upper town (haute-ville)

George818

We stayed here and it was a great starting point to explore the city (upper and lower) which both had their differences. One exudes city life while one exudes village life. Must experience both to really say you visited Quebec. Do not use a map, pick a starting point and just start walking. You may want to take a drive around one time to familiarize yourself. We stayed 3 nights and by the second time i drove around (lost), i realized the city is very easy to navigate as i keep coming to the same points of interest driving around. Loved it!

SylvieFrancois444

You can easily feel the difference between la Haute ville & the Basse ville. The Haute ville is livelier, more of a European city vibe, while the Basse ville is more European village, more laid back and tranquil. Walking around in the different neighborhoods of the Old City is spectacular in itself. So much to see and do and don’t forget to enjoy its romanticism.

AmyLynn1980

Haute-Ville is a large area basically encompassing anything outside of the fortifications. Some really neat neighborhoods to wander around in and see what life is like as a local. Particularly enjoyed Rue Saint-Jean, Avenue Cartier and Le Grande Allee!

newroads

The setting is beautiful, easy to walk around, food vendors have coffee, snacks, etc. It is a great getaway if you want atmosphere, restaurants, museums, music, small bistro's, small lanes to walk everywhere.

MainetoEurope

Loved Le Hobbit and L'Affair est Ketchup. Easy access to the Plains of Abraham Park and the walled city without the tourist feel.

DD61Paola_Ks

We stayed at a hotel here. So easy to walk around to everything you could want. Restaurants, shops, bars. So much history in these beautiful old buildings.

connaissor

i really enjoy walking just like the quebec people enjoy to do all year long communicating and they look at you eye to eye compare to vancouver were they drop their eyes on the sidewalk

HP8_11

We stayed in this area and found it easy to walk to all the major sights in the old city, including the lower town, despite ice slippery paths. There are quite a few restaurants to choose from, shops for provisions, including a supermarket less than 10 minutes walk away, and it's also very pretty. Best area to stay in winter.

patricke233

It's like being in Europe. I was here 34 years ago and little has changed. The shops, small hotels, large hotels, and numerous places to eat can easily find you looking to something to eat or place to sit at the end of the day (when you'll wonder where the time went). The Upper Town was not overrun by souvenir shops. Be sure to check out Rue de Tresor where original art can be purchased at a reasonable price.

lina3362000

Definitely not to be missed. Great views of the St. Lawrence from anywhere around the Chateau area. Great pics to be had. Cobblestone streets are quaint. It's like stepping back in history. Has lots of great restaurants and pubs. It's touristy and expensive (especially June-August) but it's definitely worth it.

DinhaBra

That's absolutely one of the best views of Quebec City when you are going all the way to the Fairmont Hotel!Besides, it's totally pedestrian friendly place... you have to explore it! Just be aware of the weather and the shopping hours, because it is very cold out there.

487liliar

Winter entertainment -slide down a very tall made of ice hill. Charming cafés with hot chocolate. French music.

EileenD418

Enjoyed strolling the Upper Town even though it was COLD for us Floridians. Enjoyed seeing the lavish city-block sized display out front of City Hall! They apparently decorate for fall and Christmas, and I presume the rest of the year.... Other places reviewed separately or under "Old Quebec)

cantrek

Lots of activity amongst some impressive historic stone architecture. Upper Town has a lot of foot traffic and as such has a lot of great shopping. There are also lots of little alleyways full of artists displaying their wares. A great place to simply wander around and explore on foot.

AntarcticBound

The cobblestone streets, small shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs make this a great place to wander and immerse oneself in the atmosphere that is so French. The buildings are very old world and all dominated by Le Chateau Frontenac and the Notre Dame Basilica. The laneways where artists show their work (and hope for sales) are great to amble through. The view over Lower Town and on to the St Lawrence Seaway is impressive - even if there are cruise ships in port (there were at least 3 while we were there).