Sainte-Foy

Vue aérienne du boulevard Laurier à Sainte-Foy
Stéphane Audet

Strategically located near Québec City's two bridges and in the heart of the city, Sainte-Foy stands out as a dynamic urban hub where economic activity, student life, major institutions, corporate headquarters, and key transportation corridors converge.

Renowned for its vibrant commercial scene, Sainte-Foy is home to a high concentration of retail destinations and restaurants, while also offering several urban green spaces and family-friendly activities. The area is also known for its popular attractions, including Laurier Québec and Place Ste-Foy malls, the Aquarium du Québec and the Centre de glaces, home to the only indoor skating oval in Eastern Canada.

Laurier Québec - Cour Centrale
Stéphan Poulin

Among Sainte-Foy's key institutions is Université Laval, an internationally renowned university known for its cutting-edge research in a wide range of fields, as well as PEPS, its premier sports and recreation complex.

Université Laval Sainte-Foy
Stéphane Audet

A visit to Sainte-Foy wouldn’t be complete without a stop at one of its many shopping destinations or a meal at District Gourmet, where food lovers can explore a variety of flavours under one roof. It’s easy to embrace Sainte-Foy’s lively urban energy while exploring all that the district has to offer.


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