Old Quebec (Upper Town)
Ideal for: couples, first visit
Inside the walls, around the Château Frontenac: cobbled streets and river views.
Quebec City
The only walled city north of Mexico, with its Château Frontenac and Old Quebec.
Plan your stay in Quebec City
Best areas to stay in Quebec City
Petit-Champlain and Old Port
Ideal for: couples, charm
The Lower Town, its shopping lanes and the banks of the St Lawrence.
Saint-Roch
Ideal for: solo, restaurants
A lively, trendy area a few minutes' walk from the old town.
Grande Allée and Montcalm
Ideal for: families, nightlife
Terraces, restaurants and the Plains of Abraham close by.
Practical info about Quebec City
The Historic District of Old Québec is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city is best explored on foot, between the Upper and Lower Towns, linked by stairways and a funicular.
What to see in Quebec City
- The Château Frontenac and the Dufferin Terrace;
- Old Quebec, its walls and gates;
- the Petit-Champlain quarter and Place Royale;
- the Plains of Abraham and the Citadel;
- on day trips: Montmorency Falls, Île d’Orléans and the Côte-de-Beaupré.
Getting to Quebec City
Quebec City has an international airport, linked to the centre by taxi or bus. From Montreal, allow about 3 hours by road or train.
All our tips for the country in Travel in Canada.