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A Fun Night in Quebec City
Our 'ghost' storyteller was animated, knowledgeable and interacted well with the group. I'd highly recommend this activity.
Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $21 / person
- Location
- Quebec City, Canada
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 479 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN, FR, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Les Promenades Fantômes
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in front of the Morrin Centre (44, Chaussée des Écossais) at 8pm.
Description
The darkest years of New France are just around the corner! How would you like to spend an hour and a half with the ghost of a famous criminal dating back to the time of New-France? Your ghostly host will lead you through Old Quebec. Let the lugubrious atmosphere that reigns inside the walls of the old city invade you once the sun is gone. The executioner Jean Rattier and his wife Marie Rivière summon you, but one question remains: Will you dare to try it?
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:00 PM and 8:15 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $20
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $19
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $19
- Child (ages 5–9)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
In demand: 11 of the next 24 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Morrin Centre
Common prison of Quebec
Place Royale
Public Place
What's included
Included
Live entertainment
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
479 reviews
How it compares in Quebec City
- No. 13 by number of reviews among 198 tours in Quebec City
- Starting price $21 is 66% below the typical $61 for tours of similar length in Quebec City
Excurgo comparison of 198 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs à mobilité réduite
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec take?
Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec cost?
Prices start at $21 per person for this Quebec City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 PM and 8:15 PM.
How much does Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec cost for children?
Children aged 5–9 pay nothing, adults from $20. Infants go free.
Does Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec sell out?
It can: 11 of the next 24 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point is in front of the Morrin Centre (44, Chaussée des Écossais) at 8pm. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, FR, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(479)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
F
Murder stories
Not overly fun or funny. Was expecting more about ghosts, instead of murder and mayhem.. We did not finish the tour
S
Could be better
Guide was very nice. However, the tour was in English and the guides command of the language was limited making some of the humor awkward. I did find the history of punishment interesting which seemed more of the focus than true crime.
D
Great experience!
This evening walking tour was a combination of history, fun and drama. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Our guide Lau also brought members of our group into the stories that she told and everybody had a lot of good laughs. I highly recommend this tour and Lau. There is a lot of walking down into the city near the waterfront so wear comfortable shoes.
K
You won’t regret doing this tour.
What a wonderful tour. The women that did the English tour was amazing. She was funny and engaging and made it wonderful time.
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An absolute must-do experience!
We did the 90 minute walking tour with Valerie and what an amazing night it was! This walking tour was the absolute highlight of our trip. Valerie was incredibly energetic, passionate, and animated from start to finish she brought history to life with theatrical storytelling and amazing humor. The time flew by, and we were hooked the entire way. Book this right now, you wint regret it!
D
A long crime walk
The guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic so it was interesting. I would have preferred less walking and more specific stories about local crime.
W
Very fun
It was fun, a different way to walk around the Old Town of Québec, we were laughing, sometimes a little grossed out, looking around at everything imagining it back in the day, and we learned a lot about it all without noticing ourselves getting educated, our teen also loved it, definitely recommend this activity
E
A lot of Steps!!!!
It entails a lot of walking down hill and then a lot of steps getting back. There should have been a warning. The tour did not really talk about the locations you went to except the first and 2nd to the last.
M
Stranded in Lower Town at 9:30 PM
No need to make customers walk from Upper town and then strand them in Lower town AFTER the funicular closed. So the only option was to take Breakneck stairs (200 foot climb) or Uber back. Also guide would suddenly stop story unexpectedly. Would not recommend.
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