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Lower Town (Basse-Ville)

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Ranked #2 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 77 Reviews
Type: Neighborhoods, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Fee: Yes
Description: The location of the city's original settlement, historic Lower Town is situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

tourist informations are well presented with flyers all around More

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manitoba
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This is such a quaint area to visit, beautiful shops and wonderful food. Can't wait to come back! More

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Carleton Place, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

a trip back in time. wonderful restaurants, cobblestone roads, historical integrety has been maintained beautifully. More

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toronto
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Romantic. European. There was an accordion and guitar duo playing - very romantic More

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Alberta, Canada
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196 reviews 196 reviews
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64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Plenty of history down here, not far above the river. The views are not as great, because of the lower altitude, but the various buildings are well worth seeing. More

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Los Angeles, California
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012
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I simply could not resist the Basse-Ville area of Old Quebec. In fact, I went back several times, took pictures of almost every building. I especially like the Place Royal, the original location of Champlain's settlement in New France, which became the merchants square. Everything is so well-maintained, despite it's age. Visiting here is like being in a most pleasant... More

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Vancouver
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
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Tucked at the bottom of rue de Buade, and hidden by the tall walls, this place could be easily missed by a casual visitor to Quebec City. The quaint shops lining along the narrow streets are all attractive in each of its own way. The beautiful window decorations draw one's attention to slow down the pace and admire the artistic... More

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012
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Lower town is stunningly beautiful! Take the funicular from the upper town to the lower town and treat yourself to some spectacular views. Walk along the cobblestone streets. The rue Petit Champlain with its quaint shops, restaurants and galleries feels like old world Europe. A must see is the beautiful Notre Dame des Victoires church built in the 1600's. More

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Washington DC
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

From the French-speaking locals to the delicious French food, and the old world architecture, you'd think you were in France or Belgium. On a beautiful spring day, we wandered the cobblestone streets, shopping and snacking. Nothing better! More

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Brossard
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

You are near the old market, the port, the wharves...great outing for some nice fresh air and wonderful photo occasions More

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