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 art galleries 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
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 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 acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Activities

Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip

Quebec City: Island of Orléans Taste Trail

Old Quebec City Food and Drink Walking Tour

Quebec City: Round Trip Shuttle with Montmorency Falls Park & Cable Car

Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Manoir Victoria
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Le Capitole Hôtel
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hotel Acadia
Reviewed on 21 Sept 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, 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 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 Quebec Cruise Terminal and Agora Port de Quebec.

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 Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.