Québec City

Travel Guide
Québec City

Québec City Travel Guide Video

Explore the charming capital city of the Canadian province of Québec, and its surrounding nature, to discover a little piece of France in North America.

Québec’s motto is “je me souviens” (I remember). To the more than half a million residents of Quebec City, this means more than just honoring the lessons learned from the past it also expresses the delight in preserving monuments and traditions while enjoying freedom and showing “joie de vivre” (lust for life). To experience the charm of this historic port city, join the easy-going locals in historic squares, splendid museums, fresh-produce restaurants and cliff-top parks.

Québec City was one of the earliest European colonies on the continent. The settlement on the St. Lawrence River was a fur-trading post, established in 1608 by the Frenchman Samuel de Champlain. Most residents today cherish the French language and Gallic traditions, even though more recent immigrant groups also add their culture to the mix.

Set out to explore Old Québec (Vieux Québec) on foot or by bike. All major historic and family attractions are within easy reach from the Old Port Québec.

Browse the shops and enjoy fresh local produce in the old stone buildings of Petit-Champlain, North America’s oldest commercial district. Admire the ornate Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires in Place-Royale in Quebec’s Lower Town.

Rue de Petit-Champlain is where you can get access to the cable railway that will transport you to the Upper Town. Enjoy the magnificent views of the river from Dufferin Terrace, a promenade atop the cliffs, or get active in Battlefields Park.

You could spend days in Old Québec, but don’t miss other exciting parts of the city. Saint-Roch, for example, is known for its artists, trendy bars and galleries. It’s also worth making the short trip to Montmorency Falls, which freezes over in winter.

If you are into history, art, gourmet food, shopping and wintersports, you won’t regret a visit to Québec City. Aéroport International Jean-Lesage is just a short drive away from the city and gives access to Canada’s stunning wilderness.

Where to stay in Québec City

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Old Quebec

5/5(39 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Cruise Terminal to Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Quebec
Quebec showing a city as well as an individual male

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 Port de Quebec.

Old Port Quebec City
Parks Canada\'s Dufferin Terrace showing skyline and heritage architecture

La Cité-Limoilou

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

La Cité-Limoilou is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, great live music and charming cafes. You might also want to check out attractions like Quebec Cruise Terminal or Vidéotron Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

La Cité-Limoilou
Quebec Aquarium Park featuring a garden and a bridge

Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge

Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge 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 Laurier Quebec or PEPS.

Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
Quebec which includes signage, shopping and a city

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.

Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
Parliament Building which includes heritage architecture, a garden and a sunset

Centre-Ville

Centre-Ville is popular for its live music, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Quebec Cruise Terminal or Monastere de I’Hotel-Dieu du Sacre-Coeur.

Centre-Ville
Hôtel Le Concorde Québec
Hôtel Le Concorde Québec
3 out of 5
1225 Cours du General de Montcalm, Québec City, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM467 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM467
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,527 reviews)
"the view, the pool, the gym."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Hôtel Le Concorde Québec
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
4.5 out of 5
1 rue des Carrieres, Québec City, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,130 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM1,130
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Québec City. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,633 reviews)
"Everything was top notch . We enjoyed our stay 💯 of the five days we were there . Everyone of the hotel staff were friendly and polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Hôtel Palace Royal
Hôtel Palace Royal
4 out of 5
775 Honoré-Mercier Ave, Québec City, QC
The price is RM610 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
RM610
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,090 reviews)
"The hotel has a very unique and nice set up with the pool in the middle which is really cool. The old town is so close, everything is within walking distance, staff and housekeeping was friendly, we felt confortable in the rooms, we really had a great experience in general!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hôtel Palace Royal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Le 31 McMahon
Le 31 McMahon
3.5 out of 5
31 rue McMahon, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews)
"The apartment was lovely and had everything we needed. This company was easy to contact and responded quickly and were friendly. My only complaint, and it’s very minor, is that the light above the sink in the bathroom isn’t great and cast shadows. Wasn’t great to do makeup."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Le 31 McMahon
Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
4 out of 5
764 Rue Saint-Joseph Est, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 4-star condo in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (845 reviews)
Best spot in Qc city
"This is the best place to stay in Qc city! A real jewel that I rent every two months !"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
4 out of 5
116 rue St-Pierre, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room DVD player, and a flat-screen TV. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (489 reviews)
"Apartment was very comfortable and in a great location. Very bare bones as far as services- no coffee, no sugar, no laundry soap. These small items would have made the apartment much nicer. Especially since there wasn’t a grocery store near by, just a gas station store. Also there was a snow storm ..."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Québec City

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
28 Dec 2019

Beautiful city! Will come back!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
1 Oct 2019

Great city, lots of history and places to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
10 Aug 2019

Restaurants were generally expensive with the expected tips of around 15%+ on top of the already high meal prices and taxes. However, the old Quebec City is beautiful and the city is a good base for other day trips, especially whale watching!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
22 Jul 2019

This is a superb city . you REALLY should go

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
3 Jul 2019

No

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
18 Jun 2019

Lovely city, very safe and interesting.