Upper Town Travel Guide
Québec City
Visit Upper Town
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 lively festivals.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience
Quebec City: MNBAQ National Fine Arts Museum Entry Ticket
Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular
Quebec City: Old Town and Montmorency Falls Bus Tour
Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City
Top hotels in Upper Town
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
"While the majority of the staff was exemplary, we did have some less than wonderful experiences with the housekeeping staff for our rooms. Rooms were very tight in accommodating 3 people per room with placement for luggage, toiletries, etc. Dinner was amazing at the Le Champlain Restaurant both with ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
"The room definitely needs a little work for the price."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
"The hotel was centrally located. Nice views from the roof top area. Parking was not ideal. the room was a little small but very clean. The shampoo/conditioner/body wash were in little bottles. I would recommend the big bottles on the shower wall like most hotels. We needed more but the front desk ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Le Capitole Hôtel
"Definitely the top hotel in the city. Great location, fantastic service."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hôtel Sainte-Anne
"Lovely little hotel in the heart of old Quebec. Charming room, resto in the lobby was very good. The room was very quiet at night."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
"Amazing!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Upper Town
- Old Quebec
- Old Port Quebec City
- Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
- Saint-Roch
- Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
Old Quebec
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old Quebec Funicular to Dufferin Terrace – 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 Agora Port de Quebec and Port de Quebec.
Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge 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 Parc de la Plage-Jacques-Cartier or Laurier Quebec.
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 The Museum of L'Isle-aux-Grues.
Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
If you're spending some time in Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.
