Private Tour
Old Québec & French Canada Private History Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
A must-do experience for North American visitors to Quebec City;
In-depth and fun historical overview of Old Québec, a unique historic district and World Heritage site featuring hundreds of history markers.
Most first-time visitors do not know to what a great extent Canada and US history are intertwined. Do you know the links between French Canada, Quebec and your part of the continent? There is no better place to discover these connections than in beautiful Quebec City.
Discover how early French settlers influenced by many continental events - Manifest Destiny, French & Indian War, Boston Tea Party, American Revolution, War of 1812 , American Civil War, Alaska Purchase, Canadian Confederation... - shaped Quebec and Canada.
During our 2.5-hour walking tour, discover sites in both Upper and Lower Town, highlighting the significant role played by Quebec City in the history of North America and in the creation of modern Canada.
Convenient meeting point: your Old Quebec hotel.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Musee du Fort
Museum about the military history of Canada and the great battles of Quebec City, from early French settlers to 1776.
Moment Spa Le Chateau Frontenac
Icon of modern Canada from coast to coast, 1893 Canadian Pacific Railway Hotel, now Fairmont.
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Old Québec & French Canada Private History Walking Tour
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Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I highly recommend this tour!
Noreen H,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is exceptional. Michel shared his passion for the history of this area. His knowledge was incredible and he tailored his tour to the interests of our group.
A wonderful walking tour of 500 years of history
712historyn,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful walking tour with Michel. He took us through 500 years of French, Quebec, Canadian and American history. He knew his stuff, and easily kept us engaged for the full 2.5 hour tour. He was able to tailor what we saw based on our initial request, and reactions to what we were seeing. An absolute gem of a host, and highly recommended for your first day or two in Quebec City.
Quality service
Q2765DVsophied,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Michel made us discover Quebec in a very pleasant way. It's a leg encyclopedia. He greatly exceeded the originally planned time because he was very enthusiastic and visibly happy to introduce his city. We recommend the visit to passing tourists having like us only the full day to discover the essentials. Michel also had a folder with elements photos and plans to make us understand the evolution of the city over time.
Quebec City at it's best!
Corby O,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was fantastic!! He took us all over Quebec City and explained the history, the architecture, and culture of the city. He took his time to help us understand the importance of the city and how it was involved shaping the history of Canada. Because of this tour we plan to return to Quebec City and spend more time exploring it in the future.
Great walking tour!
Andrew R,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome tour. Michel Perron showed us around the old town with lots of historical stories. He made it interesting for our 7 year old, our 13 year old, and both of us 47 year olds. Highly recommend a tour from Michel!
Fantastic
JPTR 13,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michel our guide was amazing. He came with illustrations, was good at explaining everything and weaved his personal family history into the tour. He was knowledgeable, friendly and experienced. If there were more than five stars we would give them.
We saw it all!
Lance W,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Michel, was awesome and well prepared with materials he carries around in his backpack. The man obviously loves to show folks his city and has endless stories to tell, and endless energy too! A very worthwhile and fun introduction to the city which was a great start to our visit in QC.
Michel was a fantastic...
Carol L,Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Michel was a fantastic tour guide, so knowledgeable and kind. He was flexible & accommodated all of our needs. Highly recommend this private guided walking tour.
Magnificently inspired
marshallmills,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an enthusiastic tour guide made this tour not only fun & exciting, it was a history lesson rich and riveting. Luis's enthusiastic presentation was deeply appreciated. Thank you for deepening my understanding of the rich heritage & history of Quebec City and Canada. Merci beaucoup
Great history and architecture tour of Quebec City.
shelleybF3YM,May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If I could give more stars to Michel I would. He was knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic. He was incredibly generous with his time. A true historian who clearly loves his native Quebec.
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