Private Tour: Quebec City Walking Tour
Description
One of the best ways to experience all of the charming sites of Quebec City is by foot. On this 2.5-hour private walking tour, visit Place d’Hôtel de Ville, City Hall, Place Royale, the famous Chateau Frontenac hotel and more. You can customize the tour to your interests, and your knowledgable local guide will provide interesting and informative commentary on all the sights you see.
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Itinerary
Quebec City is a great place to explore by foot, and on this private 3-hour walking tour, you can customize the itinerary to your interests. Departing from Upper Town, follow your private guide -- a friendly, knowledgeable local -- down hidden alleyways full of history, along main routes, and to must-see spots around the city. You are free to tell your guide where you'd like to go or you can let your guide lead the way.
As you walk, you'll learn about Quebec City's rich culture and history, from 1608 to today, while enjoying entertaining and informative commentary. Feel the cobblestone streets under your feet as you explore Old Quebec
You will see the majestic St Lawrence River at your feet and learn about the river and it's history. The iconic Chateau Frontenac's history will be revealed too
Pass through Place d’Hôtel de Ville with the impressive City Hall right in front of it.
If possible, we will enter into this beautiful Cathedral, that has been the center of Quebec's religious life for nearly 400 years
Walk back in time and see Quebec City as it was built at the beginning of the French colony.
See the quaint church Notre-Dame-des-Victoires.
See the Break-neck stairs and the prettiest street in North America Petit-Champlain street !
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Reviews(600)
Walking tour that takes you to all the major sites. What was good is that we primarily went downhill most of the trip and took funicular back up. Guide was exceptional with knowledge of sites and food recommendations
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed discovering the major sites of Old Québec and that the mostly downhill route made for a pleasant walk. It’s also great to hear your guide’s knowledge and restaurant tips added to the experience. 😊
We had an excellent private walking tour! Our guide was very personable and tailored the tour to our interests. We would highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for your recommendation! 🚶♀️ We're delighted to hear that your private tour felt personalized and tailored to your interests. That's one of the great advantages of a private experience... À la prochaine! 😊⭐️
We had the chance to visit Old Quebec with Geneviève, and this was undoubtedly the highlight of our stay! Despite a heavy rain that could have ruined the day, Geneviève was a real ray of sunshine. She was able to adapt the route brilliantly, finding us strategic refuges while continuing to captivate us with her stories.
Merci beaucoup pour ce magnifique commentaire ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis que Geneviève ait su transformer votre journée pluvieuse en un moment mémorable grâce à ses refuges stratégiques et à ses récits captivants. Après tout, Québec se vit autant sous le soleil que sous la pluie. Bien heureux que vous ayez pu en profiter pleinement. ☔⭐️
This was one of the best guided tours I have been on.The Guide was very knowledgable ,concise and friendly.I would highly recommend this tour of the old Quebec City .
Dominique gave us a window of knowledge into Quebec City. Showed special places with amazing views of the St. Lawrence River and, for example, mini sculptures on the walls of the old city. The tour was tailored to us and the winter weather :-) . Great experience overall.
We’re very glad you enjoyed exploring Québec with Dominique. She has a great eye for the small details that make the city special, from the hidden sculptures on the walls to the beautiful views over the St. Lawrence River. Being able to adapt the pace and route to the group, and even to the winter weather, is exactly what makes a private tour such a great option. ✨ We’re honoured to be recognized among TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best experiences of 2025, thanks to the reviews of people like you.
Our adult family of three spent a delightful four days in old Quebec City at Christmastime. It was a magical experience! One of the highlights of our visit was a private tour of the walled city, led by our warm and friendly tour guide Denis Gingras. Denis has an infectious love of the city, matched with a deep knowledge of its unique and fascinating history. We left the tour with a richer understanding and sense of connection to the spirit of the people who settled there and how that spirit carries through to the present day. All at a very reasonable cost. We heartily recommend Denis' tour as something not to be missed!
Absolutely horrible experience. The lady kept going on and on about different things over and over trying to get us to do things we weren’t interest in. We tried to end the tour early and she kept on wanting to do her own thing. All we got to see were 2 different sites, nothing else. Very disappointed spending that much money on an experience like this one.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Chevy. We’re truly sorry to hear that your private tour did not meet your expectations and that you left feeling disappointed. That’s certainly not the experience we want our guests to have, especially on a private tour that should be fully tailored to your interests and pace. Your feedback is important to us, and we take it very seriously. We would appreciate the opportunity to look into this further and better understand what happened. Please feel free to contact us directly at info@voirquebec.ca so we can discuss your experience in more detail and see how we might address your concerns. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.
Carole's vast knowledge of and ancestral connection to Quebec City, made this tour unique and wonderful. Hearing about the history of the city accompanied by entertaining stories made this tour really interesting and fun. I would recommend to everyone who is coming to Quebec City so you can appreciate it much more.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed your private tour with Carole—her deep roots in Québec City and her storytelling truly add a unique and personal dimension to the experience. One of the things that makes our tours special is that all of our guides are local—either born here or having chosen Québec City as their home—so each brings a distinct perspective shaped by their own connection to the city. We’re thrilled to share our passion for Québec as part of TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best, thanks to our dedicated guides.
Very nice personable tailored private tour. Quebec City has a huge amount to offer, history, etc. A lot to absorb over 2.5 hours! It was cold and that affected the absorption level.
Thank you, Pierre, for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed the personalized private tour, though I’m sorry the cold made it harder to fully take everything in. Québec’s weather can be surprising, and dressing warmly is definitely important for enjoying an outdoor tour comfortably. If you decide to visit again—perhaps in a milder season—we’d be happy to welcome you back and help you discover even more of the city at your own pace.
Excellent food and our guide was very knowledgeable. She entertained us with local knowledge and described the food options.
