Upper Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Château Frontenac
Sail down the mighty St. Lawrence River past Québec City and appreciate the area’s historic charm. Reigning over this heritage city is a grand building.
Quebec City Town Hall
After visiting Quebec City Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Québec City. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Citadel of Quebec
Browse military museums and see the Changing of the Guard inside this century-old fortress that stands watching over Québec.
Dufferin Terrace
Stroll along the promenade above Old Québec to look out over the city and toboggan down a massive ice slide in winter.
Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec
Learn about the local history of Québec City with a stop at Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Place d'Youville
You can learn about the history of Québec City with a visit to Place d'Youville. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Activities
Quebec City: Island of Orléans Taste Trail
Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour
Evening Gourmet Tour 5 Course Dinner - History and Food in Old Quebec City
Quebec: Old City Guided Walking Tour in Winter
Quebec: La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour
Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
If you're spending some time in Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire, Quebec Cruise Terminal and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Cruise Terminal to Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
Old Port Quebec City
Old Port Quebec City is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights area like Quebec Cruise Terminal and Agora Port de Quebec.
Lower Town
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Lower Town. A stop by Quebec Cruise Terminal or Museum of Civilization might round out your trip.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste
If you're spending some time in Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Grand Theatre of Quebec and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.