Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

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120 minutes (Approx.)
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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.

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Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things To Know

  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • 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

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Terrasse Dufferin

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.

Notre-Dame de Quebec Basilica-Cathedral (Pass-by Only)

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.

Place Royale

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.

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.

Breakneck Steps (L'Escalier Casse-Cou)

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.


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

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

End Points

  • 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!

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required


Reviews By Other Travelers

4.7
Based on 150 reviews

What do other 150 guests say about Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

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eatsleeptour
5
Dec 2023
The day we took our 2-hour historical Quebec walking tour it was 16° f. Our guide was excellent! He moved at a comfortable pace for everyone in our party and did a good job of giving us lots of information. He was easy to understand and spoke in loud enough voice that everyone could hear. Bec...
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PortlandAmie
5
Nov 2023
We were really glad we went on this tour. Our guide was in character the whole time, incredibly knowledgable, and quite entertaining. He was very open to questions and seemed to really enjoy whenever a tour participant showed interest or curiosity in any detail of old Québec. Attending this tour ...
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Vinnie105
5
Oct 2023
My wife and I spent 3 days in Quebec City and went on 3 tours with Cicerone; the Walking tour, the ferry tour and the tour of the Chateau Frontenac. All were very interesting with great guides. We really enjoyed all three and would recommend them.

Search Availability

SuMoTuWeThFrSa
All prices are shown in USD

Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things to know

Included
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • 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