Lower Town Travel Guide
Québec City
Popular places to visit
Place Royale
This small, attractive plaza was once the economic heart of the city and is the place where Québec began.
Museum of Civilization
Uncover thousands of years of Canadian history, culture, sports and science through a range of interactive displays and exhibits.
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.
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
This small, Roman Catholic church commemorates French victories over the British and is built on the site of the city’s first settlement.
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.
Montmorency Falls
Feel the water spray as you walk a few meters above these falls, which are even higher than Canada’s famous Niagara Falls and freeze over in winter.
Things to do
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City
Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour with a guide-Gratuity based
Montmorency Waterfall and Quebec City Tour from Montreal with Bus
Top hotels in Lower Town
Hotel Port Royal
"Beautiful old hotel close to the cruise port."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hôtel Le Saint-Paul
"Great little boutique hotel near everything you wanted to see as a tourist. Enjoyed the walking piece of it. Quebec is a beautiful City. My complaints (maybe not yours) the bed was like sleeping on a piece of plywood. Bathroom set up with the toilet/sink and toilet paper made it difficult to do your ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Le Priori
"J’ai aimé être à proximité de tout"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
"Great property, well located in the old town. We stayed in a studio that was well sized; lacking some storage for hangers given it was a studio and therefore a space for a few days but that's a very minor gripe. Otherwise Perfect!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Auberge Saint-Antoine
"What a beautiful hotel in such a special city!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hôtel des Coutellier
"excellent hotel."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 Quebec Cruise Terminal and Agora Port de Quebec.
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Cruise Terminal to Old Quebec Funicular – 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, Quebec Cruise Terminal and Quebec City Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Town
If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace 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.
