Quebec City Walking Tour

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About this activity

Experience the period charm of Old Quebec on a two-hour guided walking tour of this historic city's many highlights. This leisurely paced, history-focused, downhill walking tour is ideal for all visitors to Quebec City; families, individual travelers and small groups.

Please take note the meeting point is inside the tourist information center at our sales desk. Check-in is required 10-15 minutes prior departure of the tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Tours Voir Quebec

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 2-hour guided walking tour
Included: Licensed and professional guide
Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Tours Voir Quebec

3 min Admission included

The Grand Tour departs from Tours Voir Québec’s sales desk located inside the Quebec Tourist Information Centre (12, rue Ste-Anne) across the park from highly visible Chateau Frontenac.
Monument Samuel De Champlain

5 min

The tour starts near the towering monument dedicated to the founder of Quebec City.
Terrasse Dufferin

10 min

You will walk along this majestic broadwalk in the shadow of the iconic Chateau Frontenac. You will find out about what can be seen from this vantage point, including the iconic Chateau Frontenac.
Pole Culturel du Monastere des Ursulines

10 min

The Ursuline Sisters have been in Quebec City since 1639. We will pass by the monastery and if open, will visit their beautiful chapel.
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

5 min

A walking tour of old Quebec is not complete without a visit in the courtyard of the first anglican cathedral to be built outside of the British Isles.
Hotel De Ville De Quebec

5 min

We present all the major landmarks around this important city square.
Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral

Passing by

You'll discover Quebec City's history from 1608 to present on this enjoyable walking tour. While listening to the entertaining and informative commentary provided by your guide, you'll gain a sense of the day-to-day lives of the people who have lived in this lovely fortress city over the centuries. You will visit sites such as the Basilica Notre-Dame.
Seminaire du Quebec

5 min

The tour will enter the impressive courtyard of the Seminary, which is gives the impression of walking back in time to the 18e century.
Old Port

Passing by

See the sights of Old Town
Place Royale

5 min

You'll pass through Quebec City's most famous center
Quartier Petit Champlain

5 min

The walking tour ends on Petit-Champlain Street, one of the nicest Street in North America according to many travel magazines.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check-in inside at the walking tour counter (look for Tours Voir Québec) , on the main floor of the tourist information center 10 to 15 minutes prior tour departure.

End point

The tour ends in historic Lower Town, near the shops of Quartier Petit Champlain. Take time to explore! The funicular offers an easy way back to Upper Town without the stairs, and a taxi stand and ferry terminal are nearby.

Using your ticket

12, rue Sainte-Anne, Québec, G1R 3X2.

Please check-in 10 to 15 minutes prior tour departure at Tours Voir Quebec sales desk, inside the Tourist Information Centre.

Between November and March, tours 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.