Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Saguenay travel guide

Saguenay Tourism | Saguenay Guide

You're Going to Love Saguenay

With a population of 143,692, Saguenay is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Saguenay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Saguenay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pizza Rodi - Jonquière (3497 Saint-François Blvd) and Boefish - Chicoutimi (1303 Talbot Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Saguenay

Saguenay in April
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saguenay in April
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saguenay

Plane

When flying to Saguenay, you’ll arrive at Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 52m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 112 miles from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Québec City.

Plane

When flying to Saguenay, you’ll arrive at Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 52m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 112 miles from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near Saguenay

YBGSaguenay Bagotville

Airlines serving Saguenay

Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,091 reviews)

Where to stay in Saguenay

Average rates range from around $109 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $157 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saguenay

Most booked hotels in Saguenay

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OTL Gouverneur Saguenay
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1940 reviews)
$157+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Saguenay Conference Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 550 reviews)
$136+
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Hotel Le Montagnais
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1696 reviews)
$113+
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La Saguenéenne - Hôtel et Centre de Congrès
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1241 reviews)
$126+
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Hotel Chicoutimi
3 stars
Excellent (8, 898 reviews)
$135+
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Comfort Inn Chicoutimi
2 stars
Good (7.3, 832 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Saguenay

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saguenay.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Saguenay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saguenay, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saguenay.

Expect to pay $4.50 per gallon in Saguenay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.06 and $72.07. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saguenay, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

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