Quebec City Walking Tour provided by Tours Voir Quebec
Quebec City Walking Tour
Quebec City Walking Tour
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Last updated: Jun. 30, 2021
A note from Quebec City Walking Tour
We will be operating in groups of 10 or less and we will follow government mandates. Our vendors will make sure you’re safe to enter and will be cleaning their facility and wiping down all surfaces before and after your visit.
What you can expect during your visit
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
What you can expect during your visit
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
About
Filled with narrow lanes and pedestrian-only streets, the historic center of Quebec City is best explored on foot. This guided walking tour ensures you won’t miss the details that make the city so fascinating. Take advantage of Quebec City’s layout by following a downhill route from beginning to end, as a guide shares stories from the fortified city that’s the beating heart of French Canada.
Know before you go
- Duration: 2h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English, French
Know before you go
- Duration: 2h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Available languages
English, French
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
Experiencing Quebec City with a guide means you’ll see and understand more
Visit pedestrian-only sites in the heart of the historic city
Follow a gentle, downhill-only route from Upper Town to Lower Town
Finish by the Old Quebec Funicular, which links Lower Town and Upper Town
What to expect
Make your way to a central location in Quebec City’s Upper Town, and then join your guide for a small-group tour of the historic center—a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Set out on foot to running commentary on the modern-day culture and long history of Quebec City, passing stone buildings with a distinctly European feel. You’ll see the Fortifications of Quebec, and learn the important role that the city walls once played.
Pass La Citadelle de Quebec (Quebec Citadel), an active military installation and the official residence of the Canadian monarch, then take in Notre Dame des Victoires—one of the oldest stone churches in Canada.
Cross Place Royale, often called the birthplace of French America, and wrap up the tour near the base of the Old Quebec Funicular, where you can hop a ride back up to the Upper Town without retracing your steps uphill.
Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 2994GRAND
Call +1 855 275 5071Important information
Inclusions
2-hour guided walking tour • Licensed and professional guide • Local taxes • Entry/Admission - Tours Voir Quebec
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop off • Gratuities
Duration
2h
Departure details
12 Rue Sainte-Anne, Québec, QC G1R 3X3, Canada
Tours start from the Upper Town district of Quebec City. If tourist information is closed please meet guide outside the Tourist Information Centre, in front of the building. If Tourist Information Centre is open please meet guide inside at Tours Voir Quebec sales desk.
Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec, 16 Rue du Petit Champlain, Québec, QC G1K 4H4, Canada
Inclusions
2-hour guided walking tour • Licensed and professional guide • Local taxes • Entry/Admission - Tours Voir Quebec
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop off • Gratuities
Departure details
12 Rue Sainte-Anne, Québec, QC G1R 3X3, Canada
Tours start from the Upper Town district of Quebec City. If tourist information is closed please meet guide outside the Tourist Information Centre, in front of the building. If Tourist Information Centre is open please meet guide inside at Tours Voir Quebec sales desk.
Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec, 16 Rue du Petit Champlain, Québec, QC G1K 4H4, Canada
Duration
2h
Return details
Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec, 16 Rue du Petit Champlain, Québec, QC G1K 4H4, Canada
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Maximum 10 people per tour
Between November and March, tours are arranged on a demand basis and require a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departure. If there are not sufficient passengers on the day of your tour and it does not operate, you will be entitled to a full refund.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
Itinerary
- You'll start at12 Rue Sainte-Anne12 Rue Sainte-Anne, Québec, QC G1R 3X3, CanadaTours start from the Upper Town district of Quebec City. If tourist information is closed please meet guide outside the Tourist Information Centre, in front of the building. If Tourist Information Centre is open please meet guide inside at Tours Voir Quebec sales desk.See address & details
- Pass byBasilique Cathedrale - Notre-Dame-de-QuebecOld PortPlace RoyaleFortifications of Quebec National Historic Site
- 1Tours Voir QuebecStop: 2 hours - Admission includedSee detailsPass byOld Quebec
- 2Pole Culturel du Monastere des UrsulinesStop: 10 minutesSee details
- 3Seminaire du QuebecStop: 5 minutesSee details
- 4Quartier Petit ChamplainStop: 5 minutesSee details
- 5La Fresque des QuebecoisStop: 5 minutesSee detailsPass byMoment Spa Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- 6Terrasse DufferinStop: 10 minutesSee details
- 7Monument Samuel De ChamplainStop: 5 minutesSee details
- 8Place de l'Hotel de VilleStop: 5 minutesSee details
- 9Cathedral of the Holy TrinityStop: 5 minutesSee details
- You'll end atFuniculaire du Vieux-Québec16 Rue du Petit Champlain, Québec, QC G1K 4H4, CanadaSee address & details
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Mark S
Mississauga, Canada1 contribution
Quebec city walking tour
She was an excellent guide. Funny and knowledgeable. The tour covered the history of the old city with details of the current uses and recent changes.
Written July 29, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
bel66
Maple, Canada10 contributions
Informative and detailed
Jul. 2021 • Friends
Loved the guide’s enthusiasm. Her deep knowledge of history, culture and detailed informative explanation during our 3-walking tour was much appreciated.
Written July 27, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
norale
Thornhill, Canada61 contributions
Amazing and super knowledgeable local guide
Jul. 2021
Our tour guide was very engaging and told us many stories about every place we passed by. It was entertaining and also educational to walk the streets of the city along with her.
Written July 27, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Carolijime
Vancouver, Canada96 contributions
Amazin tour
Jul. 2021
Amazin tour, the guide was super informative. He liked answering our questions. We saw the main point of the city.
Written July 21, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Martha K
Barrie, Canada12 contributions
A terrific experience!
Anne was so lovely to be with. She had that nice balance of enthusiasm, historical knowledge, and care/attention to our needs and interests. I left the tour feeling inspired to learn more, and my daughter felt comfortable and empowered by the questions she was able to answer. The pace was excellent. A terrific tour!
Written July 15, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
CdnTravellers2011
Hamilton, Canada76 contributions
Good tour, just wished it had a little bit more 'umph'!
Jul. 2021 • Couples
We enjoyed our tour with Francis. He was funny and engaging and you can tell he has a true passion for history; Canadian and Worldly.
As a fellow Canadian, but from Ontario, it was nice to learn more about the history of Quebec.
It would been enjoyable to learn a bit more about some of the distinctive buildings that were around us, a little more of the "hidden gems" so to speak, as the tour did feel a bit centred around Château Frontenac.
But all in all, a great tour and I'd definitely recommend it!
As a fellow Canadian, but from Ontario, it was nice to learn more about the history of Quebec.
It would been enjoyable to learn a bit more about some of the distinctive buildings that were around us, a little more of the "hidden gems" so to speak, as the tour did feel a bit centred around Château Frontenac.
But all in all, a great tour and I'd definitely recommend it!
Written July 11, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Michael H
Calgary, Canada10 contributions
Fantastic first day in Quebec City
Jul. 2021
A fantastic first day activity for our family in Quebec City. Our guide Dominique was extremely knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Old Quebec. She was also very personable and able to answer all of our questions. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Quebec City for the first time. It's a great way to learn the history of this great city and understand why things were built the way they were. My two young daughters also had a terrific time.
Written July 11, 2021
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2018traveltheworld
Chatham, Canada9 contributions
Old Quebec and so much more
Jul. 2021
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Our guide Jocelyne was so knowledgeable and full of information and interesting things about the city. Her pride in her home shines through with every corner we turned. I would highly recommend this tour. The afternoon just flew by. She also recommended a nice place for sangria as well as restaurants.
Written July 10, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Inayat S
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
Highly recommend!
Jul. 2021 • Couples
Highly recommend the walking tour. Great insight into the beautiful city, particularly if you’re visiting for the first time. Was able to visit hidden gems of the city as well as learn the history of Quebec.
Special mention for our guide Dominique. She made the whole experience so smooth, didn’t know where the 3 hours went. She even carried pictures of how the different places we visited looked like in the olden times. You could tell that’s she’s truly passionate about the city and what she does. All in all, great experience.
Special mention for our guide Dominique. She made the whole experience so smooth, didn’t know where the 3 hours went. She even carried pictures of how the different places we visited looked like in the olden times. You could tell that’s she’s truly passionate about the city and what she does. All in all, great experience.
Written July 5, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Domenic A
Montreal, Canada2 contributions
Great walking tour of Quebec city.
Jun. 2021
The booking was easy to make and we discovered a Quebec city that we had never seen before. Francis, our delightful tour guide, was very knowledgeable and entertaining and presented a history of Quebec in a very interesting and unbiased way.
Francis set a new standard for us on what to expect from a tour guide, and if we find that he does other tours, we would love to do those tours as well. For those who want a very interesting and entertaining presentation, we encourage you to take this tour, even if you have had previous Quebec city walking tours. You will love it, just like we did.
Francis set a new standard for us on what to expect from a tour guide, and if we find that he does other tours, we would love to do those tours as well. For those who want a very interesting and entertaining presentation, we encourage you to take this tour, even if you have had previous Quebec city walking tours. You will love it, just like we did.
Written June 25, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
We will be biking to the meeting point. Can we bring our bikes on the tour, or is there a place to safely store them?
2018traveltheworld
Chatham, Canada9 contributions
I’m sure you could find a bike rack close to the meeting point where you could lock them up. The walking tour itself is both the upper part of the old city as well as the lower so almost impossible to bring bikes on it. Everything is so close that it’s all walking distance. But maybe if you’re not staying right within the city walls riding a bike to the meeting point may be a good idea.
Frank Camacho
Cancun, Mexico4 contributions
En la mayoría del los Tours seleccionó 2 adultos, 1 mayor y 1 niño de 5 años y no hay disponibilidad, qué sucede
We have an emotional support dog, (small-7 pounds,-non barker & non aggressive) who will be carried at all times during the tour. Will she be permitted?
cgreene739
Highland Park, IL53 contributions
I would call ahead before booking.
annabanana245
Norridgewock, ME32 contributions
Is the tour stroller friendly?
Scott T
Manchester, NH12 contributions
Yes, there is a lot of walking up and done hills but the only stairs go down to the waterfront and there is an elevator if needed.
Pat D
Pipersville, PA152 contributions
we are arriving at the Port of Quebec in the morning. How easy is it to get to being of walking tour (walking time from ship to tour?)
chippernv
14 contributions
Agree, walkable, but you might consider the funicular. Inexpensive, easy, takes the sting out of the elevation gain.
MattNkc
Kansas City, MO6 contributions
I booked the 1:30p tour today but have not received email confirmation. My credit card does show the transaction. Is there a phone number I can call to confirm the reservation?
Molly218
Greater London, UK1 contribution
Not to worry. Just go 20 minutes earlier and talk to the person who deals with bookinsgs inside the Tourist information office.
Is this tour stroller and young kid friendly?
Larry D
Danville, CA6 contributions
I would say, yes. There was a father with a kid in a stroller. They periodically wandered off some, which bothered no one, including our guide, Raymond. Terrain wasn't too difficult to negotiate, overall.
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I booked a private tour to Montmorency Falls and I'le D'Orleans for a wine tour for my family of 6. It was the best…
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00Great tour
MAY 1st visit. Francis was a wonderful guide: attentive to our wants and needs, informative and fun. We were a toug…
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00Amazing and Informative Tour by Robert!
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00Best Experience with Jocelyn!
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00Informative and delicious
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00Wonderful and unique food experience
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00Richard = Amazing
This was the highlight of our entire trip. He was not a tour guide by the end we all felt we had made a dear friend…
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00Excellent tour and guide
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00Best of Quebec
One of the highlights of my trip to Quebec. Special thank you to Robert Simard for being an exceptional host and gu…
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00Great tour!
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00Fabulous insight
What a great way to spend a couple of hours to understand the city you are visiting. This was a very interesting to…
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00Wonderful
What a lovely experience! Robert was so funny and authentic in his love of history, Quebec and food. We had a won…
Frequently Asked Questions about Quebec City Walking Tour
- During this experience, places you will visit include:
- Terrasse Dufferin
- Basilique Cathedrale - Notre-Dame-de-Quebec
- Quartier Petit Champlain
- Old Port
- Place Royale
- Quebec City Walking Tour price starts from C$31.68. Discover and book Quebec City Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
- Quebec City Walking Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Quebec City Walking Tour on Tripadvisor
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