Things to do in Quebec City
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Quebec City Walking Tour: 2 hours through Old Town★ 4.82 (5,232) · 2h
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Old Quebec City Food Tour: 10+ Authentic Local Tastings★ 4.85 (1,883) · 3h
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Montmorency Falls & Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré from Quebec City★ 4.21 (3,068) · 5h 15m
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Old Quebec Walking Tour with Funicular: Lower & Upper Town★ 4.87 (1,752) · 2hCA$ 57View ›
Île d'Orléans food and wine tour from Quebec City★ 4.48 (1,124) · 3h 30mCA$ 88View ›
Old Quebec Walking Tour: Local Guide, Pay-What-You-Wish★ 4.93 (877) · 2hCA$ 6View ›
Quebec City and Montmorency Falls tour: Small-group guided walk★ 4.60 (713) · 2h 30mCA$ 56View ›
Quebec City: Private Walking Tour of Old Quebec & Petit Champlain★ 4.87 (606) · 2h 30mCA$ 350View ›
Quebec City: 5-Course Food & History Walking Tour Old Quebec★ 4.88 (537) · 3hCA$ 299View ›
Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: Ghost of a Criminal★ 4.50 (479) · 1h 30mCA$ 29View ›Top rated (10)
Old Quebec Walking Tour: 2 hours, certified local guideA 2-hour guided walking tour of Old Quebec's historic fortifications with a certified local guide, covering landmarks like the Parliament Building, Château Frontenac, and Place Royale while uncovering the city's colonial past and architecture. The tour ends in Lower Town, leaving you positioned to continue exploring on your own. A certified guide leads in English; infants and small children can ride in a stroller, though the walk requires moderate fitness and is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or during pregnancy.Is it for me?Walk through Quebec's colonial past with a local guide who brings the Parliament Building, Château Frontenac, and Place Royale to life with stories you won't find in guidebooks.
Quebec City: Old Town Walking Tour & Fortifications HistoryYou walk through UNESCO-listed Old Quebec with a knowledgeable local guide who connects the city's architecture and layout to climate, geography, and the world events that brought Europeans here. The tour covers the fortifications, upper and lower town, Place-Royale, and the Old Port, showing how sub-Arctic conditions shaped everything from roof angles to street patterns. You avoid arranging your own route through the narrow streets and get the historical and geographical context that makes the buildings mean something.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Old Quebec's layout and history through someone who knows why the streets run the way they do — the private format means your guide can slow down for questions and adapt to your pace, which matters when you're learning how climate and geography shaped an entire city.
Quebec City: Private Guided Tour with Montmorency FallsYou’ll step onto Old Quebec’s winding streets, taste country air on Orleans Island, feel spray from Montmorency Falls (if you choose), and hear stories only locals tell. With private car pickup and a guide who knows every corner, this tour wraps city life and quiet escapes together in one afternoon.
Private Walking Tour of Old Quebec with FunicularA private walking tour of Old Quebec City with a dedicated guide who tailors the route to your interests, pace and curiosity. The tour covers Lower Town, Upper Town, the Fortifications, Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral, Dufferin Terrace and the Port, and includes hotel pickup from the Old Quebec area and one funicular ticket per person. Because it's private, you control the stops, the depth of history, and how long you stand anywhere.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to control the pace and depth of history instead of following a group schedule — your guide adapts to whether you want photography time, deeper stories about a particular era, or local recommendations for where to eat. The private format means you're never waiting for stragglers or moving past something that caught your eye.
Goat Hiking Tour Quebec: Beaver Dam & Forest PicnicHike through Quebec forest with packing goats led by a professional woodsman and guide, stopping to see a beaver dam and tracking wildlife along the way. The goats carry supplies for a picnic lunch of cured meats, cheeses, fresh produce and baguette served in the woods. The tour runs 3.5 hours and suits all fitness levels; infants and small children can ride in a stroller, and the guide speaks English or French.Is it for me?Public transportation runs nearby, so you don't need a car to reach the start. If you're staying in Quebec without a vehicle, this tour picks you up from the forest access point and handles the logistics—the goats carry lunch, the guide handles the route, and you walk without the weight.
Quebec City: Private 4-Hour Tour with Montmorency FallsYou’ll wander Old Quebec’s cobblestone streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut, stand above roaring Montmorency Falls on a swaying bridge, taste something sweet from a street vendor, and hear stories most tourists miss. This private city tour includes hotel pickup and feels more like exploring with an old friend than ticking off sights.
Quebec City: Old Town Food & History Walking Tour with WineYou’ll wander Old Quebec’s cobbled streets with a local guide, tasting five gourmet courses paired with wine at top restaurants. Ride the funicular down to Petit Champlain, hear stories behind centuries-old landmarks, and share laughs over dessert as city lights flicker along the St Lawrence River.
Montmorency Falls E-Bike Tour: Cable Car & Suspension BridgeThis 4-hour e-bike tour from Quebec City follows the Saint Lawrence River to Montmorency Falls Park, where you board a cable car to the cliff top and walk a suspension bridge overlooking the roaring waterfall. The route passes Domaine de Maizerets, a preserved historic estate, and the Bay of Beauport; a local guide leads in English, Spanish or French, and the tour includes bike rental, the cable car, and a snack.Is it for me?The tour departs from Quebec City without hotel pickup, so it suits travelers staying downtown or near public transit who want to reach the falls without renting a car. The e-bike handles the hills and the distance, so you don't need to be a strong cyclist to cover the 26 kilometres comfortably.
Quebec City: Montmorency Falls Bike Tour & Cable CarYou ride 9 miles along the St. Lawrence River to reach a 272-foot waterfall, take a cable car to the top, and walk a suspension bridge overlooking the falls. The guide shares the area's history while you pedal; you get an hour to explore the park on your own. Cable car, bike, helmet, and park entry are all included, so you show up and ride.Is it for me?Right for cyclists and nature lovers who want to reach a major waterfall without arranging their own transport or paying separate entry fees—the bike path and included cable car make the 272-foot drop accessible in a single morning or afternoon.
Quebec City Shore Excursion: 2-Hour Walking TourA two-hour guided walking tour of Quebec City departing from the cruise terminal, covering the Upper Town, Old Quebec, the Citadel of Quebec, Place Royale and the Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site. The tour is downhill and leisure-paced, with a professional guide in English or French; check-in happens 10–15 minutes before departure at the tourist information center sales desk. The operator guarantees your return to the ship, and refunds the fare if your vessel is delayed and you cannot attend.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're docking in Quebec City with a few hours to spare and want to see the main landmarks without arranging transport or timing yourself—the guide handles the route, the pace and your return to the ship.
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Quebec City Walking Tour: 3 Hours Through Historic Old QuebecA 3-hour guided walking tour of Quebec City's UNESCO-listed Old Quebec, led by a local guide in English, Spanish or French. You'll walk the fortified citadel, see the St. Lawrence River from Dufferin Terrace, visit Place-Royale where the city began, and hear the stories of Samuel de Champlain, the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, and the families who shaped the city's architecture. Strollers welcome; suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Choose the language that matches your comfort—English, Spanish, or French—so the guide's stories about the city's founding, the families who built it, and the battles that changed its fate land with full meaning. The 3-hour pace keeps you moving through the old streets without rushing, and the guide handles all the navigation so you stay with the group instead of consulting a map.
Quebec City: Winter walking tour with local guideYou’ll follow a local guide through Old Quebec’s snowy lanes, hear stories of early winters at Royal Square, and see Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral up close. From Dufferin Terrace to Petit-Champlain’s glowing lights, you’ll feel both the chill and warmth of Quebec City in winter — moments you’ll remember long after your boots dry out.
Quebec City: Old Town Walking Tour with Costumed GuideYou’ll follow a costumed guide through Old Quebec’s winding streets, pausing at Place Royale where the city began and inside Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral to glimpse its Holy Door. Smell fresh bread in Petit Champlain district and hear stories you won’t find on plaques—this walking tour leaves you feeling part of Quebec City’s living history.
Quebec City: History Walking Tour & Local Food TastingsYou walk Quebec City's historic core with a licensed guide who knows the real stories behind the Hébert family, the founding of the parish, and the four major periods that shaped the city. Three food tastings and local beverages are included as you move through the Old Seminary, Notre-Dame Basilica, the Morrin Center, and end at Dufferin Terrace. Rain or shine, the tour takes around 2–3 hours and covers all taxes, fees, and tastings upfront.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to understand Quebec City's actual history—the Hébert family, the founding of the parish, how French and English communities shaped the city—without spending a full day in museums. The walking pace and local guide mean you're learning as you move, and the tastings are built into the route, so you're not stopping separately for food.
Wine Tasting on Île d'Orléans: Three Vineyards Near Quebec CityA 4-hour small-group wine tasting on Île d'Orléans near Quebec City takes you to three vineyards — Domaine Sainte-Famille, Vignoble du Mitan, and Isle de Bacchus — where a bilingual guide leads tastings and explains Quebec's winemaking traditions while you look out over the St. Lawrence River. Pre-selected tastings are included at each stop, with time to buy bottles if you want them.Is it for me?The 4-hour window works if you want to taste multiple vineyards in one afternoon without committing to a full day away from Quebec City — you're back in Old Quebec by early evening with time for dinner elsewhere.
Food Tour in Old Quebec: 3 Hours With Local GuideA three-hour food walking tour of Old Quebec led by a local guide in English, Spanish or French, with tastings at four stops including Place-Royale, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, the waterfront and the Port of Quebec. The tour is private (no other guests) or small group, fully customizable to dietary needs, and wheelchair accessible throughout.Is it for me?Book the private option if you want the route and timing shaped entirely around your group's pace and preferences; choose the small group departure if you'd rather share the experience and the cost with other food travelers.
Quebec City Electric Bike Tour: Citadel, Plains & RiverA 3-hour guided electric bike tour of Quebec City that covers the Citadel of Quebec, Plains of Abraham, Promenade Samuel-De Champlain and the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral on a route mixing cobblestone streets, parks and riverside paths. The certified guide speaks English or French and leads riders through the city's fortified walls, architecture and river views. Minimum age is 16; riders need good balance, bike experience and moderate fitness.Is it for me?The three-hour commitment means you'll cover the Citadel, the Plains of Abraham and the river in one ride, leaving the rest of your day free for the Old City's restaurants and galleries. If you have only a morning or afternoon in Quebec, this tour packs the major landmarks into a single outing without requiring a car or separate transit tickets.
Quebec City: Jacques-Cartier Snowshoeing & Winter LunchYou're picked up from your hotel, driven to Jacques-Cartier National Park, and spend three hours snowshoeing quiet forest trails with a guide who points out wildlife and natural history. Lunch and a hot drink are served in a heated tipi tent midway through. All equipment is included, and you're back at your hotel by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Quebec's winter forest without arranging your own transport, equipment, or timing — the fixed schedule and included gear mean you show up ready to walk, and the guide handles everything else.
Quebec City: Lower Town Bike Tour & Grand Marché StopYou’ll pedal through Quebec City’s Lower Town with a local guide, weaving past spiral staircases and historic squares before tasting fresh treats at Grand Marché. Expect river breezes, stories about French explorers, and real moments with local producers—plus plenty of time to soak up the city’s colors and sounds along the way.
Île d'Orléans tour from Quebec City: Private tastingsA half-day private tour from Quebec City to Île d'Orléans with an English or French-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup. You visit local producers of cider, wine and chocolate, taste their products, and see the St. Lawrence River and Montmorency Falls from the island's vineyards. Private transportation and bottled water are included; the tour runs four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste what Île d'Orléans actually produces without renting a car or joining a group schedule—the private vehicle and guide let you linger at each producer and skip the stops that don't interest you.
