Upper Town Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide
Guided tour « from the bee to the bottle » with tasting - English
Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Upper Town
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
The staff were excellent. I had forgotten my wife’s birthday card in my room and only realized it once we were at La Tanière. Thanks to the can-do attitudes of Laurie and Rosemarie, Laurie went to my room to get the card and Rosemarie dropped the card off at the restaurant on her way home after her ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Manoir Victoria
Very beautiful and cozzy hotel
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Nice hotel but not happy with the limited dining options. No a la carte breakfast available unless you use room service. Even then, very limited. No chance of just a yogurt and fruit. The buffet breakfast was $28 pp. plus taxes and gratuities.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Le Manoir d'Auteuil - Par Aneyro
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms, very cute place. Breakfast was great and staff was super nice
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
I didn't have a chance to eat breakfast in the hotel but all other conditions were just great.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Auberge Place d'Armes
Amazing staff- especially Charles Corsiez. Charles went above and beyond to make our trip memorable. The room was very clean and we had a nice view of the courtyard. Restaurant at the hotel had amazing food and the waitstaff were excellent.
Reviewed on 26 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.
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.
Saint-Roch
Saint-Roch 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 Church of St. Roch or Marina Saint-Roch.
