Mid-Range Travel Guide: Quebec City

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Mid-range hotels in or near Old Quebec, boutique inns, private rooms in upscale guesthouses

Food & Dining

$40-85 per day

Traditional Quebecois restaurants, casual fine dining, local bistros, mix of tourist and local spots

Transportation

$15-35 per day

Mix of public transport, occasional taxis, rideshares, hop-on-hop-off tours

Activities

$35-90 per day

Guided city tours, museum admissions, boat tours on St. Lawrence River, cultural attractions

Eat at local cafes outside the main tourist areas of Old Quebec for typically 40-60% savings on meals

Use the public bus system instead of taxis for 70-80% savings on transportation costs

Visit during shoulder seasons (April-May, September-October) for 20-35% lower accommodation rates

Look for combination tickets that include multiple attractions for typically 15-25% savings

Stay in accommodations just outside Old Quebec's walls for generally 30-50% lower nightly rates

Take advantage of free walking tours and self-guided exploration of historic neighborhoods

Shop for groceries and prepare some meals if staying in places with kitchen facilities

Staying only within Old Quebec's walls during peak summer season (typically 50-100% more expensive than nearby areas)

Eating exclusively at restaurants on Rue Saint-Louis and other main tourist streets (usually 80-150% markup over local spots)

Taking taxis for short distances instead of walking in the compact historic center (Old Quebec is very walkable)

Not booking accommodation well in advance during Winter Carnival or Summer Festival seasons (prices can triple)