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 great live music.

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.

Old Quebec Funicular
Find out about the history of Québec City with a stop at Old Quebec Funicular. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
If Hôtel-Dieu de Québec is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Québec City.

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.
Things to do

Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular

Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Canada Tours

Quebec City Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Quebec City: Ice Canoeing with Hot Chocolate & Sauna

Immersion Quebec: Virtual Reality Experience of Quebec City's History
Top hotels in Upper Town

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
The room given to me was near the elevator and was incredibly noisy. In addition I left my car with the valet and request them to have it ready before checking out. I was told it was going to be ready for me within a few minutes. Upon checking out heading to the airport the valet personal could not ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Rooms were beautiful, beds comfy, staff were friendly, loved the balcony overlooking the pool area
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Hotel Manoir Victoria
The room was spotless, a nice size, we had two queen beds. There was a Nespresso coffee pot, which was wonderful in the morning. The staff was exceptionally friendly, spoke English very well.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Staff is very nice. Cleaning could be improved as our table was not clean even if they came to clean the room. I thought that the lounge provided different liquors but it is only wine. No beer or no other cocktails. Very close to everything. The location is the best thing about this hotel. We were ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Auberge Place d'Armes
Staff very nice and super helpful. Bed on the soft and smaller side, but still comfy. Kind of a pain needing to use your phone to open your door through a web browser every time but not a big deal. The shower is pretty small with arguably too many jets, but good water pressure and amenities, including ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hôtel Sainte-Anne
This hotel is in a great location. Everything we wanted to do was at most a 20 minute walk, with the exception of Strom spa. The hotel was so cute, the rooms are spacious and have character. Unfortunately my rooms heater was turned to AC, rather than heat, so I was pretty cold for the first 2 nights, ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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 Old Quebec Funicular – 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 Marina Saint-Roch or Church of St. Roch.

