Quartier Petit Champlain

Honestly very nice. Never realized that place was there until our first night. The drive there is beautiful, the water, boats, the people being outside and enjoying the day. It’s not a very big place, but the scenery and good little restaurants make it worth it. From there you can go up and visit the chateau Frontenac.

A must visit on your trip to old QC City, amazing location of shops and restos, its get hot so wear sun protection and find shade when you can, this place is as equally amazing in winter, but its very cold in winter!!! Still beautiful :). Weekends they offer entertainment during summer days usually starting around father's day.

Do not bother comparing to Paris. Which a lot of people come expecting. It's nice in its way. Small local shops with expensive stuff. Expensive food. A very small lane honestly. A couple of good things though. A funicular that takes you up and down to the Hotel for 5$. The port is nearby. A couple of murals and churches are nearby. The museum is close by. Everything at a walkable distance. One of the oldest staircases in North America is there. If you are keen on history. It's a good place to be. Very touristy. Have a good jolly time. Take some pictures. Have food. Go home. Walk if you want. Or cycle around. Its chill

Very neat experience. It is super crowded during the busy season. I've been at the beginning of April before and it was far less busy. It is nice to experience at least once. The history is incomparable to many other places. If you want to dice deeper into this, there are many guided tours but it's not necessary.

Great place to explore. So much to do, and shops galore! Very beautiful place to be.

Beautiful cobblestone street full of restaurants, artisans, art, crafts, and souvenirs. Well lit and romantic at night but most things close by 9pm

Located down by the River so you must walk down or up many stairs. Beautiful small cobble stone street with many shops, restaurants, and musicians playing. Very colourful with lots of history.

Visiting Quartier Petit Champlain in summer is like walking into a living painting—bright flowers spilling from window boxes, sunshine bouncing off charming stone buildings, and a warm breeze carrying the smell of fresh crêpes. The cobblestone streets invite you to slow down, wander, and let curiosity be your guide. Every shop feels like a hidden gem, with local art, handmade crafts, and unique treasures that make “just browsing” almost impossible. I popped into boutiques for “a quick peek” and somehow ended up with a bag or two each time—no regrets. Summer also means café patios in full bloom, perfect for sipping iced coffee or enjoying a leisurely lunch while people-watching. The bistros and ice cream shops add an extra splash of joy to the stroll, and live street music creates that perfect soundtrack for a sunny day. The whole quartier hums with life—tourists snapping photos, artists sketching in corners, and locals greeting each other like old friends. It’s vibrant without feeling rushed, and every corner holds something worth stopping for. If you’re visiting Quebec City in the warmer months, this is a must-see spot. Quartier Petit Champlain in summer is pure sunshine for the soul.

Once the bustling capital of New France, the Quartier Petit Champlain is arguably the most beautiful area of the city. Wandering the narrow streets that are laced between the historic buildings makes you feel like you are in the heart of an old European City. The Quartier Petit Champlain is the oldest shopping district in North America and a great place to buy souvenirs for your friends. Here, boutique shops and cozy cafes spill out of restored houses. A fun fact: One of the neighborhood's houses belonged to Louis Jolliet, the French-Canadian explorer credited with discovering the Mississippi River. The stone structures that line the pedestrian-only streets now house a wide variety of shops, services, and restaurants. This is the perfect place to visit for strolling and meandering, and it's a truly lovely area year-round. Québec-cuisine restaurants and bistros, art galleries, and a generous assortment of sweets shops offering everything from handcrafted fudge and nougat to a stylish Crêperie Restroom: Ask anyone and they can point you in the right direction, its 1 level down on the main road level. What a relief finding one when you need it

Amazing historic "lower town" of Quebec City. My wife and I went here twice in early November by the funicular from the Dufferin Terrace of the Chateau Frontenac. So many great businesses along the cobblestone pedestrian streets. We went to two souvenir shops, the Archibald Brewpub, and a bubble tea shop and loved them all. Looking forward to coming back to visit more of the wonderful businesses here.

If you haven't been to Quebec City, I implore you to add it to the top of your bucket list. I've visited in various seasons and I have to say September was great weather but they pull out ALL the stops for the Christmas season. The charming historic district makes you feel like you're in a quaint French village with super historic preservation, charming shops and beautiful window and sidewalk decor. You'll find entertaing art installations, murals on old building walls, an overpriced funicular, a must-visit maple syrup shop and peeks of the Lawrence River down below. It's friendlier than France but equally charming and romantic.

Sorry, I missed this obscurely named page when doing my Yelp reviews for Quebec City but after discovering it thought it worthy of a callout.  The cited area is in Old Quebec and centered around the historic, charming, lovely, and narrow but vibrant little street named Rue du Petit-Champlain. This quaint and historic area is a must see when visiting Quebec City. In fact you would be hard pressed to miss it, as it is just down the steep hill from the Fairmont le Chateau Frontenac (the high and steep cape it is built upon is known as Cap Diamant). It's a deservingly very touristy area but for good reason - you don't want to miss putzing around here as it's as European as Europe gets with its cobblestone narrow streets and numerous shops, restaurants, galleries, etc.  It's also a very clean and safe area.  The funicular, the historic square called Place Royale, and the steep staircase known as the Breakneck Stairs (built in 1635 and the city's oldest stairway) are all part of the neighborhood.   Enjoy!

This area of Old Quebec is located in the lower town and is a collection of 3 to 4 streets and of course the break next stairs. It's oozing with charm and cobblestones along with family run shops and restaurants. It's a wonderful area to amble around and is definitely a do not miss part of Old Quebec. It's very picturesque and ideal for the Instagram photographs!! The shops have a wide selection of Canadian & Quebec souvenirs.

Breakneck Stairs or the funicular from Dufferin Terrace leads you down to the charming small neighborhood. There are many shops and restaurants. We bought some souvenirs and had lunch at Le Lapin Sauté. It can be rather crowded as I spotted several tour groups here.

It's a nice place to visit. However very crowded. My husband got sick after being exposed to people coughing. Make sure you wear a mask.

This was a site of the first French Settlement in North America, so be ready for that historic charm. Samuel de Champlain was absolutely right when he decided this was a perfect area to build a fort overlooking the river. Lots of trendy shops, nice restaurants and galleries. We visited during snow storm in December, so it was quite abandoned, which in my opinion made it even prettier.

It's a gorgeous city, people are very nice and polite. The food and drinks are amazing. We felt very welcomed.

Very nice bartender. We went late to eat at the bar. Good service. Great burger. Small place.

Quiet night walking around Quartier Petite Champlain. Loving to see very beautiful historical buildings and architectures. After 9PM mostly stores closed seem to have no one live there but actually many resident lives in second or third floor. Talked to one of musician who was walking back to his home, the building nearby. I wish I could go back and enjoy the lower town during the day. Probably gives different vibe and more life.

Strolling down Quartier Petite Champlain was probably the most enjoyable activity we did as we visited Place Royal. The neighborhood was tiny but had so much charm and color it was hard not to love despite its bustling alleyways. Per my research, this area is claimed to be the oldest commercial district in North America. However, it is maintained so well and has kept up with the changes of time while keeping its very unique personality. Rue de Petite Champlain has a wide array of boutiques and restaurants all beautifully designed and decorated. If you like taking pictures like I do, then this is a place for you. If you like to try out different dishes then you're also in the right place! Lol Pick a shop for souvenir hunting or simply pose at one of their cute windows or doors. Anyway you click that camera, everything seems to come out perfect. This place is definitely photogenic and ,trust me, a place you don't even want to miss whenever you're visiting Quebec city!

Named as the most beautiful pedestrian in quebec province. Place filled with shops and restos. Lesser foot traffic during the spring and winter season. A short but enjoyable walk

If you appreciate history, architecture, good food and like ling walks, this is the place for you. There are lots of places you will enjoy. Try every food in the corner and walk out all calories after. I would come back here if I could but sans the little ones. I would maybe take my girl friends and enjoy this cute city life better

If you have a need for European ambience, Canadian and French culture, New World history and great food, Quartier Petit Champlain is just 3 hours from Montreal. Quartier Petit Champlain is a UNESCO WORLD Heritage site. It is 400 years of history evidenced by it's narrow cobblestone streets, remains of Saint-Louis Fort and Chateaux, as well as, it's ancient walls and four massive stone gates. It is the only walled city north of Mexico. Visit Place Royale the site of the second French settlement in the New World founded by Samuel de Champlain in 1608. His statue is on the Terrasse Dufferin. La Citadelle de Quebec, Place 'Armes and the Plains of Abraham are other historic landmarks. The Basilica Notre-Dame of Canada was the first catholic parish north of the Spanish colonies. Most of Quartier Petit is pedestrian friendly so you can enjoy the little shops, art galleries, fine bistros and French delis and bakeries care free. The ambience of the Quartier will transport you to another time and place. Take time to explore all the city has to offer and be prepared to do a lot of walking including up and down stairs. Buggy rides are available if you so desire. Stop in at a restaurant, I ate at the Aux Anciens Canadien. It was $20 US which included a four coarse meal with wine or beer. I had the wild game mix pie. which was extraordinary! The Chateau Frontenac is the star lodging in the heart of the Quartier Petit Champlain. Make a long weekend of it.

Perhaps one of the most charming streets in this continent!! Bold statement? See for yourself! Craving a little taste of Europe? Come here to the oldest shopping district in North America!! It's absolutely picture perfect!! These cobblestone streets are lined with tons of small, quaint bistros and tiny shops with hand-made goods. We first visited in autumn when the streets were filled with leaves and festive fall displays. It was so incredibly romantic! We shopped during the day, took a ride on the funiculaire (angled escalator), tasted ciders and a few other French treats. We took our time and savored it all! We came back again at night for an amazing candlelit dinner at the cutest spot, Laupin Saute' which made us feel as if we were in a secret spot hidden in the countryside of France. Everything was so delicious! Our nighttime stroll after dinner when the streets were all lit up was pure magic. It was the perfect anniversary spot! Pettit Champlain is located beneath the Terrasse Dufferin and in the shadows of the most photographed hotel in the world, Chateau Frontenac. We highly recommend splurging and staying there at least one night for the quintessential Old Quebec experience and for frequent and easy access to Pettit Champlain. Almost every restaurant in the Quartier is a 5 star and they are all rather small. Reservations are HIGHLY recommend especially for dinner! It's definitely on my list to return for the holidays one year! I can just imagine how special it is with snow on the ground, carolers which have been to entertain crowds, and tons of decorate Christmas trees and festive decor! A must visit when in Quebec! Bucket-list check!

Nice area in the older section of Quebec City, Canada. Very historic. Although, now it is mostly filled with various shops, art galleries, and cafes. It almost feels like we were walking in Europe because of the narrow streets and cobblestones. The main street in this neighborhood is Rue du Petit-Champlain. There is a nice mural on the side of one of the houses which portrays some of the history of the neighborhood. Their is also a nice staircase called the Breakneck Steps or Lower Town Stairs. In French, it is called the Escalier Casse-Cou. Very cool spot to take a pic. This is the area where you can ride the Funicular up to Upper Town Quebec City and vice versa. If you are a tourist, then a visit to Quartier Petit Champlain is a must. It is the oldest shopping district in North America. Charming, touristy, and historic are the words that come to mind when I remember this area. I imagine that it must get very crowded during peak season here. Fortunately for us, we had the place almost to ourselves the two days we were in the area. Absolutely gorgeous!

Definitely a beautiful area to visit. Lots of souvenir shops, restaurants, pretty murals. It does get very crowded since it is a tourist attraction. The maple taffy is a must try there.

Tourists like myself does enjoy touristy friendly area. So I cannot miss visiting Quartier Petit Champlain during my Day in Old Quebec City. A nice stroll down the cobblestone pathways is quite an enjoyable experience. The restaurants, shops and art galleries offers a taste of Quebec without being too touristy or cheesy. Great for photos no matter when you visit.

Overall a nice area to walk around, I didn't really end up buying anything but I thought it was a great place to look around and see what was to be offered. There are many restaurants and shops to choose from just not my taste. Even though I didn't really enjoy the shopping I really enjoyed the places that we went to visit and eat at. The service was great and the food was excellent so come down and walk around. We found a chocolate shop that was fantastic too.

Very cute area. Must see if you are visiting Quebec! The kdrama Goblin filmed here (the red door) so there will probably be a line at that door for the kdrama fans to take pictures at. Hard to miss. I wasn't really planning on buying anything so I took about an hour looking around and taking pictures of the area. Great place to experience some European style shops and buildings! Great view of the port and autumn leaves too!

This is the exact kind of street I would've loved to have visited 50 years ago before the advent of mass tourism. This "petit" little street or sector of Quebec is filled delightful independent shops, eateries, galleries, and one small theater. A majority are touristy shops, with marked up prices to match, but it was wonderful that there wasn't a single corporate chain store or restaurant anywhere. Doubtful that locals actually shop or eat here, but still makes for a pleasant stroll and window shopping...though I did come close to buying a few things.

The Petit-Champlain district is tourists' favorite place to go for a Winter evening stroll in an enchanting atmosphere straight out of a Christmas fairy tale. It stays decorated all Winter. One of the oldest commercial districts in North America, its historical architecture & narrow cobblestone streets are part of the romantic European atmosphere & charm. There are over 45 boutiques & bistros in this postcard-perfect neighborhood. I tried to cover as much as I could ~ the atmosphere was festive & magic after 24-inch snowstorm. Here you can climb Breakneck Steps or choose to ride up. I did both. The lower entrance to the funiculaire is located in the home built in 1683 by Louis Jolliet, the man who discovered the Mississippi River.

A super charming tourist area! I enjoyed walking the cobblestone streets and discovering what appeared to be endless shops and restaurants. A couple friends and I stayed at an Airbnb across the river, and it was a nice commute via ferry. We commuted a couple times a day for a few days while in QC. The town was so picturesque; we took a lot of amazing photos. Food was fantastic. Overall, a wonderful trip.

This magical place that looks like 'Whoville' in the Grinch movie. Cute stores lit up. Very romantic. I really wanted to come here during Christmas time and was so happy I was able to achieve that. Beautifully lit. Lots of stores and restaurants. I recommend the restaurant Cochon Dingue for dinner and Bistro Sous Le Fort for dinner. Yum!

We took the funicular for $3.50 each way to go down here. There are restaurants for lunch/dinner, coffee/tea shops for snacks and souvenir shops for shopping. We also went near the river to get a good view of Hotel Fairmont Chateau. There is also a church/basilica nearby. The door for the Korean TV drama 'Goblin' was also here. Seems to be popular since a lot of Asians took pics with it. It is just a door mind you.

Fun area to walk around and enjoy the beautiful architecture. The shops were okay. I wanted to buy gifts but there was mostly Canada sweatshirts, magnets etc. I was hoping for more Made in Canada products that weren't touristy.

Super touristy - but cute. Cobblestones, lots of people, tight quarters, cute shops.

By far, my favorite and most memorable part of my trip to Quebec City. Quartier Petit Champlain is an area of Old Quebec, namely, the oldest commercial district in North America. Today, all of its historical facades are preserved with brand new stores and restaurants on the sides of the street. Walking down the narrow street of la rue du Petit-Champlain is a treat in itself, the feel of old European city is brought back in its full force, much to see, much to explore, and much to appreciate. The unique artisan shops scattered around the side of the street are worth every bit to explore. Discover the Fresque du Petit Champlain on the way, a part of an effort to place a series of wall arts reflective of the history of old quebec. Incredible experience.

Petit Champlain is one of the greatest parts of tourist Quebec! It's one of the oldest historic areas in Canada and North America preserved from a time many hundreds of years ago! Today however it was iced up like a skating rink!!!!! Loads of tourist shops and restaurants! Close your eyes and open slowly and imagine you are in New France!

Walking around is beautiful and a true walk back in time...It makes me sad that every store is a trinket store of tourism attractions.

Absolutely adorable. We took the stairs down from the Chateau to get to the Quarter, thinking it'd be a decent trek (to necessitate a funicular)...but it's a quick walk. :) So charming, lots of cute boutiques and shops. You will definitely feel out of time and like you're in a European town (especially with it decorated for Christmas, which most vendors were doing as of November 1st).

This is definitely the best part of Quebec City. If you don't mind the freezing weather, come around the winter time, it is so beautiful & romantic especially when it's snowing. It's also not as crowded as the summer time. When you're here, you feel like you're in some old city in Europe. Absolutely beautiful! We love this part of Quebec City very much!

A romantic stroll through the shops and restaurants of Old Quebec, especially during the holidays. Truly old world and beautiful.

What a cute little street! It was slightly hard to fine. No signs or anything but located at the heart of Old Quebec City's tourist area. If you're going from the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac you can choose to take the "elevator" down (not sure the price) or walk a ton of stairs. It is steep so be very careful! Inside the street are tons of little stores. The architecture is very uniqie. Each little building has its own design with a different looking store front. Items in the store aren't too expensive. I would say they are pretty average and maybe even cheap for a tourist area. Food was also pretty regular price. My favourite store was the Glass store. Didn't get the name of it but they had fresh blown glass pieces and you could watch items being newly blown. A show and a store in one! Pieces weren't expensive either. I would definitely recommend this street to anyone visiting Quebec City. It holds a busy little old European street feeling. During the Winter holidays there are also carolers singing with christmas lights throughout the street. Very pretty!

We loved sitting in the little park between Le Lapin Saute and the Chansonerie with a bottle of wine and some snacks, the people watching is second to none. If you come to QC, don't miss this little street full of cafe's, galleries and shops.

Don't miss this area in Lower Old Quebec. Lots of cute, quaint, quirky shops and restaurants. Worth the walk down the "Breakneck Staircase" (actual name, but in French), but you could also take the funicular.