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 theatre scene and great live music.
Citadel of Quebec
This iconic structure has more than a century of history and is today one of the largest military bases in North America.
Dufferin Terrace
Climb to the cliff-top promenade that runs along the St. Lawrence River for the best views of Québec City and a giant ice slide in winter.
Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec
Learn about the local history of Québec City with a stop at Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Half-Day Trip to Montmorency Falls and Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré from Quebec city
Quebec City: Old Town and Montmorency Falls Bus Tour
Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City
Old Quebec City Walking Tour with Funicular Ticket
Quebec City: Island of Orléans Taste Trail
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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 Cruise Terminal and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Cruise Terminal to Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec – 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 Quebec Cruise Terminal and Agora Port de Quebec.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste
If you're spending some time in Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Grand Theatre of Quebec and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
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.