5 Shopping Streets & Districts to Explore

Équipe édito
Editorial Team
Published on January 17, 2020
Romantic walk on rue du Petit-Champlain, illuminated and decorated in winter.
Francis Gagnon

Fall under the spell of Québec City’s charming areas and picturesque neighbourhoods. Wherever your curiosity takes you, you’ll go from one find to the next as you explore boutiques, art galleries as well as specialty and gourmet food shops.

Here are a few shopping areas to explore:

  • 1

    Petit Champlain District

    North America’s oldest shopping district will win you over with its colourful decorative art shops and sophisticated designer and artisanal boutiques. From its cobblestone pedestrian streets, you’ll admire the inviting windows of historic homes in a romantic environment. In the winter, Quartier Petit Champlain turns into a magical fairyland decked out in snow, with holiday decorations and twinkling lights.

    The Quartier Petit Champlain, a unique shopping experience!

  • 2

    The Old Port and Place Royale

    The narrow streets and architecture of the Old Port are steeped in history. In this enchanting setting and on rue Saint-Paul, you’ll find antique stores, artisanal boutiques, and art galleries. Experience the charm of this relaxing, pedestrian-friendly district.

  • 3

    Rue Saint-Jean

    You’ll fall in love with rue Saint-Jean’s European vibe! Outside the fortifications, you’ll find delightful original shops, artisanal boutiques, and specialty food shops. Inside the ramparts, you’ll discover clothing and souvenir shops galore. It’s the perfect place to find among the best clothing stores in Québec City while you hunt for unique finds!

  • 4

    Art District

    Stroll down avenue Cartier in the heart of the Arts District and you’ll pass a hundred or so places of business. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, gourmet food shops, and fashionable and specialty boutiques of this less-touristy area.

  • 5

    Saint-Roch District

    The more contemporary setting of the new Saint-Roch district is worth a visit, with its hip designer boutiques on rue Saint-Joseph. Nouvo Saint-Roch features unique, modern, and avant-garde stores. Here you’ll find the famous Benjo—the only toy store of its kind in the province of Québec—plus luxury boutiques, cooking items, and stores for gourmet food lovers.


Équipe édito
Editorial Team

As proud ambassadors of our beloved city, we’re delighted to be sharing the things and places we love most in the Québec City area. What a joy for us to help you discover everything this vibrant and welcoming city has to offer!

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