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 lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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: Old Town and Montmorency Falls Bus Tour
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Guided Tour of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City
Top hotels in Upper Town
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
The hotel is beautiful, but I was impressed that the shower was really small and was expecting a more premium experience because of the type of hotel. The shower was a disappointment. Everything else was 100/100.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
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Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Manoir Victoria
The room was spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. Great location and easy valet service for parking.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Great location
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Auberge Place d'Armes
Our stay was wonderful. Everything was perfect and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Le Capitole Hôtel
perfect location, staff was nice and thoughtful and made sure we were happy. very clean and well worth the price
Reviewed on 2 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 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.
