Historical walking tour in Old Quebec : From Pioneers To Citizens

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About this activity

The goal is to help travelers understand contemporary Québec society through the key events, institutions, and cultural influences that shaped it. From New France and the British Conquest to religion, politics, and the emergence of modern Québec, the tour connects the city’s past with the province as it exists today.

The route is designed to be comfortable and is mostly downhill, beginning in Upper Town and gradually making its way toward Lower Town. Along the way, travelers see most of Québec City’s best-known landmarks while discovering the stories that connect them.

The licensed guide welcomes questions, and encourages discussion. Expect thoughtful storytelling, historical context, and a deeper understanding of both Old Québec and the society that grew from it.

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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: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours Accolade

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Small-group walking tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Drinks, snacks (optional)

Itinerary

Parliament of Quebec

10 min

Our meeting location (outdoor), home to Québec’s National Assembly, the Parliament Building is the centre of the province’s political life. Its richly decorated façade also presents key figures from Québec’s history.
St. Louis Gate (Porte St. Louis)

5 min

Saint-Louis Gate is one of the historic entrances through Québec City’s fortifications. It highlights the city’s past as a fortified colonial capital and its unique status as the only walled city north of Mexico.
Morrin Centre

5 min

The Morrin Centre became one of Québec City’s first English-language colleges. Today, it preserves a remarkable Victorian library and reflects the city’s complex English-speaking heritage.
Edifice Price / Price Building

10 min

Completed in the early 1930s, the Price Building is one of Old Québec’s most distinctive landmarks. Its Art Deco architecture and unusual height make it a striking symbol of the city’s modernization. A relevant spot to talk about Canadian economy.
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

Passing by

Consecrated in 1804, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity was the first Anglican cathedral built outside the British Isles. It represents the growing British presence in Québec following the Conquest of 1759.
Hotel De Ville De Quebec

5 min

Located in the historic heart of the city, Québec City Hall has housed the municipal government since the late 19th century. Its imposing architecture reflects Québec City’s importance as both a historic capital and a modern urban centre.
Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral

5 min

Notre-Dame de Québec is the oldest Catholic parish north of Mexico and the spiritual heart of French Catholic Québec. Rebuilt several times after fires and wartime destruction, it remains closely connected to the city’s colonial history.
Seminaire du Quebec

5 min

Founded by Bishop François de Laval, the Québec Seminary played a central role in education and the training of Catholic clergy. Its historic courtyard recalls the influence of the Church in the development of New France.
Stop 9

5 min

Built as a luxury railway hotel in the late 19th century, the Château Frontenac has become the best-known symbol of Québec City. Its dramatic architecture dominates the skyline above the St. Lawrence River.
Terrasse Dufferin

10 min

Stretching along the cliff beside the Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace offers sweeping views of the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding landscape. Beneath the boardwalk lie archaeological remains connected to Québec’s earliest colonial governors.
Place Royale

10 min

Place Royale stands near the site where Samuel de Champlain established Québec in 1608. Once the centre of the colonial fur trade, it is considered one of the most important historic squares in French North America.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour starts in front of the Parliament Building (National Assembly), near the main entrance, beside the statue of an Indigenous fisherman located below the statue of an Indigenous family.

Several tours depart from this area, so please make sure you are joining Tours Accolade.

End point

We end in Old Port in the Lower Town.

Using your ticket

Wear comfortable walking shoes or good sneakers
Check weather forecast and dress appropriately
Operates in all weather conditions
Bring water
For any question, please send a text message rather than calling us. Thanks!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough travellers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
A minimum of 2 people per tour is required