Our October Trip through Quebec: Day 8

October 8, 2011 ~ Day 8:  Another beautiful sunny autumn day.  After a delicious breakfast in a sunny breakfast room at the Auberge des Flores, we checked out and set out to do some sightseeing in the area.

The one good thing about not having a Spa Day is that it gave us a free day to explore.  We set out to find a National Park ~ Parc National de la Mauricie ~ that we heard about,  and  might have missed otherwise!

More covered bridges along the way:

 The park itself was an unexpected and beautiful discovery!

Interestingly, there were swarms of ladybugs that day;
I'd never seen ladybugs in swarms before!

But it didn't detract from the amazing scenic views:

After driving the 30 mile scenic route through the park, we headed southeast toward the highway to Quebec City!  Along the way we continued to see some photographic sights!

We made it to Quebec City just before sundown and discovered our hotel ~ Hotel Champlain ~ was right in the heart of the Old City.  A wonderful room in a great spot! 

I am really going to enjoy our stay here!  

It was early enough, so we dumped our stuff and went out to explore on foot, and find a place to get something to eat.  We found an amazing and vibrant city (and something to eat!)  

Horse-drawn carriages ruled in the Old City!

 Wow! Lower Old City View at Night!

 Outdoor Cafes abound!

Cool Sign!

Street Musicians everywhere!

After a fun dinner, that included conversation with another couple our age, who are here on a cruise, we made our way back to our wonderful room for a good night's sleep and anticipation of a great tomorrow!

what a bathroom!

End of a great Day 8!

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