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 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.
Old Quebec Funicular
Find out about the history of Québec City with a stop at Old Quebec Funicular. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Activities
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
"The pool was cold but the rest was amazing and the location is perfect !!!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
"Great resort. Beautiful centrally located. Close to everything"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
"Nice location."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hôtel Sainte-Anne
"The room was perfect, and staff were friendly & helpful, The location was right in the heart of old Quebec, walk to everything. The only negative was because of this, the street noise was unavoidable. Especially in the morning with trash & deliveries"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
"This was a great stay! The only thing is some room are directly on the Main Street which can get loud."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Monsieur Jean, Vieux Québec
"The hotel is exceptionally clean and perfectly located. The staff is highly accommodating, particularly at the Bijou restaurant, where the team offered fantastic menu recommendations"
Reviewed on 25 May 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.
