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
The room was clean and the staff was very nice and accommodating, which I appreciated as an English speaker. The hotel itself was nice but a felt a little old in some areas. Construction was ongoing when we stayed and loud at times.
Reviewed on 3 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
Excellent hotel in an amazing location. Very clean, beautiful room, great staff. If you have a car, I recommend the valet parking.
Reviewed on 3 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
We loved the great location, the beautiful loft with great layout for our family of four. Comfy beds meant we slept well.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Le Priori
The staff was great very clean rooms and the breakfast was good
Reviewed on 3 May 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.
