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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 great live music.
Activities
Half-Day Trip to Montmorency Falls and Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré from Quebec city
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Best of Quebec City: Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Absolutely loved this hotel … so much charm… so much attention to our needs. We would definitely stay here again!!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Room was clean however insufficiently stocked with towels, glasses and coffee pods for the 4 person stay. Parking was convenient and well priced. Staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hôtel Sainte-Anne
Comfortable bed Friendly staff Very clean WiFi excellent
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Location can't be better with parkview with morning Sun through window! Check-in was a breeze with clear instruction in French, although we only speaks English but still informative enough for us to self check-in at 12:00AM.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
Great location class act Excellent reception
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Monsieur Jean, Vieux Québec
Meilleur hôtel directement dans le vieux-Québec. À proximité de tout. Une expérience mémorable.
Reviewed on 10 May 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, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old Quebec Funicular to Dufferin Terrace – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Lower Town
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Lower Town. A stop by Museum of Civilization or Port de Quebec might round out your trip.
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.
