy waterside bistro serving homemade regional dishes
- Microbrasserie CharlevoixPlaceLa Malbaie, CanadaLocal brewery whose beer is used in French onion soup
- Maison du BootleggerPlaceCharlevoix, CanadaSpeakeasy experience with secret labyrinth tour and rock 'n roll show
- Les BonyeusesRestaurantBaie-Saint-Paul, CanadaBakery-cafe serving coffee, pastries, and breakfasts with regional ingredients
- La Ferme BasquePlaceBaie-Saint-Paul, Canada
- Laiterie CharlevoixPlaceBaie-Saint-Paul, Canada
- Café CharlevoixRestaurantCharlevoix, Canada
- Chez TruchonRestaurantLa Malbaie, Canada