Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Travel back four centuries in time to the colony of New France as you tour Old Quebec City with your “cicerone,” or guide dressed in period costume. Experience a unique 2-hour walking adventure through the heart of this UNESCO world heritage site.
IMPORTANT: Please note that this tour takes place rain or shine, every day of the year.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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‘s Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Terrasse Dufferin
The Dufferin Terrace, a long wooden sidewalk located next to the Château Frontenac, affords a stunning view of the St. Lawrence River and surrounding area. It is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year.
Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral
tanding on the same location since 1647 and designated a Canada National Historic Site given its architectural value, the Cathedral bears witness to the history of a whole population. Here rest four governors of New France, the bishops of the diocese of Québec and a funerary chapel dedicated to François de Laval. Visitors will see various works of art and pieces of archives with the splendid interior decoration as a background.You could also see de Holy Door.
Options
13h00 - Départ en français
Départ devant le Bureau d'Information Touristique12, rue Sainte-Anne,G1R 3X2 Français seulement
14h00 - Departure in English
10:00am - English Departure
10:00am - English Departure
Depart in front of the Tourist Information Centre (Centrally located in Old Quebec)12, Ste-Anne St. G1R 3X2 English Only
Reviews
259 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour and...
Rise S,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour and interesting guide. Long walk from the upper terrace down to waterfront. Make sure you can handle the downhill.
The guide was super...
Patricia B,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guide was super personable as well as knowledgeable and funny. We covered parts of the city that we had not seen on our own.
Our tour guide was Mark....
Jane C,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Mark. He was very knowledgeable and very entertaining! We really enjoyed the tour!
Fabulous
Julie A,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very fun and informative tour. We toured outside of the buildings only which was perfectly fine so that we could each determine our own personal level of interest for a deep dive. Annabelle was terrific!!
I loved the ride with...
Chloe C,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00I loved the ride with Manon! She's passionate. It's great. She takes you on a historic journey with her and shares her love for the city with you, with good times and bad. I highly recommend!
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