Quebec City and Montmorency Falls tour: Small-group guided walk
Walk the oldest quarters of Quebec City, then stand in front of a waterfall taller than Niagara.
A small-group guided tour of Quebec City and Montmorency Falls combines the Upper and Lower Towns of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 45 minutes at Montmorency Falls Park, where you walk the suspension bridge and explore the landscape. Your bilingual guide meets you in front of the Horloge du Jura in Old Quebec and leads the group through Château Frontenac, the Plains of Abraham, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, and the original city fortifications before heading to the falls. Bottled water is included. The tour runs 2.5 hours total.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Quebec City and Montmorency Falls
- Meet guide at Horloge du Jura
- See Chateau Frontenac
- Pass by Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral
- Pass by Plains of Abraham
- Pass by original Quebec City fortifications
- Pass by Quebec Parliament fountain
- Visit Montmorency Falls Park
- Walk suspension bridge at Montmorency Falls
- Take photos at Montmorency Falls
- Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral passing by
- Plains of Abraham passing by
- Montmorency Falls Park Entry included 45m
What’s included
- Bottled water.
- live bilingual commentary in English and French.
- guided walk through Château Frontenac, the Plains of Abraham, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, and the original city fortifications.
- 45 minutes at Montmorency Falls Park with access to the suspension bridge.
Times
- Every day 10:00 13:00
Before you book
Operated by quebec bus tour
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The experience
How do you fit Quebec City's landmarks and a major waterfall into one morning without renting a car or piecing together multiple bookings? This tour handles both. You meet your guide in front of the Horloge du Jura in Old Quebec and move through the Upper and Lower Towns on foot, stopping at Château Frontenac, the Plains of Abraham where the Battle of the Plains took place, and Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral: the oldest church in Canada. The guide speaks English and French, so the commentary lands whether you're traveling solo or with someone who prefers another language.
After the city walk, the group heads to Montmorency Falls, which rises higher than Niagara Falls. You get 45 minutes to explore the park, walk the suspension bridge, and photograph the water from different angles. Bottled water comes with the tour, and the small-group format means you're not herded through stops on a schedule that doesn't fit. The whole thing takes 2.5 hours, which is tight enough to fit into a morning without eating the rest of your day.
Infants sit on an adult's lap. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour suits all fitness levels. Public transportation options are nearby if you need them, though the guide will tell you where to meet and how the day flows before you book.
Is this one for you?The bilingual guide delivers the history in English and French, so you don't lose the story if you're traveling with someone who speaks a different language. The small-group format and fixed 2.5-hour window mean you see the main sights of Quebec City and stand in front of Montmorency Falls without spending the whole day on logistics.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is Montmorency Falls and why is it worth the trip from Quebec City?
Montmorency Falls is a waterfall in the park of the same name, located outside Quebec City. It stands taller than Niagara Falls, and the tour gives you 45 minutes to walk the grounds, cross the suspension bridge, and explore the landscape at your own pace once you arrive.
What exactly do you see in the Upper and Lower Towns of Quebec City?
The tour takes you through Château Frontenac, the Plains of Abraham (the site of the famous battle), Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, and the original fortifications of Quebec City. You also see the fountain in front of the Quebec Parliament building.
How long is the whole tour, and does it include lunch?
The tour runs 2.5 hours total. Bottled water is included, but food is not. You'll want to eat before or after the tour ends.
Where do I meet the guide, and how does the tour start?
You meet your guide in front of the Horloge du Jura in Old Quebec, which is in the heart of the historic district. From there, the group walks through the Upper and Lower Towns before heading to Montmorency Falls.
Quebec City and Montmorency Falls tour: Small-group guided walk
2h 30m · EN · FR
from CA$ 56.25 per person
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