Montmorency Falls Entry with Cable Car Ride Quebec City
Overview
This ticket gives you regular entry to Montmorency Falls Park near Quebec City and a round-trip ride on the cable car to the top of the falls. You also get parking at the cable car terminal, so you can arrive by car and spend the day at your own pace. Walk across the suspension bridge, look down the 83-metre drop and enjoy the views of the river and Île d'Orléans. It suits couples, families and photographers, and it works as a quick stop or a relaxed half day.
Highlights
- Regular entry to Montmorency Falls Park
- Round-trip cable car ride to the top of the falls
- Parking at the cable car terminal included
- The falls are about 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls
- Suspension bridge across the top of the falls
- Valid for one day, so you choose your own pace
- Wheelchair-accessible cable car and viewpoints
Full Description
Montmorency Falls
Montmorency Falls drops about 83 metres into the St. Lawrence River, roughly 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls, though narrower. Samuel de Champlain named the falls in 1613 after the viceroy of New France, Charles de Montmorency, and they have been a symbol of the Quebec City region ever since.
Visitors who search for Montmorency Falls tickets or a Montmorency Falls entry ticket usually want the whole experience: the base of the falls, the viewpoints and the top. This ticket gives you regular entry to the park, so you can walk between them at will. In winter, spray freezes into a huge ice cone at the base, giving a completely different landscape.
The Cable Car Ride
The cable car climbs from the base of the falls to the cliff top in a short, panoramic ride, with windows that give you a close look at the water as it falls. Your round-trip ticket covers both directions, so you can ride up, explore the top and come back down at your own pace.
The cable car is the easiest way to reach the top, especially for families with young children and travellers who prefer not to climb the staircase. Operating hours and days change by season and weather, so check the time you plan to arrive in the booking panel, and expect a short queue at busy midday times.
The Top of the Falls and the Suspension Bridge
At the top, a suspension bridge crosses the crest of the falls, and you can feel the power of the water below your feet. There are viewpoints over the St. Lawrence River and across to Île d'Orléans, and a manor house on the cliff sits beside the paths.
A panoramic staircase runs alongside the falls if you want to walk down and see them from different heights. Plan about two hours if you want to do the bridge, the viewpoints and the paths at a relaxed pace, and bring a light jacket, since the spray makes it cooler and damp.
Planning Your Visit
The park lies about fifteen minutes by road from Old Quebec, so many people combine it with a morning in the walled city. If you are wondering how to get to Montmorency Falls from Quebec City, the easiest way is by car or taxi, and parking at the cable car terminal is included in this ticket.
The best time to visit Montmorency Falls is early morning for fewer people, or autumn for colourful foliage. Winter has ice formations, and summer has the strongest flow of water, so every season has its own attraction.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the cable car terminalPark at the terminal, which is included, and show your voucher.
- Ride the cable car upA short, panoramic ride from the base to the top of the falls.
- Suspension bridge and viewpointsWalk across the crest and enjoy views of the river and Île d'Orléans.
- Explore the parkTake the paths or the staircase alongside the falls at your own pace.
- Ride the cable car downReturn to the base using your round-trip ticket on the same day.
What's included
- Regular entry to Montmorency Falls Park
- Round-trip cable car ticket
- Parking at the cable car terminal
- Local taxes
Not included
- Transport to and from the park
- Food and beverages
Not suitable for
- Guests looking for transport to and from the park, which is not included
- Anyone who wants a guided visit, since this is an entry ticket
- Travellers who cannot visit within the one-day validity
Meeting point
You meet at the cable car terminal of Montmorency Falls Park, which is confirmed in your booking voucher. The park opens in the morning and closes in the late afternoon, and the exact hours change by season. There is no fixed departure, so you can arrive within the opening hours.
Important information
- The ticket is valid for one day and includes regular park entry and a round-trip cable car ride
- Parking at the cable car terminal is included
- Transport to and from the park is not included
- Food and beverages are not included
- Bring a light jacket and comfortable shoes, as the spray makes the top cool and damp
- Cable car and park hours change by season and weather
- The cable car and viewpoints are wheelchair-accessible
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Montmorency Falls ticket cost?
The price depends on the passenger type and date, and the booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and for children.
Is transport included?
No, this is an entry ticket with parking at the cable car terminal. Transport to and from the park is not included.
How long should I spend there?
About two hours is comfortable for the cable car, the bridge and the viewpoints, and you can stay longer because the ticket is valid all day.
Is Montmorency Falls suitable for children?
Yes, the booking panel shows the age groups for child prices. Children enjoy the cable car and the bridge, and should stay close to adults near the edges.
What should I wear?
A light jacket and comfortable shoes, because the spray makes the top cool and the paths damp.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, depending on availability. Choose your date in the booking panel.
Is the cable car included?
Yes, the round-trip cable car ticket is included, along with regular park entry.
How do I get to Montmorency Falls from Quebec City?
It is about fifteen minutes by car or taxi from Old Quebec. Parking at the cable car terminal is included.
Is the falls higher than Niagara?
Yes, by about 30 metres, though Niagara is much wider.
Is Montmorency Falls worth visiting in winter?
Yes, the ice cone at the base and the frozen cliffs are spectacular, though hours change and the cable car may run on a reduced schedule.
