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 acclaimed art galleries.
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 fascinating museums and great live music.
Place d'Youville
You can learn about the history of Québec City with a visit to Place d'Youville. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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
It was an amazing experience and the view from the window was great even though we didn’t have one that looked out. Staff was very helpful and willing to answer any questions. Was decorated for Christmas which made the experience so much better. I was confused because we got charged an extra $500 ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
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Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Manoir Victoria
comfy room (tho coffee machine didn't work), helpful staff, great location
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Friendly staff, hated the sink in the bedroom, bedroom seemed a little cramped Appreciated its cleanliness Treacherous front steps! Had a wonderful stay all in all No real complaints
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Le Capitole Hôtel
Hotel location and front desk services
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Le Manoir d'Auteuil - Par Aneyro
The hotel, our room, and the staff were excellent! Our room was beautiful and quaint. The staff were very friendly and more than helpful. It was a wonderful mini vacation.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 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, 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 Terrasse Dufferin Slides – 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 Church of St. Roch or Marina Saint-Roch.
