Québec City

Travel Guide

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Québec City
Québec City
Québec City
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Québec City Travel Guide Video

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
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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 showing a bridge and a garden

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.

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Parliament Building showing a sunset, heritage architecture and a garden

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.

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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.

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Hôtel Le Concorde Québec

Hôtel Le Concorde Québec

3 out of 5
1225 Cours du General de Montcalm, Québec City, QC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.4/10 Good! (6,011 reviews)
"Hotel gets busy so parking is not so convenient but overall it’s a good bang for your buck!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hôtel Le Concorde Québec
Hôtel Plaza Québec par JARO

Hôtel Plaza Québec par JARO

4 out of 5
3031 boulevard Laurier, Québec City, QC
The price is €108 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€108
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,733 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. Really beautiful hotel and amazing for kids. Only thing is they should clean the pool emptying and refill at night or overnight not at 8h00 am when its susppsed to open."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hôtel Plaza Québec par JARO
Hotel Universel

Hotel Universel

3 out of 5
2300, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, QC
The price is €96 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
€96
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,179 reviews)
"Nice confy bed clean room nice pool area but a little lack in quiet"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hotel Universel
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.
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 WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Château Frontenac and Quebec ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Appart-Hôtel L'UNI
Le 31 McMahon

Le 31 McMahon

3.5 out of 5
31 rue McMahon, Québec City, QC
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (489 reviews)
"This was an amazing apartment, lots of space and it had all the dishes / pots/ pans that a person could need. The only downside was the digital keys - - I lived in fear of my phone running out of batteries and not being able to get back into the apartment."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Le 31 McMahon
Hotel Le Cavalier - M11

Hotel Le Cavalier - M11

2 out of 5
58 Rue Saint-Louis, Québec, QC
Stay at this aparthotel in Québec City. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Château Frontenac and Quebec Cruise ...
6.8/10 (58 reviews)
"Great location and clean property"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hotel Le Cavalier - M11
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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