Guided tours to discover Quebec

The Top Tour

Our star tour !

Vieux-Quebec, Parliament Hill and Place-Royale
Upper city and lower city
Duration : 3 hours
3 km easy path
Private tour : any time
Semi-private tour : only in summer, on Sunday, May 5th to September 1st, 2019, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For those who do not want to miss a thing and want to know everything about the Old Quebec, Parliament Hill and Place-Royale, The Top Tour is for you! Relive the history of Quebec from Place-Royale, jewel of the city. You will then discover the rich religious and military heritage of the only walled city in North America. You will walk its streets observing the architecture of its buildings and you will learn about the different periods of its development, its institutions and its parliamentary traditions.

Secrets of Quebec

The favorite circuit of Quebecers

Vieux-Quebec
Upper city
Duration : 2 hours
2.5 km easy path
Private tour : any time
Semi-private tour : in summer only, in French, on Sunday, May 5th to September 1st, 2019, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Get out of common grounds by joining our most surprising tour! During this tour you will have the opportunity to discover the lesser known aspects of Old Quebec. You will see the city differently by taking new streets and discovering new sites. The guide will take the opportunity to unveil the secrets of various monuments. You will be surprised to find that Old Quebec has a lot of secrets.

Classic Tour of Old Quebec and Parliament Hill

Vieux-Quebec and Parliament Hill
Upper city
Duration : 2 hours
2.5 km easy path
Private tour : any time
Semi-private tour : in summer only, on Sunday, May 5th to September 1st, 2019, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Let us tell you the story of Quebec! While going through the streets of the only walled city in North America, you will be told the main events that marked the development of Québécois society since its founding. The guide, passionate about his city will unfold its rich religious, military and architectural heritage. This tour leads to Parliament Hill, the perfect place to learn about the Parliament’s architecture, symbols and traditions.

Frescoes and Monuments

Old-Quebec, Place-Royale, Quartier Petit Champlain
Upper city and lower city
Duration: 2 hours
Easy path of 1,5 km
Private tour: any time

Artworks adorning our magnificent city, the frescoes and monuments are the interpreters of its rich history. Discover a dozen monuments with a guide who will be happy to describe it, to unveil the many symbols and secrets. And what about the magnificent frescoes of Place Royale that force admiration? Learn more about these living murals by discovering the characters of the Fresque des Québécois and the roles they have played in society. Furthermore discover the way of life of the inhabitants of Cap Blanc with  Fresque du Petit-Champlain. After this tour, you will not see the frescoes and monuments of Old Quebec in the same way!

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Quebec, World Heritage Jewel

To see the best in short time

Vieux-Quebec and Place-Royale
Upper city and lower city
Duration : 2 hours
2 km easy path
Private tour : any time

During this circuit you will see why Old Quebec was declared Unesco World Heritage site. The tour begins at the Place-Royale, considered the greatest jewel of Quebec, its heart and its soul. This strategic location was chosen by Samuel de Champlain in 1608 to establish the first French colony in America. Then you will go to the Upper City where you have a unique view of the majestic St. Lawrence River. Throughout the tour, the guide will tell you the rich history of Quebec. You can also enjoy the religious and architectural heritage of the only walled city in North America.

Discovering Old Port, Place-Royale and The Quartier Petit Champlain

Old Port, Place-Royale and The Quartier Petit Champlain
Lower city
Duration : 2 hours
2 km easy path
Private tour : any time

In 1608, Samuel de Champlain strategically selected the site of the first colony. Between Cap Diamants and the St. Lawrence River was then born Place-Royale, considered the greatest jewel of the city of Quebec. Cradle of the French civilization in North America, Place-Royale and the Old Port are packed with treasures and history. You will understand why this place is both the soul and the heart of Old Quebec. Finally, you will be charmed by The Quartier Petit Champlain whose street name was declared in 2014, the most beautiful pedestrian street in Canada.

History and Religious Heritage of Old Quebec

Vieux-Quebec and Place-Royale
Upper city and lower city
Duration : 2 hours
2 km easy path
Private tour : any time

This tour shows the classics of Old Quebec while emphasizing the rich heritage left to us by the religious communities and their contribution in health and education. Among others, you will visit Notre-Dame-de-Québec Cathedral and Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church. You will also have the opportunity to see the monastery of the Ursulines founded by Marie de l’Incarnation. The contribution of the Jesuits and Recollets will also be discussed. You will discover historical and architectural richness of our religious past.