Cost of Living in Québec
How much does it cost to visit Québec? Daily budgets, accommodation costs, and real price examples for 2026.
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Daily Budget Breakdown
Budget
Hostels, street food, free attractions
CAD 150
per day
Weekly: CAD 1050
Monthly: CAD 4500
Examples
- 🏨HI Quebec Hostel dorm bedCAD 40
- 🍽️Bagel lunch from St-Viateur Bagel (Montreal style, but available in Quebec City)CAD 15
- 🍽️Poutine from Chez AshtonCAD 12
- 🚌Walking within Old Quebec, occasional RTC bus fareCAD 10
- 🎟️Explore the Plains of Abraham (free entry)CAD 0
- 🎟️Visit the Citadelle of Quebec (exterior and grounds)CAD 0
- 🎟️Wander through Quartier Petit ChamplainCAD 0
- 🎟️Window shopping and enjoying the atmosphereCAD 0
- 🎟️Entry to Musée de la Civilisation (check for free evenings/discounts)CAD 17
Mid-Range
3-star hotels, restaurants, guided tours
CAD 300
per day
Weekly: CAD 2100
Monthly: CAD 9000
Examples
- 🏨Hotel Le Priori roomCAD 180
- 🍽️Breakfast at Le Chic ShackCAD 25
- 🍽️Lunch at Restaurant ParmesanCAD 40
- 🍽️Dinner at Le Lapin SautéCAD 60
- 🚌Day pass on RTC busesCAD 8
- 🎟️Guided walking tour of Old QuebecCAD 25
- 🎟️Visit the Musée National des Beaux-Arts du QuébecCAD 16
- 🎟️Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec rideCAD 12
Luxury
5-star hotels, fine dining, private tours
CAD 700
per day
Weekly: CAD 4900
Monthly: CAD 21000
Examples
- 🏨Fairmont Le Château Frontenac roomCAD 500
- 🍽️Breakfast at the hotelCAD 50
- 🍽️Gourmet lunch at Champlain Restaurant (inside the hotel)CAD 100
- 🍽️Michelin-starred dinner at L'ÉchaudéCAD 150
- 🚌Private car service for the dayCAD 100
- 🎟️Private guided tour of Old Quebec and CitadelleCAD 150
- 🎟️Spa treatment at the hotelCAD 200
Cost by Category
accommodation
80-200 CAD
food
50-100 CAD
Transport
10-20 CAD
activities
30-80 CAD
Cost by Neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | Budget Level | vs City Centre | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Québec (Upper Town) | Luxury | Higher | first-timers, couples |
| Old Québec (Lower Town) | Mid-range | Slightly higher | first-timers, couples |
| Montcalm | Mid-range | Average | families, couples |
| Saint-Roch | Budget | Lower | solo travelers, nightlife |
Money-Saving Tips for Québec
🏨 Accommodation
- Stay in budget neighbourhoods outside the tourist centre
- Book apartments for longer stays (weekly discounts)
- Travel in shoulder season for lower hotel rates
- Compare prices across multiple booking platforms
🍽️ Food & Drink
- Eat where locals eat, away from tourist hotspots
- Try street food and market stalls for cheap eats
- Buy lunch specials instead of evening meals
- Cook some meals if your accommodation has a kitchen
🚌 Transport
- Buy multi-day transit passes for unlimited travel
- Walk between nearby attractions to save fares
- Use public transport over taxis where possible
- Book airport transfers in advance for fixed prices
🎟️ Activities
- Take free walking tours (tip-based)
- Look for free museum days or discounted hours
- Book tours and activities online for lower prices
- Explore parks, markets, and neighbourhoods on foot
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FAQ: Québec Costs
How much does it cost to visit Québec?
Budget travellers can visit Québec for around CAD 150/day (CAD 1050/week). Mid-range travellers should budget CAD 300/day, while luxury travel costs around CAD 700/day.
Is Québec expensive?
Québec is on the expensive side. Budget travellers need at least CAD 150/day. Consider staying in budget neighbourhoods and eating at local spots to save.
How much should I budget per day in Québec?
For a comfortable mid-range experience in Québec, budget CAD 300/day. This covers a decent hotel, meals at sit-down restaurants, public transport, and a couple of activities.
What is the cheapest way to visit Québec?
Budget travellers in Québec can get by on CAD 150/day by staying in hostels or budget hotels, eating street food and local restaurants, using public transport, and choosing free walking tours and public attractions.