Upper Town
Québec City
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
One of Quebec’s most distinctive sights is a century-old fortress that is also one of the largest military fortifications in North America.
Dufferin Terrace
Some of the best views in the city, and a huge ice slide in winter, can be enjoyed from this promenade high above the St. Lawrence River.
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.
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.
Things to do
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Quebec City: Old Town and Montmorency Falls Bus Tour
From Montreal: Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Full Day Trip
Quebec: La Citadelle de Québec Ticket and Guided Tour
Top hotels in Upper Town
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
A lovely historical hotel in Old Quebec. It was decorated for Christmas so that enhanced the public areas. Our room was clean, comfortable & well appointed. The staff are pleasant & well trained.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Amazing
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Manoir Victoria
I absolutely love this place. It’s stunning.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Location and staff
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Le Capitole Hôtel
Very central to everything. Lovely hotel, lovely spacious room and ensuite. We would book again. Thank You
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Le Manoir d'Auteuil - Par Aneyro
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The front desk couldn’t have been more helpful. The breakfast was wonderful with fresh pastries. The room was comfortable and clean with all of the charm you would expect.
Reviewed on 8 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.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
