Lower Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 lively festivals.
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.
Quebec Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Québec City with a trip to Quebec Cruise Terminal. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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 Lower Town Hotel Deals
Auberge Saint-Antoine
Beautiful hotel, excellent food, great location. Pretty much perfect. Didn’t want to leave.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hotel Port Royal
The rooms were spotless, staff very friendly and helpful. The kitchenette ws perfect.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hôtel des Coutellier
Room cleaned every day and resupplied.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
The room, the staff and the hotel were wonderful, great location and staff was very accommodating. Roushan gave us top notch service and made sure all of our needs were met. Matto restaurant which is attached was delicious and conveniently located. Would highly recommend a stay here!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
The room was clean and nice
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hôtel Le Saint-Paul
Staff friendly and helpful. Clean room good bed.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
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.
