2 Hour Walking Tour in Downtown Quebec City

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Parliament of Quebec

  An introduction of Canada and the Province of Quebec. You will see the building in which the laws are approved for the Province of Quebec being Quebec the only francophone province of Canada which is the cradle of the Canadian culture. I will explain the main characters that shaped Quebec's history. (Outside Tour only)

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  La Citadelle de Quebec

  I will explain the history and importance of the Citadelle in Quebec City which is the only city with City Walls north of Mexico. Why this location is so fundamental in Quebec City's history and I will share super interesting facts that occurred at this place. (Outside Tour only)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Pole Culturel du Monastere des Ursulines

  You will listen to the history of how Marie de L'Incarnation founded The Ursulines in the early 1,600s which was the first educational institute of the New France and also the impact this place had with the First Nations of Canada.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Rue Saint-Louis

  We'll stop at the intersection of Rue Saint Louis and Rue Haldimand which is a very historical intersection to explain the history of 2 of the oldest buildings of Quebec City which were built in the late 1600's including the architecture and difference between the French influence and the British one.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Governors' Garden

  We will stand at the place known as Governor's Garden where I will explain the Wolfe - Montcalm Monument which commemorates the Plains of Abraham Battle in 1759 and explain how that location used to be dedicated to the Governor of the New France back in the days.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  By far, the most iconic building of Quebec City and the supposed to be the most photographed hotel in the world. I will explain the history of this building which was built in 1893 and share some fun facts around this hotel. This hotel represents the image of Quebec City around the world. (Outside Tour only)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7
  Terrasse Dufferin

  Right next to the Chateau Frontenac, we will stop at the Dufferin Terrace to look at the majestic Saint Lawrence River which is vital in the commerce of the entire province of Quebec. Also, I will give some time for taking pictures as this location is one of the best spot for picture taking. I will explain as well the undergrounds of the Dufferin Terrace which has the ruins of the previous habitations of the New France royals. (Outside Tour only)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8
  Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral

  Probably the second most recognized location of Quebec City. I will explain about the history of this building built in the mid 1600's as a promise made by Samuel de Champlain, Founder of Quebec City in 1608. I will also talk about the Seminary of Quebec and City Hall which are in the same square.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9

  This mural which was painted in 2001 by a group of French and Quebec City artists on a 4,520 wall tells the story of Quebec City since its early days until today. A beautiful place to stop and learn about our history and very helpful before roaming around the city to better understand its culture.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Place Royale

  The place where everything started!!! I will explain how this location is where it all started when the first French explorers arrived to Canada and the importance that Louis XIV had in making this possible. Also, I will talk about Notre-Dame des Victoires which is right here at Place Royale.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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