Things to do in Quebec City
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Quebec City Walking Tour: 2 hours through Old TownA two-hour guided walking tour of Quebec City's historic Old Town covers Dufferin Terrace, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, Quebec Royal Square, the Old Port and Petit Champlain District, ending on one of North America's most photographed streets. The tour is downhill, leisurely paced and available in English or French. Check in 10–15 minutes before departure at the tourist information center on rue Ste-Anne.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the main sites of Old Quebec explained by someone who knows the history, without having to research the route or navigate on your own — the downhill path and steady pace mean you'll cover the whole Old Town in a morning without exhaustion.
Montmorency Falls & Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré from Quebec CityA half-day guided tour from Quebec City to Montmorency Falls—higher than Niagara—and the Shrine of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, with stops on Île d'Orléans and at the Albert Gilles Copper Art Museum. Morning or afternoon departures; professional guide in English or French included; local taxes covered.Is it for me?See Montmorency Falls and Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré in a half-day without navigating yourself—your guide handles the route while you focus on the two landmarks that define this region.
Old Quebec City Food Tour: 10+ Authentic Local TastingsThis three-hour food tour through Old Quebec takes you on foot through the historic neighborhood's cobblestone streets to five local restaurants and food stops, with 10+ tastings of Québécois classics — from Lion's Mane mushrooms and duck carpaccio to pea soup, pâté chinois, handmade gnocchi, maple taffy, croissants and poutine. Groups stay small. A live guide in English shares the stories behind the dishes and the 400-year-old architecture around them. On Sundays and Mondays, the gnocchi stop swaps for oat risotto with rock shrimp.Is it for me?If you're arriving in Quebec City without a car or staying elsewhere in the city, this tour starts and stays within Old Quebec's walls, so you walk from stop to stop without needing transport between tastings. The three-hour window fits a free afternoon, and the small group size means you're not herded through the neighborhood — you move at the pace of the food and the stories behind it.
Old Quebec Walking Tour with Funicular: Lower & Upper TownThis two-hour guided walking tour of Old Quebec starts at the Old Port and covers both Lower Town and Upper Town, with a funicular ride included to cross between them. You'll visit Place Royale, the Fortifications, Quartier Petit Champlain, Château Frontenac, Terrasse Dufferin and Notre-Dame de Québec Cathedral-Basilica with a licensed local guide who speaks English, Spanish or French. The tour ends near Québec City Hall.Is it for me?Choose the time that fits your schedule—early morning, late start, or midday—since the two-hour length means you can pair it with other activities or meals without losing the whole day. The funicular ride is the pivot point that makes both neighborhoods accessible in a single tour, so you see the full picture of Old Quebec without backtracking or arranging separate transport.
Île d'Orléans food and wine tour from Quebec CityThe Island of Orleans Taste and Drink Tour is a small-group food and wine tasting experience on Île d'Orléans, 15 minutes from Quebec City, led by a bilingual guide who takes you to a vineyard, cider house, nougat maker and organic blackcurrant farm. The tour runs 3.5 hours and includes all tastings, an air-conditioned vehicle and a local guide; children are welcome from age 6.Is it for me?The tour leaves from Quebec City and includes pickup and transport, so you don't need a car to reach Île d'Orléans or navigate between the producers—a real advantage if you're staying in the city or renting nothing but a hotel room.
Old Quebec Walking Tour: Local Guide, Pay-What-You-WishA 2-hour guided walking tour of Old Quebec led by a certified local guide in English, covering the Royal Square, Dufferin Terrace, and secret paths most tours skip. You pay what you think the tour is worth at the end; the booking fee goes toward the website and service. Groups stay between 6 and 24 people and the tour runs rain or shine except in severe weather.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through Old Quebec at a human pace with someone who actually knows the place, rather than following a large group through a scripted route. The guide's nine years here and the smaller group size mean you'll hear stories and see corners that standard tours skip.
Quebec City and Montmorency Falls tour: Small-group guided walkA 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.Is it for me?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.
Quebec City: Private Walking Tour of Old Quebec & Petit ChamplainYou’ll walk through centuries-old streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story — from Upper Town’s grand facades to Petit Champlain’s cozy alleys. Expect laughter over pastries, glimpses into hidden courtyards, and plenty of time to soak up Quebec City’s living history on this private walking tour.
Quebec City: 5-Course Food & History Walking Tour Old QuebecYou get five courses across Quebec City's top-rated restaurants, a licensed guide who knows the city's untold stories, entry to the funicular with views of the St. Lawrence and Château Frontenac, and a walking route through Old Quebec's key landmarks—Place-Royale, the basilica, and Dufferin Terrace. No reservations to make, no table waits, just show up and eat your way through the evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat at Quebec City's best restaurants without making five separate reservations or hunting for availability—the guide handles the logistics and the route, so you just show up hungry and walk through the city's history while you eat.
Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: Ghost of a CriminalThis is a 90-minute guided walking tour through Old Quebec led by a live performer playing the ghost of Jean Rattier, a famous criminal from New France. You visit the Common Prison and Place-Royale, hearing stories of execution and crime as the sun sets. The tour runs in English or French, and a minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a theatrical, character-driven experience rather than a traditional historical walking tour—the performer and the nighttime setting are what set it apart from daytime sightseeing. The 90-minute length and moderate fitness requirement mean it suits walkers comfortable on cobblestones and hills, but not those with cardiovascular concerns or mobility limitations.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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: Montmorency Falls & Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré Private Day TripYou’ll stand close enough to Montmorency Falls to feel its spray on your skin, walk across its suspension bridge if you dare, then find calm wandering Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré Basilica’s hushed aisles. With private transport and a friendly local guide handling every detail (even ice cream stops), this half-day trip lets you soak up both thunder and tranquility east of Quebec City.
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.
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 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.
