Québec City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parks Canada\'s Dufferin Terrace featuring a city, skyline and general coastal views
Québec City
Québec City
Québec City
Old Quebec which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and a city

Explore the charming capital city of the Canadian province of Québec, and its surrounding nature, to discover a little piece of France in North America.

Québec’s motto is “je me souviens” (I remember). To the more than half a million residents of Quebec City, this means more than just honouring the lessons learned from the past it also expresses the delight in preserving monuments and traditions while enjoying freedom and showing “joie de vivre” (lust for life). To experience the charm of this historic port city, join the easy-going locals in historic squares, splendid museums, fresh-produce restaurants and cliff-top parks.

Québec City was one of the earliest European colonies on the continent. The settlement on the St. Lawrence River was a fur-trading post, established in 1608 by the Frenchman Samuel de Champlain. Most residents today cherish the French language and Gallic traditions, even though more recent immigrant groups also add their culture to the mix.

Set out to explore Old Québec (Vieux Québec) on foot or by bike. All major historic and family attractions are within easy reach from the Old Port Québec.

Browse the shops and enjoy fresh local produce in the old stone buildings of Petit-Champlain, North America’s oldest commercial district. Admire the ornate Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires in Place-Royale in Quebec’s Lower Town.

Rue de Petit-Champlain is where you can get access to the cable railway that will transport you to the Upper Town. Enjoy the magnificent views of the river from Dufferin Terrace, a promenade atop the cliffs, or get active in Battlefields Park.

You could spend days in Old Québec, but don’t miss other exciting parts of the city. Saint-Roch, for example, is known for its artists, trendy bars and galleries. It’s also worth making the short trip to Montmorency Falls, which freezes over in winter.

If you are into history, art, gourmet food, shopping and wintersports, you won’t regret a visit to Québec City. Aéroport International Jean-Lesage is just a short drive away from the city and gives access to Canada’s stunning wilderness.

Where to stay in Québec City

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Old Quebec

5/5(39 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Quebec Cruise Terminal to Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec – discover Old Quebec, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Quebec
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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.

Old Port Quebec City
Old Quebec featuring a city, signage and street scenes

Upper Town

If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quebec City Town Hall and Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec are top sights worth seeing.

Upper Town
Quebec Aquarium Park featuring a garden and a bridge

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.

Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
Parliament Building which includes heritage architecture, a garden and a sunset

Centre-Ville

Centre-Ville is popular for its live music, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Quebec Cruise Terminal or Grand Theatre of Quebec.

Centre-Ville
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La Cité-Limoilou

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

La Cité-Limoilou is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, great live music and charming cafes. You might also want to check out attractions like Quebec Cruise Terminal or Vidéotron Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

La Cité-Limoilou
Hôtel Le Concorde Québec

Hôtel Le Concorde Québec

3 out of 5
1225 Cours du General de Montcalm, Québec City, QC
The price is ₹11,937 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹11,937
₹14,205 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,983 reviews)
Liked it
"Saw the online reviews stating old and outdated. But did not find this to be true. Rooms were spacious and good water pressure in showers. Across from plains od abraham and really not that far to walk (or uber) to Old Quebec. Can take scenic walkway along river. Staff was nice and helpful. Ceil, ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hôtel Le Concorde Québec
Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

4.5 out of 5
1 rue des Carrieres, Québec City, QC
The price is ₹39,944 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹39,944
₹50,088 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,413 reviews)
Beautiful city, lovely location, slow service
"Very comfortable rooms and beds and the food at the hotel was delicious, but service at the hotel is very slow. We had one dinner and one breakfast here, both were very slow service with the dinner taking almost 3 hours to complete. At check-in there was one person working the counter, and no concern ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
Hôtel Plaza Québec

Hôtel Plaza Québec

4 out of 5
3031 boulevard Laurier, Québec City, QC
The price is ₹10,032 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,032
₹11,938 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,650 reviews)
"Great Hotel. Would definitely."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hôtel Plaza Québec
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Les Lofts de Vitré - Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

Les Lofts de Vitré - Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

3 out of 5
1800 Av. de Vitré, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Quebec Cruise Terminal and Château ...
9/10 Wonderful! (252 reviews)
"NO parking on site. Be prepared to hunt for a place to park."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Les Lofts de Vitré - Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
Appart-Hôtel L'UNI

Appart-Hôtel L'UNI

3 out of 5
2330 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Château Frontenac and Quebec ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
Great stay
"We had a great stay! The appartement was convenient, clean, comfortable and we liked the view on Université Laval. It was close to everything. There was also place to store our bikes. We would go back."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Appart-Hôtel L'UNI
Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

4 out of 5
764 Rue Saint-Joseph Est, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 4-star condo in Québec City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (952 reviews)
Good spot
"A huge space with most things you’d need, although only 3 cups was a bit odd when it actually sleeps 4! Plenty of other crockery. The shower is over a deep bath - a non slip mat would be helpful. A useful area to be in, not too far from tourist locations but overwhelmed by the amount of homelessness ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Les Lofts St-Joseph - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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