In short
- Adults pay a daily Sépaq access fee; check sepaq.com for the current rate.
- Visitors aged 17 and under enter for free.
- Parking and the cable car require separate tickets.
In this article
Sépaq manages Montmorency Falls and charges an entry fee to maintain the park. The basic ticket gets you into the site and onto the walking paths, the 487-step staircase, and the suspension bridge.
Do I have to pay to get into Montmorency Falls?
Yes, all adult visitors must pay a daily access fee to enter the park.
Sépaq requires you to carry a valid entry pass at all times within the park boundaries. It is smart to use pre-purchased online tickets to skip summer queues.
How much are Montmorency Falls tickets and prices?
Adults pay a daily Sépaq access fee that is lower in the low season; check sepaq.com for current rates.
This fee grants access to the suspension bridge, the lower paths, and the cliffside wooden staircase. Visitors who are 17 and under enter for free.
| Ticket Type | Peak Season | Low Season |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | Daily fee | Lower |
| Youth (17 and under) | Free | Free |
Does the park ticket include the cable car?
No, the cable car requires a separate ticket.
A round-trip ride costs approximately CAD 15. The lower station sits at the base of the falls.
How much is parking at Montmorency Falls?
Parking costs CAD 15 to CAD 20 per vehicle.
This fee is in addition to your park entry ticket. You can choose the lower parking lot (P1) or the upper lot (P3) near Manoir Montmorency.
Are there cheaper ways to arrive?
You can take the RTC Bus 800 from downtown Quebec City for CAD 4.
This 35-to-45-minute ride drops you at the des Rapides or Brideau stops. It saves you the parking fee. You just pay the Sépaq park entry upon arrival.
Are there shuttle tours that include tickets?
Yes, half-day shuttle tours from central Old Quebec often include the admission fee.
These shuttles offer a straightforward round trip without driving. Shuttle bus prices start from CAD 26.70 depending on the platform, but rates change over time.
Questions travellers ask
Do you need to buy Montmorency Falls tickets in advance?
It is best to pre-purchase online tickets to skip queues during the peak May-to-October season.
Is Montmorency Falls free to visit?
It is only free for visitors aged 17 and under. Adults must pay the daily access fee.
What is included in the entry fee?
Your ticket covers park access, the 487-step panoramic staircase, and the pedestrian suspension bridge directly over the falls.
