35 Best Places to Shop in Quebec City, Quebec

Artisans Canada

Upper Town Fodor's choice

The Racine family has been operating a family boutique on this site since 1946; formerly of handmade furniture, now of objects by more than 200 nearby artisans. The current owners, Sara and Thomas, handpick their collaborators with great care and sell clothing, jewelry, leather goods, skin care products, and home décor in a historic building in Old Québec. The right address for quality souvenirs.

Galerie Art Inuit Brousseau

Upper Town Fodor's choice

Inuit art is the specialty of this large, well-known gallery. The gallery director, Jean-Francois Brousseau, selects works by artists represented by the North Canadian Inuit cooperatives, and the gallery receives much praise for improving life in the Canadian Arctic.

Jupon pressé

Montcalm Fodor's choice

Lovers of fashion with a penchant for retro, the two friendly owners of this boho-chic boutique, Sylvie and Josiane, curate each season a selection of women's outfits from more than 60 trendy brands. You can also find all kinds of accessories, jewelry, bags, and even vegan body products.

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Lowell

Lower Town Fodor's choice

The official Québec City outpost for a Montréal-based company (where the goods are designed and made), this boutique offers distinctive, durable, and well-designed leather goods, sleek computer bags, and colorful messenger bags with an old-school vibe.

Maison J.A. Moisan

St-Jean-Baptiste Fodor's choice
Maison J.A. Moisan
Maurilbert [CC-BY-SA-3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

Founded in 1871 by Jean-Alfred Moisan, this place claims the title of the oldest continuously operating grocery store in North America. The original display cases, woodwork, and tin ceilings preserve the old-time feel. The store sells hard-to-find products from various regions of Québec, including cheeses, charcuterie, and some outstanding local ales. The original owner's upstairs home has now been turned into a classic B&B with all the trimmings.

Aliksir

St-Roch
This small boutique is packed with essential oils and natural beauty products of all kinds, from skin care to dental care products, mostly organic and largely produced just outside of Québec City.

Antiquités Bolduc

Lower Town

The largest antiques store on rue St-Paul sells furniture, household items, old paintings, and knickknacks from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Aux petits délices

Montcalm

In the market at Les Halles du Petit Quartier, Aux Petits Délices has a large selection of specialty cheeses, along with crackers, charcuterie, and condiments for a picnic on the Plains.

1191 avenue Cartier, Québec City, Québec, G1R 2S9, Canada
418-522–5154

Benjo

St-Roch

Whimsy runs wild at Benjo. This store features games and toys, kids' clothes, a large café with thrones for little princes and princesses, an ample bookstore filled with French storybooks (and some English), and even an electric train you can ride around the store.

550 boul. Charest Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3J3, Canada
418-640–0001

Boutique des métiers d'art du Québec

Lower Town

This boutique, run by the Conseil des métiers d'art, a coordinating body that oversees all kinds of arts and crafts disciplines and organizes annual fairs, features the best from Québec in glass art, porcelain, jewelry, woodworking, and much more, most with a stylish, contemporary feel.

Ça va de soi

Upper Town

"Montreal-based knitwear"; the raison d'être alone evokes a feeling of respect for the material and the kind of luxury that's usually reserved for products crafted with great care. Founded in 1991 by Odile and Antoine Nasri with the desire to democratize access to slow fashion and responsibly produced clothing, Ça va de soi is a ready-to-wear boutique focused on natural fibers. Sweaters, scarves, socks, all the essentials of snow fashion are there.

1154 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1S4, Canada
418-692–0077
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Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun.

Camellia Sinensis Maison de Thé

St-Roch

This modern and elegant space stocks 150 different teas from China, Japan, Africa, and beyond, most of them imported by the owners themselves. You can sign up for a number of tea-tasting sessions and workshops, or just sip some tea on premises.

Charlevoix Pure Laine

Lower Town

Discover the beautiful Charlevoix sheep wool at this lovely boutique. Passionate craftswomen (and craftsmen, too!) work tirelessly to upcycle and recycle this regional wool, transforming it into stockings, toques, throws, and soles.

Épicerie Européenne

St-Jean-Baptiste

Stop by the Épicerie Européenne in the St-Jean-Baptiste quarter, and let the knowledgeable consultants help you choose from their excellent selection of cheeses.

560 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1P6, Canada
418-529–4847

Épicerie J.A. Moisan

St-Jean-Baptiste

This is the oldest continuously operating grocery store in Québec City, stocked with a great selection of charcuterie, cheese, fruit and vegetables, local beers, specialty sodas, spices, and much more.

699 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1P7, Canada
418-522–0685

Fromagerie des Grondines

St-Roch

La Fromagerie des Grondines is an entirely organic cheese factory in Portneuf County, not far from Quebec City, specializing in the artisanal production of organic raw milk cheeses from cows, goats, and sheep. It recently opened a tasting counter in the heart of the St-Roch district, where it sells its own cheeses as well as products from other Quebec artisans. Their 12-month Le Clos-des-Roches is an absolute delight.

Galerie Michel Guimont

Lower Town
Located in the Old Port area, this is probably the most sought-after gallery for contemporary art in Québec City, with solid exhibits of paintings, drawings, and prints from emerging and well-established artists.

Galeries de la Capitale

Outside the Old City

Thirty-five restaurants, some 280 shops, an IMAX theater, and an adjacent indoor amusement park make this recently and extensively renovated mall ideal for a whole day of family retail therapy.

Gérard Bourguet Antiquaire

Lower Town

You're not likely to find any bargains here, but this shop has a very good selection of authentic 18th- and 19th-century Québec pine furniture.

Ivy

Montcalm

The mother-daughter duo at the helm of this charming boutique selects the trendiest clothing pieces from both local and international brands, in addition to second-hand accessories, jewelry from local artisans, delicate undergarments, leather bags, and even candles.

L'Héritage Antiquité

Lower Town

This is probably the best place in the antiques district to find good Québécois furniture, clocks, oil lamps, porcelain, and ceramics. It's a very welcoming store as well.

La Baie

Ste-Foy

Part of the historic Hudson's Bay Company chain, La Baie carries clothing for the entire family, as well as household wares and cosmetics.

La Boîte à Pain

St-Roch

Baker Patrick Nisot offers a selection of baguettes, multigrain breads (pumpernickel, rye), special flavors (olive, tomato and pesto, Sicilian), and dessert breads. Even something as common as a date square has a special and delicious twist to it. Sandwiches and salads are also available for lunch. No credit cards are accepted. Two more locations are available in Sainte-Foy and in the quaint Limoilou neighborhood.

289 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3B1, Canada
418-647–3666

La Maison Simons

Upper Town

This growing Canadian chain store started here in Québec City in the 19th century, and is still owned by its founding family. The store carries affordable women and menswear, designer brands, linens, and other household items.

La société des cafés

In a light-filled location on a street known for its gourmet side, the one-of-a-kind boutique in Quebec City spills the beans on more than 50 Canadian roasters, each with its own set of particularities and colorful packaging. They also aim to educate consumers on roasting methods, sourcing beans and crafting the perfect espresso. Their mission is noble, yet simple: "coffee, simply made" by democratizing specialty coffee and its various iterations, as well as by helping local roasters to share their know-how and passion. Also on sale are a wide variety of coffee accessories such as grinders, filters, and beautiful reusable cups, as well as gift boxes for the most pleasant of travel souvenirs.

Lacerte Art Contemporain

Lower Town

Head to this well-established gallery in an old car-repair garage for contemporary art and sculpture.

39 côte de la Canoterie, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3X5, Canada
418-692–1566
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Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun.

Latulippe

Outside the Old City

Latulippe is an outdoor equipment and clothing store, a true institution in Quebec City operated by the same family since 1940. Visitors will find quality winter coats, boots, and various accessories from the most trusted brands (including a few local ones), just in case they've seriously under-packed and came underprepared for the harsh, sometimes unpredictable Québec climate. The store is slightly outside the core downtown area; hailing a cab is the best way to get there and back.

Laurier Québec

Ste-Foy

There are more than 300 stores in Québec City's busiest mall, with everything from fashion and electronics to children's toys and books. Easily accessible by bus or (from some downtown hotels) shuttle, it's next door to Place de la Cité and Place Sainte-Foy. Together, the three malls form the largest stretch of shopping in the city.

Le Grand Marché

Outside the Old City

Québec City's answer to Paris's Le Bon Marché, this shop is a must for gourmet-loving travelers. Expect tons of artisan-made goods, such as upscale jams, honeys, ciders, cheeses, chocolate, beers, and maple—all locally made. It's a bit further out in the suburbs of Québec City, but there is easy and regular bus service on route 801.

Le Packwood

Lower Town

Charming little café-boutique home to the products of more than 50 artisans from across Québec. Everything here is preciously handpicked by the owner for its originality. Candles, jams, toys, jewelry, stationery, soaps, everything is there! The store also serves as a café: enjoy homemade sandwiches or salads at a good price and excellent specialty coffees.

152 rue St-Paul, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3W1, Canada
418-694–3066
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.