There are multiple ways to explore Montmorency Falls, Quebec City: take the cable car to the top and walk back down, take the cable car up and down, walk the 480+ stairs up to the cliffside to the top of the waterfalls, or park at the top and walk around a little before returning to your car.

The best way to experience Montmorency Falls in Quebec is by taking the cable car (téléphérique) from the base to the top, which offers a stunning panoramic view of the falls and the St. Lawrence River. Once at the top, you should walk across the suspension bridge that hangs directly over the crest of the falls; the sensation of the water thundering beneath your feet is unparalleled. . For those who are physically active, the 300-step wooden staircase (the Panoramique) provides an up-close view of the rock face and the mist, though it can be quite taxing on the legs. If you are visiting in the winter, the falls create a massive "sugar loaf" (pain de sucre) of ice at the base, which is best viewed from the boardwalk at the bottom. For a truly unique perspective, there is a double zipline that crosses the front of the falls, providing an adrenaline-filled view. Regardless of your choice, arriving early in the morning is recommended to avoid the heavy tour bus crowds and to see the light hitting the 83-meter-high cascade at its most dramatic angle.