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
This iconic structure has more than a century of history and is today one of the largest military bases in North America.
Old Quebec Funicular
Find out about the history of Québec City with a stop at Old Quebec Funicular. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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.
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.
Activities
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide
Quebec City Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Helpful staff
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
Great amenities in the heart of le Vieux-Québec. Staff were great and properly well maintained.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Staff was extremely helpful and the room was very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Auberge Place d'Armes
Quaint, welcoming, charming and excellent location
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Le Capitole Hôtel
Beautiful clean room, the staff was very professional, this hotel is walking distance to many activities
Reviewed on 5 Feb 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, Terrasse Dufferin Slides and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Experience to Old Quebec Funicular – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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 Church of St. Roch.
