Upper Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Upper Town
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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

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
After visiting Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Québec City. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

Place d'Youville
You can learn about the history of Québec City with a visit to Place d'Youville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities

Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride

Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip

Quebec City - Regular Bike Rental on Ile d'Orléans

Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour

Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel Manoir Victoria
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Le Capitole Hôtel
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hôtel Champlain Vieux Québec
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
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 Old Quebec Funicular – 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.