Upper Town Travel Guide

Québec City

View from atop the Citadelle in Quebec is where you can find and read about this active military installation in Quebec. Parks Canada provides tours in both English and French describing its significance.
View from atop the Citadelle in Quebec is where you can find and read about this active military installation in Quebec. Parks Canada provides tours in both English and French describing its significance.
Beautiful colors at old Quebec.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Historic District of Old Québec The Citadelle is an active military garrison and known as "the Gibraltar of the Americas". It’s North America's largest fort was begun by the French in the 1750s but what we see today was constructed by the British over 30 years from 1820 and meant to defend the city against an American invasion that never came. (Lonely Planet) #Quebec #Canada #QuebecCity #citadel #fort #winter #history #OldQuebec #military #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Historic District of Old Québec The 350 years Seminary of Quebec is a Roman Catholic community of priests in Quebec City founded by Bishop François de Laval, the first bishop of New France in 1663. It was built between 1675 and 1868—are a magnificent example of French roots in Canada. #Canada #Quebec #QuebecCity #OldQuebec #history #seminary #architecture #UNESCOWorldHeritageSite

Popular places to visit

Le Château Frontenac which includes heritage architecture

Château Frontenac

Château Frontenac is just one of the places to see in Québec City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.

Château Frontenac
Sherbrooke Townhall, Quebec, Canada

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.

Quebec City Town Hall
Citadelle of Quebec showing street performance and performance art as well as a large group of people

Citadel of Quebec

You can find out about the history of Québec City when you stop by Citadel of Quebec. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.

Citadel of Quebec
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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.

Old Quebec Funicular
Parks Canada\'s Dufferin Terrace which includes landscape views, heritage elements and a coastal town

Dufferin Terrace

Find out about the history of Québec City when you take a trip to Dufferin Terrace. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Dufferin Terrace
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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.

Hôtel-Dieu de Québec

Top hotels in Upper Town

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

4.5 out of 5
1 rue des Carrieres Québec City QC
The price is 4.437.309 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
4.437.309 ₫
6.046.561 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,779 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO

Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO

4 out of 5
775 Honoré-Mercier Ave Québec City QC
The price is 3.007.700 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
3.007.700 ₫
3.579.163 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,678 reviews)
The suite was the highlight of the stay. We enjoyed the spacious room for our family and love the large soaking tub and shower. The indoor pool was very cold and wished that was heated.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO
Hotel Manoir Victoria

Hotel Manoir Victoria

4 out of 5
44, Cote du Palais Québec City QC
The price is 3.521.674 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
3.521.674 ₫
4.190.761 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,871 reviews)
Cleaning, staff was good, swimming pool and gym were good. Good Location , 7-8 mins walk away from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hotel Manoir Victoria
Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec

Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec

3.5 out of 5
6 Rue de la Porte Québec City QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.579.996 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
2.579.996 ₫
3.070.173 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,577 reviews)
Such friendly and attentive staff!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Hôtel Manoir Vieux Québec
Auberge Place d'Armes

Auberge Place d'Armes

3.5 out of 5
24, rue Ste Anne Québec City QC
Stay at this boutique hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great location! Charming hotel, cozy and clean room, friendly staff.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Auberge Place d'Armes
Le Capitole Hôtel

Le Capitole Hôtel

4.5 out of 5
972, rue Saint-Jean Québec City QC
The price is 5.467.871 ₫ per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
5.467.871 ₫
6.506.717 ₫ total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,509 reviews)
Amazingly helpful staff!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Le Capitole Hôtel
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town

While visiting Quebec I wandered into the Plains of Abraham to do some Geocaching, and visit the Joan of Arc Gardens. This park is a perfect place to escape the city to relax and unwind. The park is just massive and perfect for a picnic or bike ride.

Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire

If you're spending some time in Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire, Quebec City Town Hall and Quebec Experience are top sights worth seeing.

Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
Old Quebec showing night scenes, a city and street scenes

Old Quebec

5/5(39 area reviews)

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 Quebec
Old Port Quebec City featuring a city as well as an individual male

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.

Old Port Quebec City
took the long way up to get to see this view only to find out that there is a much shorter way behind the Chateau. All worth it though. #oldquebec #goblin

Cap-Blanc

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

Cap-Blanc
Quebec City, aerial panorama, with the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, and typical houses

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-Jean-Baptiste
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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 Church of St. Roch or Le Lieu.

Saint-Roch

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