Gare du Palais luggage storage

About Gare du Palais  

At first glance, one might think that Gare du Palais is a castle of some sort. In reality, it’s one of the most frequently used train and bus stations in Québec City. Gare du Palais (or “Palace Station” in English,) was built centuries ago, in 1915. However, records indicate that there were plans to build Gare du Palais back in 1850, at least. Esteemed Architect H. E. Prindle drafted the original designs for Palace Station. From the get-go, it was clear that Prindle had something special in mind for this project.

Prindle was inspired by the architecture of Loire Valley and wanted to give Gare du Palais a “Château de la Loire” aesthetic. This is the reason why this building looks more like an ornate castle or a mansion than a train station. Gare du Palais is easily one of Québec City’s most iconic landmarks; a visit to “la Capitale Nationale” isn’t complete without a quick stroll through the station. Guests are also more than welcome to immortalize their visit with pictures and videos of Gare du Palais.

Things to do Near Gare du Palais

One might not think that there are many activities to do at a train station. Normally, they’d be right. However, Gare du Palais isn’t an ordinary train station by any means. The interior of Gare du Palais is lined with stained-glass murals and statues of all kinds. A visitor could spend an entire afternoon simply admiring the artistry of. Guests can also participate in the act of “railfanning.”This activity simply consists of watching and admiring trains as they arrive and depart from the station. Gare du Palais is also located near several of Québec City’s biggest attractions. While visiting Gare du Palais, Bounce recommends that guests check out the following points of interest.

• Cool off at the Place Jean Pelletier water fountain
• Admire the artistry of Gare du Palais
• Go railfanning beside one of Gare du Palais’ 4 train tracks
• Take a tour of Terrasse Dufferin
• Travel back in time at L'Ilot des Palais
• Get a glimpse of Québec’s past at Old Port
• Get inspired at the Three Crow Glass Studio
• Plan a picnic at Le Parc de l'Amérique-Latine
• See the beauty of the Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec
• Experience Immersion Québec’s mind-bending virtual reality attractions

Transit Options in Gare du Palais

• Buses: 800, 807 Routes
• Connections: Orléans Express, RTC
• Ridesharing Apps, Taxi Cabs

Luggage Storage Near Gare du Palais

“La Capitale Nationale” means “the National Capital” in English. That isn’t just a catchy nickname; Québec City is the capital of the province of Québec, as well as one of its most populated cities. As of 2017, Québec’s population has exceeded the 542,298 mark. About 4.6 million tourists visit the beautiful National Capital each year. About 1.1 million of those visitors hail from countries outside of Canada. On the one hand, Québec City is a melting pot where people from all around the world can meet each other. On the other hand, Québec City can get really packed during tourist season. Guests shouldn’t have to worry about finding a place to store their things in the province's capital. Instead, they should let Bounce protect their possessions.

Luggage Storage Options Near Gare du Palais

Bounce is a luggage storage service available each day of the week, and our partners are near transit hubs and popular sights. Our luggage storage stations are located in cities all over the world, near venues just like Gare du Palais. Travelers can easily store their things with Bounce. To learn more about us and how Bounce can make traveling so much easier, download the app.

Luggage Storage Near Basilique-Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Québec

 Basilique-Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Québec is one of the most revered landmarks in Québec City. This cathedral was built adjacent to the Notre Dame de la Recouvrance chapel. Legend holds that Samuel de Champlain - the Frenchman who is credited with founding Québec - built the Recouvrance centuries ago. Basilique-Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Québec is a stunning example of reverence and peace. One can’t overstate how much the people of Québec City cherish this venue. Guests who plan on visiting should Bounce their luggage away beforehand; it’s something of a taboo to bring too much baggage into a religious center.

Luggage Storage Near Joan of Arc Garden

The citizens of both France and Canada acknowledge many great heroes; Samuel de Champlain, Martin of Tours, and Saint Remigius, to name a few. Joan of Arc, however, is considered to be France’s greatest heroine bar none. Born into poverty, Joan of Arc shattered every barrier placed before her and helped the Armies of France repel England at the Siege of Orléans. Joan of Arc Garden is a tribute to one of France’s most beloved icons. The garden is located at Québec City, Québec G1R 2L7, Canada. Guests are encouraged to visit Joan of Arc’s statue and to explore the greenhouse gardens nearby. As well, take a stroll through the Louis Hebert Orchard, and meander the XII World Forestry Congress Commemorative Garden.

Luggage Storage Near Terrasse Dufferin

One of the first buildings that many visitors take notice of is Château Frontenac; this massive hotel has been around since 1893 and has been renovated several times. Terrasse Dufferin is the lovely boardwalk-esque area that surrounds Château Frontenac. The late Lord Dufferin had the Terrasse built in 1879. Now owned by Parks Canada, guests are free to roam the Terrasse to their heart’s content. It's a must-do stop, along with Old Québec. Guests will find plenty of room to stretch their legs and appreciate the area’s atmosphere. Don't be weighed down by your bags. Visitors won’t find too many places to store their luggage here, so they should use Bounce ahead of time.