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Tours/Quebec City/Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

4.7(304)Quebec City2 hours
VIATOR4.7(117)TRIPADVISOR4.7(187)
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
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Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History
Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$24 / person
Location
Quebec City, Canada
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 304 reviews
Languages
EN, EN, FR, FR
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Cicerone Tours
Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting for you outside, in front of the Tourism Office. Our guides wear period costume.

Description

Travel back four centuries in time to the colony of New France as you tour Old Quebec City with your “cicerone,” or guide dressed in period costume. Experience a unique 2-hour walking adventure through the heart of this UNESCO world heritage site. IMPORTANT: Please note that this tour takes place rain or shine, every day of the year.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 17+)
$24
Youth (ages 6–16)
$12
Child (ages 0–5)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

14h00 - Departure in English

10:00am - English Departure

10:00am - English Departure

Depart in front of the Tourist Information Centre (Centrally located in Old Quebec)12, Ste-Anne St. G1R 3X2 English Only

13h00 - Départ en français

Départ devant le Bureau d'Information Touristique12, rue Sainte-Anne,G1R 3X2 Français seulement

Itinerary

Terrasse Dufferin
10 min

The Dufferin Terrace, a long wooden sidewalk located next to the Château Frontenac, affords a stunning view of the St. Lawrence River and surrounding area. It is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year.

Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral
Pass by

tanding on the same location since 1647 and designated a Canada National Historic Site given its architectural value, the Cathedral bears witness to the history of a whole population. Here rest four governors of New France, the bishops of the diocese of Québec and a funerary chapel dedicated to François de Laval. Visitors will see various works of art and pieces of archives with the splendid interior decoration as a background.You could also see de Holy Door.

Place Royale
15 min

Place Royale is where Samuel de Champlain founded the City of Québec in 1608. With buildings that combine French and British influences and the oldest stone church in North America, the square has a charm all its own.

Quartier Petit Champlain
45 min

The streets of the Petit-Champlain district and Place Royale are an invitation to travel back in time to the founding of Québec over 400 years ago. The sense of history in this square is palpable. Nearby street Petit-Champlain will make you feel like you’ve landed in a fairytale. Here are the top things to see and do in Petit-Champlain.

Breakneck Steps (L'Escalier Casse-Cou)
5 min

This outdoor staircase, the oldest in Québec City, dates back to the beginning of the French colony. Many tourists take photographs at this location, as it affords a wonderful view of one of Canada's most picturesque streets: rue du Petit-Champlain.

What's included

Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
304 reviews
5
254
4
27
3
15
2
3
1
5

How it compares in Quebec City

  • No. 18 by number of reviews among 197 tours in Quebec City
  • Starting price $24 is 61% below the typical $61 for tours of similar length in Quebec City

Excurgo comparison of 197 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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 Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History take?

Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History cost?

Prices start at $24 per person for this Quebec City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.

How much does Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History cost for children?

Children aged 0–5 pay nothing, adults from $24.

Can I cancel Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History 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 Your guide will be waiting for you outside, in front of the Tourism Office. Our guides wear period costume. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History 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 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Walking Tour Through Quebec City's History worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 304 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cicerone Tours.

Reviews(304)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Leslie_C
October 8, 2026 · via Viator
There’s a ton of steps to...

There’s a ton of steps to climb to get to meeting point. You can take the funicular up but it would be helpful to know about that But our tour guide was knowledgeable and I learned a lot

A
Alison_B
October 7, 2026 · via Viator
Difficult to hear at...

Difficult to hear at times and too much standing around- 25 mins at first stop. Perhaps a change of route would help

M
Milton_H
October 6, 2026 · via Viator
Great overview of QC’s history

This was a very interesting tour. Our guide, Helen, was excellent and entertaining as her character of a woman in the French period of the city’s history. She told us a lot of great stories about the early days of Quebec City. A good tour to get an understanding of the history here snd how it contributes to how the city is today.

J
jarodmom
October 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great overview of the history of Quebec

Fantastic overview of the history of Quebec City. We learned so much and our guide was knowledgeable and took time to answer questions. He covered 400 years of history and the time went by so fast I was surprised at the end to realize we had been walking and he had been talking for over 2.5 hours. Our first time in Quebec and I am so glad we chose to do this tour our first day.

K
KAREN_M
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
Highly recommend this tour

Most of the walking is flat, but there are steps to go down to the lower part of the city at the end of the tour. Some in the group had difficulty navigating them. Lots of history covered and allowed time for questions. Great overview for our first day in Quebec.

D
Doug_A
September 29, 2026 · via Viator
One Good Liar (Lawyer)

Loved the way the guide did it as a role play. All the subjects he touched on were handled in a humourus but informative way.

D
Deep_S
September 29, 2026 · via Viator
An informative and easy paced way to appreciate Old Quebec City

Walking tours are a good way to appreciate the city. Genevieve made the 2 hours tour of old Quebec City very interesting with a good mix of history, trivia and humour. She even dressed the part. She was always happy to answer our questions. It was easy paced and we had sufficient stops to catch our breath. We were blessed with great weather which made the tour even more memorable. I will strongly recommend the tour.

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BrandonRichard_G
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
The tour was good. Stoped...

The tour was good. Stoped at a lot of main sites. I wish it would have gone deeper into the history of Quebec City and explained more on why the French language is so prevalent in the province. Overall it was still a good tour with useful information.

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Daniel_S
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
Great story telling and...

Great story telling and fun facts I appreciate the costumes and enthusiasm Would definitely recommend (either of the 2 guides)

E
Elaine_B
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
History Tour a Great Choice

Very informative and humorous guide. Thoroughly enjoyed and well worth the cost. We dud this early in our visit to Old Quebec.

$24/ person
4.7(304)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN, EN, FR
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