Lower Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
Quebec Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Québec City with a trip to Quebec Cruise Terminal. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Place Royale
See where everything began for the city of Québec in this small but beautiful square that was once the city’s economic hub.
Museum of Civilization
Surround yourself with Canada’s historical legacy of culture, sports and science as you make your way through this interactive museum.
Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Québec City with a trip to Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
This modest Roman Catholic church is one of the oldest in Canada and is well known for its artworks and décor.
Rue du Cul-de-Sac
You can learn about the history of Québec City when you stop by Rue du Cul-de-Sac. Discover the great live music in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
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
Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals
Hôtel des Coutellier
The room was well appointed addressing all of our needs + A very charming property close to everything we wanted to see in walking distance. The staff was friendly, kind, bilingual and accommodating. A lovely place; we would certainly stay there again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
excellent hotel in every way
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Port Royal
The room was very clean, although there was an issue with some stains on the bedsheets, which, as someone who works in hospitality, I’ve encountered before. The bedding was dealt with quickly, so no big whoop. Nicholas, who checked us in, was very amiable as were the rest of the staff. It was our ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
Endroit très bien entretenu, emplacement superbe
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Auberge Saint-Pierre
Gorgeous room. Great location. Helpful staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Auberge Saint-Antoine
Lovely comfortable hotel. Great room. Friendly, helpful staff. Restaurant is fabulous.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town
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.
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.
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.
Upper Town
If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Terrasse Dufferin Slides and Quebec City Town Hall 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.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
