Lower Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
Place Royale
The foundations for Québec were laid where a bustling square now stands. Visit museums, cafés and one of the oldest churches in North America.
Museum of Civilization
Learn about earthquakes, dinosaurs and early Canadian explorers at this interactive museum that covers history, science and culture.
Rue du Cul-de-Sac
You can learn about the history of Québec City when you stop by Rue du Cul-de-Sac. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
This modest Roman Catholic church is one of the oldest in Canada and is well known for its artworks and décor.
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.
Montmorency Falls
This waterfall just outside Québec is higher than Niagara Falls and a spectacular sight when it freezes over in winter.
Activities
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Authentic Local Tastings
Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals
Hotel Port Royal
"Good location with lots of nearby restaurants. Steep climb to old town along interesting winding streets. Staff were very helpful. Beds are comfortable. Restaurant on-site was being renovated."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hotel Le Priori
"The AC was not working. The staff provided free breakfast and parking and altogether the stay was really pleasant. They fixed AC next day."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hôtel Le Saint-Paul
"Beau style viello bien situé"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
"Property was beautiful and very easy to Old Quebec areas. Room did not have the best view. One thing to mentioned is very tricky to managed cold and hot water in the shower. Had problems with toilet had to ask for them to use plunger. Pressure of toilet very slow."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Auberge Saint-Antoine
"Great location for exploring old town. Very clean and modern. The bar at the hotel is great as was the bar staff. Loved the old fashioneds. The concierge helped us with some ideas for walks to take and also helped with biking to Montmorency Falls. Nice sized gym that was never too crowded."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hôtel des Coutellier
"Lovely clean and up to date room, helpful staff and good breakfast. Good location for station and old port. Easy uphill walk to old town."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Lower Town
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.
Old Port Quebec City
Old Port Quebec City is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights area like Agora Port de Quebec and Port de Quebec.
Upper Town
If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quartier Petit Champlain and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Aquarium of Quebec or Parc de la Plage-Jacques-Cartier.
Saint-Roch
Saint-Roch is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Marina Saint-Roch or The Museum of L'Isle-aux-Grues.
