Lower Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parks Canada\'s Dufferin Terrace featuring landscape views, skyline and a city
Lower Town
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Citadelle of Quebec which includes a city, views and general coastal views
Lower Town

Popular places to visit

Place Royale featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Place Royale

4.5/5(15 reviews)

The foundations for Québec were laid where a bustling square now stands. Visit museums, cafés and one of the oldest churches in North America.

Place Royale
Museum of Civilization featuring street scenes and a city

Museum of Civilization

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about earthquakes, dinosaurs and early Canadian explorers at this interactive museum that covers history, science and culture.

Museum of Civilization
Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal

Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Québec City with a trip to Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires which includes a city, religious elements and heritage architecture

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.

Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
Rue du Cul-de-Sac

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.

Rue du Cul-de-Sac
Le Château Frontenac which includes heritage architecture

Château Frontenac

4.5/5(37 reviews)

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.

Château Frontenac

Activities

Boat passing in front of old buildings on the waterfront in Quebec City.

Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip

AU$101
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride

Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride

AU$33
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride
Picture 1 for Activity Quebec City - Regular Bike Rental on Ile d'Orléans

Quebec City - Regular Bike Rental on Ile d'Orléans

AU$64
per adult
Quebec City - Regular Bike Rental on Ile d'Orléans
Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour

Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour

AU$174
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour
Sam Dubois your certified tour guide

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

AU$7
per adult
Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide
Latin Quarter

Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City

AU$40
per adult
Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City
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Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals

Auberge Saint-Antoine

Auberge Saint-Antoine

4.5 out of 5
8, rue Saint-Antoine, Québec City, QC
The price is AU$333 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$333
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Québec City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,017 reviews)
"Worth every penny Beautiful stay in and out Will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Auberge Saint-Antoine
Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

4 out of 5
17 Rue de la Barricade, Québec City, QC
The price is AU$185 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$185
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (320 reviews)
"Space was clean and functional. The beds and pillows were not very comfortable and could use an upgrade. One bed made noise any time someone moved in it. Bathrooms were very nice. It would have been nice to have dressers or at least luggage racks in each room."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
Hôtel des Coutellier

Hôtel des Coutellier

4 out of 5
253, rue Saint-Paul, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,071 reviews)
"Was fun finding out what our pastries were every morning. Staff was very friendly. Easy walk to area attractions."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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Hôtel des Coutellier
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts

4.5 out of 5
71, Saint-Pierre street, Québec City, QC
The price is AU$294 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$294
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Room was smaller than expected, but clean and great location."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

4 out of 5
116 rue St-Pierre, Québec City, QC
The price is AU$194 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$194
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (662 reviews)
"The property is in a great condition and the location was perfect. It’s very close to the iconic hotel Frontenac and restaurants."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Hotel Classique

Hotel Classique

3.5 out of 5
2815, Boulevard Laurier, Québec City, QC
The price is AU$166 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$166
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,154 reviews)
"The hotel staff were accommodating, well informed, friendly and professional. My only complaint was that the shower floor was extremely slippery when wet."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town

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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.

Old Port Quebec City
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Old Quebec

5/5(49 area reviews)

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 Quebec
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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.

Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
Old Quebec which includes a city, street scenes and signage

Upper Town

If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.

Upper Town
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Cap-Blanc

If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.

Cap-Blanc
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Saint-Roch

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Saint-Roch

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