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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
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 great live music and 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 lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Activities
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour
Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City
Quebec City Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Quebec -Forfait Strøm détente authentique
Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Incroyable! Magnifique!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Very clean and great location
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Manoir Victoria
The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Good
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Acadia
Very helpful and nice staff
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Le Capitole Hôtel
It was clean, spacious and easy access tohe tourist spots. The neighborhood is getting for Christmas settings. Free welcoming drink. Good ambiance
Reviewed on 12 Nov 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, Terrasse Dufferin Slides and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Terrasse Dufferin Slides 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 Port de Quebec and Quebec Cruise Terminal.
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 Saint-Jean Street are top sights worth seeing.
