About Old Quebec City
Historic European-style old town with cobblestone streets, French architecture, and charm.
Highlights
Only walled city north of Mexico
UNESCO World Heritage Site
European architecture and charm
Château Frontenac hotel icon
French-Canadian culture
Cobblestone streets
🎯 Top Things to Do
Walk the Old City Walls
Stroll 4.6km of fortification walls with cannons and city views. Only intact walls in North America.
Château Frontenac Photo Stop
Visit the world's most photographed hotel. Tour inside or have tea in grand lobby.
Quartier Petit Champlain
Wander North America's oldest commercial street. Charming shops, cafes, and art galleries.
Dufferin Terrace Boardwalk
Wooden boardwalk with St. Lawrence River views. Street performers and artists year-round.
Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral
Oldest parish church in North America. Stunning interior with gold leaf and artwork.
Citadelle Fortress Tour
Active military installation and museum. Changing of the Guard ceremony in summer.
🗺️ Nearby Attractions
Château Frontenac
Montmorency Falls
Île d'Orléans
Quartier Petit Champlain
Plains of Abraham
Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré
Quick Facts
📅 Best Time to Visit
May-October
🏷️ Category
Historic
⭐ Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Practical Information
Entry Fee:
Free to walk streets, attractions vary $10-20
Getting There:
3 hours from Montreal, walk everywhere in Old City
Parking:
Limited and expensive, park outside walls and walk in
💡 Tips:
Bring comfortable walking shoes. Many cobblestone streets. French spoken widely.