Lower Town
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 with a trip to Rue du Cul-de-Sac. Discover the great live music 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.
Lower Town Hotel Deals
Hotel Port Royal
The gentleman at the front desk was very friendly and arranged for us to have an early check-in (and held our luggage for us until he had the room ready). It was an excellent stay in Old Quebec. Thank you!
Reviewed on 2026/5/4
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 2026/5/2
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 2026/5/3
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts
We had a river view room, but other than that the room was ordinary, not superior plus as advertised when I booked. The hot water went too hot quickly I almost burned myself twice. The closet had no door, the a/c sounded like a plane was passing overhead, you had to get up from the bed to turn off ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/4
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 2026/5/3
Hotel Le Priori
Very quiet and clean rooms. Sink placement in the room was a bit odd but it’s a historic building. Appreciated the free breakfast each morning which included bagels, salmon, croissants etc.
Reviewed on 2026/5/4
Other neighborhoods around Lower Town
Old Port Quebec City
Old Port Quebec City is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights in the area like Port de Quebec and Quebec Cruise Terminal.
Old Quebec
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with commercial streets like Saint Jean and Sainte Anne, visit iconic landmarks such as Château Frontenac and Place Royale, and enjoy easy access to Gare du Palais train and bus station.
Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire
If you're spending some time in Vieux-Québec-Cap-Blanc-Colline Parlementaire, Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Town
While visiting Upper Town, you might make a stop by sights like Quebec City Town Hall and Dufferin Terrace.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste
While visiting Saint-Jean-Baptiste, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Theatre of Quebec and Saint-Jean Street.
Cap-Blanc
If you're spending some time in Cap-Blanc, Plains of Abraham and Grande Allée are top sights worth seeing.
