Lower Town Travel Guide

Québec City

Parks Canada\'s Dufferin Terrace featuring a city, skyline and general coastal views
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Citadelle of Quebec showing a city, views and general coastal views
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Popular places to visit

Place Royale featuring street scenes, a square or plaza and château or palace

Place Royale

This small, attractive plaza was once the economic heart of the city and is the place where Québec began.

Place Royale
Museum of Civilization featuring a city and street scenes

Museum of Civilization

Uncover thousands of years of Canadian history, culture, sports and science through a range of interactive displays and exhibits.

Museum of Civilization
Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal

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 fascinating museums.

Quebec - Levis Ferry Terminal
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires which includes a city, a square or plaza and religious elements

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.

Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
Rue du Cul-de-Sac

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.

Rue du Cul-de-Sac

Quebec Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Québec City with a trip to Quebec Cruise Terminal. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.

Quebec Cruise Terminal

Things to do

Old Quebec City Walking Tour with Funicular Ticket

Old Quebec City Walking Tour with Funicular Ticket

฿1,206
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Old Quebec City Walking Tour with Funicular Ticket
From Montreal: Quebec City Trip with Cruise & Montmorency Falls

From Montreal: Quebec City Trip with Cruise & Montmorency Falls

฿3,131
per adult
From Montreal: Quebec City Trip with Cruise & Montmorency Falls
Quebec City Walking Tour

Quebec City Walking Tour

฿858
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Quebec City Walking Tour
Quebec City: Old Quebec Walking Tour with Funicular Ride

Quebec City: Old Quebec Walking Tour with Funicular Ride

฿1,200
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Quebec City: Old Quebec Walking Tour with Funicular Ride
Secrets of Old Quebec: Private Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

Secrets of Old Quebec: Private Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

฿357
per adult
Secrets of Old Quebec: Private Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Sam Dubois your certified tour guide

Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

฿139
per adult
Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide
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Top hotels in Lower Town

Auberge Saint-Antoine

Auberge Saint-Antoine

4.5 out of 5
8, rue Saint-Antoine, Québec City, QC
The price is ฿13,742 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿13,742
฿16,353 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Québec City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel in the lower town away from the hustle and bustle. Staff is superb and we will definitely stay here again if we return for another visit to Quebec. Maybe carnival?"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Auberge Saint-Antoine
Hôtel des Coutellier

Hôtel des Coutellier

4 out of 5
253, rue Saint-Paul, Québec City, QC
The price is ฿8,785 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿8,785
฿10,454 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,065 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, staff really helpful. Lovely touches, breakfast bag delivered to your room. Fresh coffee in the reception area each morning with additional pastries, soft drink & fresh fruit available during the day. Close to the port and old town and short walk to the center"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Hôtel des Coutellier
Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

4 out of 5
17 Rue de la Barricade, Québec City, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,194 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿6,194
฿7,371 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
"There are no dressers to unpack your suitcase, only hooks. The beds could be more comfortable & the shared hallways are VERY tired looking."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,130 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿7,130
฿8,484 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (650 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Second time staying here. Last time was 7 years ago and they’ve been consistently clean and"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Hôtel Le Saint-Paul

Hôtel Le Saint-Paul

3 out of 5
229 rue Saint-Paul, Québec City, QC
The price is ฿4,293 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿4,293
฿5,109 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"Reception staff really friendly and welcoming. Small and old hotel in a great location, rooms had been modernised to a good standard. View of gas station wasn't ideal but great views of the port beyond. No dining or breakfast facilities but loads of excellent places nearby."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hôtel Le Saint-Paul
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 ฿11,828 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿11,828
฿15,004 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Québec City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,507 reviews)
"One of the best locations for its central nature as well as views . Small bathrooms was the only thing I did not like ."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town

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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 Port Quebec City
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Old Quebec

5/5(39 area reviews)

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.

Old Quebec
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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
Old Quebec featuring a city, signage and street scenes

Upper Town

If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.

Upper Town
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Cap-Blanc

If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.

Cap-Blanc
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Saint-Roch

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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 Marina Saint-Roch or The Museum of L'Isle-aux-Grues.

Saint-Roch

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