Lower Town Travel Guide
Québec City
Popular places to visit
Place Royale
This small, attractive plaza was once the economic heart of the city and is the place where Québec began.
Museum of Civilization
Uncover thousands of years of Canadian history, culture, sports and science through a range of interactive displays and exhibits.
Rue du Cul-de-Sac
You can learn about the history of Québec City when you stop by Rue du Cul-de-Sac. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
This small, Roman Catholic church commemorates French victories over the British and is built on the site of the city’s first settlement.
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.
Montmorency Falls
Feel the water spray as you walk a few meters above these falls, which are even higher than Canada’s famous Niagara Falls and freeze over in winter.
Top hotels in Lower Town
Hotel Port Royal
This was a really nice Hotel. Small, cute within easy walking distance to everything. They had parking right in front of the hotel, which was awesome. The area was safe. The room was really large and clean. The lounge was a great place to have a drink, which was very tasty.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hôtel Le Saint-Paul
Located close to old city, restaurants and shopping. We were able to walk to everything. Room was clean and comfortable. Parking available across street at reasonable rate.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Auberge Saint-Pierre
We loved the location!!! Walking distance to EVERYTHING. Very clean hotel ,a wonderful breakfast( well worth the fee), friendly and helpful staff. Our room was very nice, we had everything we needed!! Definitely valet the car. We enjoyed having a complementary coffee service in the dining room through ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Comfortable room, decent gym and coffee bar.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec
Fast internet, easy to use TV, beautiful flat, spacious living space, easy to access/check in and check out, timely communication with host
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Le Priori
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town
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 Port de Quebec.
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.
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.
Upper Town
If you're spending some time in Upper Town, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace 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.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
