Quebec City Ferry
Quebec City Ferry
4.5
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Monday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
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One of Québec’s best-kept secrets and one of the most spectacular view of the Old Town. Located at the heart of Old Québec City, the ride (one-way) takes about 12 minutes. During summertime, discover the marked bike paths located on both sides of the shore: Corridor du Littoral (Quebec City) and Parcours des Anses (Lévis). In winter, the mouvement of the ice on the St. Lawrence River is truly impressing.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- FoodangeManchester, United Kingdom4,797 contributionsWe Love a FerryWe love being on the water so couldn’t resist the short ferry across the river to Levis. Very efficient all round and strangely quiet on a sunny Sunday morning. Sat out on the deck for both crossings. Not a great deal new to see apart from the Quebec skyline and that lovely hotel …Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 11 October 2023
- Cyndy PTurner, Maine125 contributionsEasy way to get from Levi to QuebecWe were lucky the ferry was just a 10 minute walk from our rental. There is parking down there as well. It runs frequently so we didn’t need to wait. It is a quick efficient way to get from 1 side of the river to another. Staff was polite. The ferry was clean.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 28 August 2024
- Cris HPittsburgh, Pennsylvania633 contributionsLovely way to spend an hourTakes about an hour to go over and back. The actual sail is only 15 minutes but you have to get off and turnaround on the other side. The views of the old town are fantastic and the hotel is stunning. I did a day trip and it was well worth the time and money.Visited September 2024Travelled soloWritten 29 September 2024
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Miromoreau
Guadalajara, Mexico38 contributions
May 2020
I used to live in old City and work south shore: I was taking the ferry twice a day to commute, either in bicycle or car, depending of season. I recommend all tourists to take the ferry since you get a better view of old Quebec on the south shore. Takes 15 minutes to cross the River in each direction and cost 8 CAD $ for the trip.
Written 25 May 2020
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TO-psych
Toronto, Canada585 contributions
Feb 2022
So glad I made time to take the ferry to Levis and back. For $7.50 round trip, it's a fun and affordable way to see the city from a different vantage point. I did not get out and explore Levis, but in the summer it looks like there are some nice parks and areas to walk around there.
Reading old reviews, it looks like the ferry used to run every half hour but currently it is every hour. The ferry from Quebec to Levis departs on the 30 and the ferry from Levis to Quebec departs on the 00. I recommend taking the 4:30pm ferry over and catching the 5:00pm back, if you are here in the winter because it coincides with the sunset. The actual ferry ride is about 15 minutes and you can't stay on the boat, you must disembark at Levis. So I just got off, waited in the terminal for 10-15 minutes and then walked back on.
You can reserve a ticket online in advance but it wasn't near full when I went. I just showed up at the terminal a few minutes before and bought my ticket at the desk.
At the terminal and on the ferry, there are vending machines in case you want a drink or a snack.
It is a commuter ferry and when I went I think I was the only tourist (or at least, no one else was taking photos and most people chose to sit inside because it was cold!).
Riding this ferry in the winter is a really unique experience because you can see and hear the ship makes its way across the chunks of ice on the river. There is nothing like it!
Reading old reviews, it looks like the ferry used to run every half hour but currently it is every hour. The ferry from Quebec to Levis departs on the 30 and the ferry from Levis to Quebec departs on the 00. I recommend taking the 4:30pm ferry over and catching the 5:00pm back, if you are here in the winter because it coincides with the sunset. The actual ferry ride is about 15 minutes and you can't stay on the boat, you must disembark at Levis. So I just got off, waited in the terminal for 10-15 minutes and then walked back on.
You can reserve a ticket online in advance but it wasn't near full when I went. I just showed up at the terminal a few minutes before and bought my ticket at the desk.
At the terminal and on the ferry, there are vending machines in case you want a drink or a snack.
It is a commuter ferry and when I went I think I was the only tourist (or at least, no one else was taking photos and most people chose to sit inside because it was cold!).
Riding this ferry in the winter is a really unique experience because you can see and hear the ship makes its way across the chunks of ice on the river. There is nothing like it!
Written 4 February 2022
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bellathexplorer
Winnipeg, Canada40 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
It was a cool experience. We took a ferry ride to Levis on a Saturday at 10:30 pm. We didn't have any reservations and just bought roundtrip tickets directly at the terminal (address: 10, rue des Traversiers). Each adult ticket cost $4.05. The view of the city from the ferry was beautiful, with all the city lights. There weren't many people onboard - possibly because it was late at night.
We went to the top deck for a better view. The ride was smooth and took only about 12 minutes to reach Levis. We hadn't planned to do anything there, and since it was late, we doubted any stores were open. After disembarking (which was required), we just re-entered the terminal and boarded the ferry back to Quebec. The return trip felt even quicker.
Photo tip: There's a great view of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac near the stoplight by the entrance to the terminal building.
We went to the top deck for a better view. The ride was smooth and took only about 12 minutes to reach Levis. We hadn't planned to do anything there, and since it was late, we doubted any stores were open. After disembarking (which was required), we just re-entered the terminal and boarded the ferry back to Quebec. The return trip felt even quicker.
Photo tip: There's a great view of the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac near the stoplight by the entrance to the terminal building.
Written 24 October 2024
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carinita
Waterloo, Canada43 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
The best way to see old Quebec illuminated. The facilities are clean. Easy access to both sides of the city. We loved it. We used it to be able to take pictures of the illuminated old city, and it worth. Very enjoyable experience
Written 2 July 2021
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Helena-Francisco
Quebec, Canada21,555 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
We took the Quebec-Lévis crossing, round trip, as a pedestrian to go see the refrigerated ice path at Quai Paquet and walk on the Parcours des Anses. Taking the ferry in winter is a very different experience than in summer but just as pleasant. We can admire the majestic St. Lawrence River and see the movement of the tides through the movement of the ice. The crossing takes approximately 15 minutes.
Check their website for the schedule by entering the specific day of your visit. Generally speaking, the Quebec-Lévis ferry runs every half hour until 6:30 p.m. Thereafter, crossings are made on an hourly basis. For Lévis-Québec, during the day, it is also every half hour and every hour from 6:00 p.m. The schedule continues like this until around 2:00 a.m.
Adult: $3.95, tax free
65 +: $3.35, tax free
In winter, after your Quebec-Lévis crossing, you can go walking or skating at Quai Paquet, walk on the Parcours des Anses where nearly 6 km of trails are illuminated in the evening or go to the Corsaire Pub for a beer or something to eat.
Check their website for the schedule by entering the specific day of your visit. Generally speaking, the Quebec-Lévis ferry runs every half hour until 6:30 p.m. Thereafter, crossings are made on an hourly basis. For Lévis-Québec, during the day, it is also every half hour and every hour from 6:00 p.m. The schedule continues like this until around 2:00 a.m.
Adult: $3.95, tax free
65 +: $3.35, tax free
In winter, after your Quebec-Lévis crossing, you can go walking or skating at Quai Paquet, walk on the Parcours des Anses where nearly 6 km of trails are illuminated in the evening or go to the Corsaire Pub for a beer or something to eat.
Written 27 January 2024
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I ❤️Europe
United Kingdom190 contributions
May 2022
Was recommended the ferry by a family member who had done the same trip because of the amazing views of old Quebec and the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. I was quite disappointed, I felt the views were nothing special and the weather was perfect, clear and sunny, the ferry to the Toronto islands was better.
The ferry departs every hour on the half an hour to Lévis and on the hour on the way back.
Once at Lévis I was told there is a park and places to eat and drink. The park was okay and there was only one cafe which was very expensive.
I felt quite bored and wanted to go back.
Adult return ticket was $7.40 which you can purchase at the ferry terminal.
The ferry departs every hour on the half an hour to Lévis and on the hour on the way back.
Once at Lévis I was told there is a park and places to eat and drink. The park was okay and there was only one cafe which was very expensive.
I felt quite bored and wanted to go back.
Adult return ticket was $7.40 which you can purchase at the ferry terminal.
Written 29 May 2022
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Curlgolf
Toronto, Canada69 contributions
Feb 2020
We took the ferry to Levis and back the morning of the ice canoe race during Carnaval. (By noon it's out of service because they moor it on the Quebec side and people pay to watch the race and drink.) Crunching through the ice flowing on the river, especially closer to the Levis side, makes you appreciate how difficult it must be to complete the crossing - and some teams do it several times! Beautiful view of Quebec in the snow coming back.
Written 21 March 2020
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rlmptl
Lloydminster, Canada1,269 contributions
Oct 2021
this is a must do. it was 3.75 each for one way...we loved seeing the city from the ferry to Levi and then we turned around and went back ..got a good pic of us with chateau in background ..it runs every half hour it seems with a 15 minute turn around to go back
Written 30 October 2021
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mgv_0012
Orlando, FL67 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
I loved this part of our trip! We just took it to get good pictures of the city from the other side, which was totally worth it. It's only like a 10 minute quiet ride. The ferry is super clean and it is such a fun thing to do with the little ones!
Written 16 August 2021
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Astrobeemer
Vancouver, Canada1,362 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
In the winter, the Quebec City ferry acts as an ice-breaker as well, clearing the way for other ships to go down the St Lawrence river and preventing the river from freezing solid. It is quite the experience to be outside and hear the ice crunch below you as the ferry makes its way across to Levis . The ride is is very quick but the views as spectacular during the day or night.
Written 19 December 2022
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Is there things to see or do in walking distance on the Levis side?
Written 17 February 2022
Yes, within walking distance there are restaurants and tourist attractions on the ferry terminal
Written 1 April 2023
How early do we need to go to the ferry terminal before the departure time? We are crossing with our vehicle?
Written 14 February 2022
You arrive and buy tickets at terminal next to Ferry. It leaves every 30 minutes and 1 hour on weekends
Written 14 February 2022
Hi. Do you need to book the ferry from Quebec to Levis? Coming in August.
Thx!
Written 26 February 2019
No booking needed. The ships are a fair size and cross frequently.
Written 26 February 2019
Kassandra D
Eugene, Oregon
Hi, we are late in the season for a visit with a 40' RV. I am having a difficult time finding a camping place that is somewhat close and still open into November. My husband cannot walk much can we drive to old town with our toad (long and tall van)?
Many thanks!
Written 10 October 2018
We have a 22' RV and just came back from a road trip to Montreal, Quebec City, Eastern Townships, La Malbaie, Tadoussac, and many other places in Quebec. But we took our car, not the RV, and are so glad we did. We couldn't imagine driving our RV in Montreal or Quebec City streets, more or less one that's nearly 2x longer. There are lots of lots of RVs throughout Canada, but we saw virtually none in the urban areas. If you still go, however, there are places in both Montreal and QC where you can park the RV on the outskirts of the city and then either take the Metro (Montreal) or Uber into town. Not sure about their availability in November, but they do exist.
Written 15 October 2018
jbmargulis
Waldport, Oregon
Can I park at the ferry in QC, walk around, and at the end of the day take the ferry, with my vehicle, to Levis?
Written 25 August 2018
Yes,there is parking on the other side in QC. It’s just more convenient to leave the car in Levis. The rate is a little higher with a vehicle round trip but if you are returning to Levis, it’s most convenient to leave your car. It’s a wonderful little crossing!
Written 25 August 2018
Is there parking in Levis near the ferry and what is the cost?
Written 19 August 2018
Hi, I really don't know where the parking is by the ferry. I do believe there is parking, but we walked from a hotel in town.
Written 26 August 2018
Depending on the time of day, sometimes every 20 minutes and other times every 30 minutes.
Suggest you Google them for all of the information. It is a great web site.
Hope this is helpful..
Written 28 May 2018
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