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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Citadel of Quebec
Browse military museums and see the Changing of the Guard inside this century-old fortress that stands watching over Québec.
Old Quebec Funicular
Find out about the history of Québec City with a stop at Old Quebec Funicular. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Dufferin Terrace
Stroll along the promenade above Old Québec to look out over the city and toboggan down a massive ice slide in winter.
Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
If Hôtel-Dieu de Québec is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Québec City.
Activities
Best of Quebec City: Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Quebec City: Old Town and Montmorency Falls Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Excellent location if you want to visit Old Quebec area. Close to St John gate. Pool and hot tub nice. Beds also comfortable. Stayed with kids. We parked the car, garage is tight but safe and lots of space. Recommend hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
Clean room, friendly staff, great location and close to many parking options.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
It was great, friendly, clean, and in a good location.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hôtel Sainte-Anne
The staff were friendly and welcoming, and we appreciated being allowed to check in early when our room was ready. However, there were a few inconveniences. The sink was extremely low, even for someone shorter like me, which made it uncomfortable to use. The hotel also does not provide umbrellas, ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Le Capitole Hôtel
The location was very good.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
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 City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old Quebec Funicular to Dufferin Terrace – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Lower Town
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Lower Town. A stop by Museum of Civilization or Port de Quebec might round out your trip.
Old Port Quebec City
Old Port Quebec City is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights area like Port de Quebec and Quebec Cruise Terminal.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste
If you're spending some time in Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Grand Theatre of Quebec and Saint-Jean Street are top sights worth seeing.
