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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Place d'Youville
You can learn about the history of Québec City with a visit to Place d'Youville. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Quebec City: Montmorency Falls with Cable Car Ride
Old Quebec City Walking Tour with Funicular Ticket
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
staff was efficient and personable. we asked for water fountain to refill our bottle, and the room attendant gave us a glass jar of water instead. check in and check out was fast. Gym is well equiped .
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
The room was clean The staff was nice Good location The blackout curtains were broken Chlorine smell in the room. I guess that’s normal since the room had a balcony looking one pool
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Manoir Victoria
Very clean. Good location. Enjoyed the sauna & cold bath. Very nice gym.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Great view and close to everything.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Acadia
Hotel was very nice and comfortable. Great location, everything we wanted to do was easily within walking distance. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Le Capitole Hôtel
The room is very nice!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
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.
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.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste
If you're spending some time in Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Grand Theatre of Quebec and Grande Allée 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 The Museum of L'Isle-aux-Grues.
