Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

4.7
(259 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

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.

What's Included

Local guide
Professional guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you outside, in front of the Tourism Office. Our guides wear period costume.

End point

At the end of the tour, find yourselves at the nirthplace of Quebec, Place Royale. This is your chance to explore further at your own pace!

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    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.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Place Royale is where Samuel de Champlain founded the City of Québec in 1608. With buildings that combine French and British influences and the oldest stone church in North America, the square has a charm all its own.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Quartier Petit Champlain

    The streets of the Petit-Champlain district and Place Royale are an invitation to travel back in time to the founding of Québec over 400 years ago. The sense of history in this square is palpable. Nearby street Petit-Champlain will make you feel like you’ve landed in a fairytale. Here are the top things to see and do in Petit-Champlain.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    This outdoor staircase, the oldest in Québec City, dates back to the beginning of the French colony. Many tourists take photographs at this location, as it affords a wonderful view of one of Canada's most picturesque streets: rue du Petit-Champlain.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

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
Supplied by Cicerone Tours

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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Cancellation Policy

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

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