Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Québec City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Québec City

With a population of 528,595, Québec City is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Québec City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Québec City

Québec City in October
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Québec City in October
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Québec City

Plane

When flying to Québec City, you’ll arrive at Québec City (YQB), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Québec City from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 47m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Québec City, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Québec City to Montreal takes 3h 11m and costs around $142 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $357 for a 10h 51m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Québec City Gare du Palais is the busiest station in Québec City. Another popular train station is Québec City Sainte-Foy, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Québec City is to pick up a car hire from Montreal, which is about 144 miles from Québec City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Québec City Sainte-Foy, located 5 miles from the city centre of Québec City. Québec City Université Laval is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Québec City, you’ll arrive at Québec City (YQB), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Québec City from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 47m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Québec City, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Québec City to Montreal takes 3h 11m and costs around $142 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $357 for a 10h 51m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Québec City Gare du Palais is the busiest station in Québec City. Another popular train station is Québec City Sainte-Foy, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Québec City is to pick up a car hire from Montreal, which is about 144 miles from Québec City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Montreal.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Québec City Sainte-Foy, located 5 miles from the city centre of Québec City. Québec City Université Laval is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Québec City

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Airlines serving Québec City

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,814 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,091 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,487 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,131 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (483 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,049 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
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Where to stay in Québec City

Average rates range from around $172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $164 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Econo Lodge Airport and Auberge Québec. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Québec City, with prices from $97 to $586 per night. Saint-Roch is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Québec City are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Saint-Roch - In Québec City’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Best Western Plus City Centre/Centre-Ville, Hotel Royal William, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Hotel PUR, Quebec, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

Saint-Roch - In Québec City’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Best Western Plus City Centre/Centre-Ville, Hotel Royal William, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Hotel PUR, Quebec, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.
Most popular hotel in Québec City by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Québec City

Most booked hotels in Québec City

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Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$398+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Quebec City Levis
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Hilton Quebec
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$216+
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Four Points by Sheraton Lévis Convention Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Hotel L'Oie des neiges
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$136+
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Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville Québec Par Jaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$191+
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Hiring a car in Québec City

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Québec City is the Alamo branch at 505 Rue Principale, which is 8 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.68 per litre in Québec City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.14 and $26.85. The most frequently booked car type in Québec City is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Honda Fit or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Québec City is the Alamo branch at 505 Rue Principale, which is 8 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.68 per litre in Québec City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.14 and $26.85. The most frequently booked car type in Québec City is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Honda Fit or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Québec City

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$60/day

Full-size

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$68/day

Economy
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