Top Quebec Walking Tours - page 9

Embark on a captivating, private walking tour of Old Montreal, where every step tells a story. As you traverse the cobblestone streets, you’ll uncover the rich tapestry of history that defines this city. From the architectural splendor of Place d’Armes to the bustling marketplace at Place Jacques-Cartier, immerse yourself in a blend of cultural heritage and modern vibrancy. Feel like a true explorer, discovering secret courtyards and enjoying panoramic views at the Old Port. This tour isn’t just a journey through Montreal’s past; it’s your gateway to becoming a part of its lively present. Join us to not only see Montreal but to experience it authentically—where you aren’t just a visitor, but the heart of the adventure. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Montreal has become world-famous for being the North American trailblazer in the urban street art scene. The city hosts two major graffiti festivals each year: UNDER PRESSURE and MURAL. Under Pressure celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2021 and hosts live talks, skating and painting sessions, and music with a focus on community development and youth engagement. MURAL is a massive international celebration of the arts that attracts millions every year since 2012. You'll find over 80 murals and installations by an amazing array of street artists around the St Laurent strip. On your two-hour private walking tour, you'll get to explore the famous St-Laurent Boulevard, the core visual identity of the city, that attracts major artists such as Roadsworth, Chris Dyer, Omen, and Bonar as well as collectives like HVW8 and En Masse - and so many more!

Guided tour followed by a discovery of the Cap-Rouge Public Point of Sale in 2026. Be among the first to discover this History & Tasting tour. In 2026, we're leaving this experience at the same Award. We show you the Cartier-Roberval site, recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Culture as a heritage and archaeological site. This part of the tour is aimed at families as well as history and archaeology enthusiasts. If walking in the forest on a sloping site is a challenge for you, it is possible to start the tour directly at the Cartier-Roberval site on chemin Saint-Louis west of Quebec City. An asphalt trail is usable by people with reduced mobility but it ends in a staircase not suitable for four-carriers & wheelchairs. Our team participated in historical conferences and presentations in 2024 - 25 - 26 on research on Cartier, Roberval and archaeology. We are also based on a book by B. Come on.

Explore the rich history of Québec City at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour featuring an interactive audio guide. Traverse a scenic route that takes you from the Observatoire de la Capitale to the charming streets of the Lower Town. Enjoy engaging stories that enhance your understanding of the city's evolution. This tour accommodates solo adventurers, friends, or family groups, allowing for a customized exploration of iconic sites like the Citadelle and Notre-Dame de Québec. - Self-guided tour lasting approximately 2 hours - Explore 11 points of interest with engaging audio stories - Available daily in multiple languages and suitable for any weather - Requires a charged smartphone, comfortable walking shoes, and optional headphones to enhance your experience.

Descend into one of the world's most ambitious urban experiments. Montreal's RÉSO is not just a series of tunnels; it is a 33-kilometer subterranean metropolis born from a radical philosophy of winter urbanism. On this immersive journey, you will uncover the hidden architectural masterpieces, the contested history of historic preservation, and the complex social dynamics that thrive beneath the frost line. Join an urban planner and a curious local as they decode the floor tiles, ceiling heights, and forgotten fragments of history that make up this climate-controlled labyrinth. - A 2.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 94 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Social Fabric & Everyday Life - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

You’ll try everything from karnatzel to kichel while learning about the culinary history of Jewish Montreal. Starting with kosher third-wave coffee from Café Navire, take a guided journey through the beautiful Mile End and Outremont neighbourhoods, home to some of the city’s most vibrant Jewish communities. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic kosher bakeries and delis, and discover how generations of Jewish immigrants helped shape Montreal’s unique food culture.

Welcome to Montréal, the French Capital of the Americas in the middle of the grandiose St.Lawrence River. It’s a unique and multicultural city that’s proud of its French and English heritage, and also open to the world. On this self-guided audio tour with Context Travel expert and tour guide, Bruno-Serge Boucher, you’ll find out how the city got its start. You’ll also see where the French dropped anchor, where the Catholic Church established its churches, and where English entrepreneurs founded their banks and businesses. The tour starts on the corner of Place d’Youville and Place Royale, at the very place where Montréal was founded in 1647. After being struck by the splendour of the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, you’ll continue to Place Jacques-Cartier, a square regularly filled with markets and festivities. You’ll end the tour at the Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel – the very same chapel that’s featured in the song “Suzanne”, by Leonard Cohen, who was a Montreal-native.

Explore Montreal with Experience Tour Canada, your local expert in curated private tours, on an exciting 2-hour walking experience from the renowned Museum of Fine Arts to the charming Old Port. This immersive tour offers a complete and engaging view of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Begin at the Museum of Fine Arts and stroll along elegant streets like Rue Sherbrooke, known for its impressive architecture and upscale shops. Discover the vibrant Place des Arts, Montreal’s cultural hub, where art and music come together. Continue into Old Montreal, with its cobblestone streets, the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica (exterior visit), and charming cafés and boutiques. The tour ends at the Old Port, where the city’s colonial past meets modern life along Saint Paul Street and the St. Lawrence River. A perfect introduction to Montreal, whether it’s your first visit or a rediscovery of its unique charm.

Most people walk past the same buildings every day without asking why they were built, who they were built for, and who they belong to now. This is not a tour where you observe from a distance. You become part of an active cultural thought process, and without you, it wouldn't be the same. Join Kateryna Kobylianska, a Montreal-based artist with a background in cultural studies, originally from Ukraine, for a 2-hour walk through Old Montreal and its gallery district. We'll step inside spaces most visitors rush past, meet the people behind them, and look at art, architecture, and culture the way an artist does: with curiosity, and the kind of questions that stay with you. Along the way: a bank turned creative hub, galleries that couldn't be more different from each other, indigenous art that carries centuries of memory, and a city that keeps rewriting itself without erasing its past.

Step into the crossfire of empires. Québec City wasn't just built; it was fortified, besieged, conquered, and locked down. On this immersive journey, trace the evolution of North America's most contested military stronghold. From French earthworks born of desperation to massive British stone bastions built out of paranoia, discover how the architecture of war dictated the lives of civilians and soldiers. Decode the anxieties of colonial governors, the strategic brilliance of star-shaped fortresses, and the lingering ghosts of a city designed to survive the end of the world. - A 4.7 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 132 min - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals. - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app.

Are you looking for things to do in Terrebonne? A walk through Île des Moulins and the old town is an opportunity to learn about its history and discover all its attractions. Solve challenges at each step to learn about your next destination. Buy either a single or a group ticket. Walk from the Île des Moulins to the Collège Saint-Sacrement, then to City Hall, as well as the Théâtre du Vieux Terrebonne and the Maison Bélisle. You will have fun completing the challenges. The Terrebonne Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 2.2 km (1.4 mi) walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 2 hours to complete. It is a fun learning experience. See the sights! You'll see 17 locations and learn some local history. Challenge your knowledge with 19 varied challenges. It is fun for all ages, kids included. Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone; there is no fixed schedule. Take as little or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt.

This two-hour tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide, will teach you about various cultures and historical periods. You will enjoy yourself in addition to learning. In addition to having the richest history in Canada, Quebec City has one of the most amazing histories in the entire world.

Are you looking for things to do in Sherbrooke? The Sherbrooke Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 2-hour self-guided tour of the city. A stroll through its historic center lets you learn how the city came about and what makes it thrive today. You will have to solve challenges at each stage to discover your next destination. Buy either a single or a group ticket. You will walk from the City Hall to the Sherbrooke Hussars, then on to the Basilica-Cathedral of Saint Michael, and the Granada Theater. See several monuments and many murals, learn about the city's history and its builders, and have fun taking on challenges. The Sherbrooke Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 2.7 km /1.71 mi self-guided walking tour. There are challenges at most stops. It takes about 2 to 3 hours to complete. - A fun learning experience - See the sights! - Learn some local history - Challenge your knowledge - Fun for all ages, kids included - Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule

Explore Hull's intriguing back story on this self-guided audio tour across the river from downtown Ottawa. Once Canada's crime capital known as 'le petit Chicago', Hull supplied liquor and late-night vices to Ottawa revelers while growing as a lumber town with a rocky, co-dependent relationship with Canada's capital. Walk from the Canadian Museum of History along Ottawa River shores discovering Wright's Town founded by settler Philemon Wright, learning about entrepreneur Ezra Butler Eddy who built his fortune making fire matches, and strolling Hull's infamous 'Strip' where young people from Ottawa came to party. Hear about the catastrophic Great Fire of 1900, timber slides, lumber barons' massive timber operations, meet Algonquin Chief Tessouat who ruled the Ottawa River in the 1600s, and enjoy spectacular views of Ottawa and Chaudiere Falls on this 75-minute circular tour that reveals Hull's dramatic past and its significance to indigenous peoples, explorers, and lumber barons alike.

Solve a self-guided mystery walk through Montreal's Old Port. You play an archaeologist whose team uncovers a 20-metre stone statue at the Pointe-à-Callière dig. By morning it has vanished, and the trail turns supernatural. Use the Questo app on your phone to follow the trail across 10 real Old Port landmarks: Pointe-à-Callière, the Daniel McAllister Tug, Habitat 67, La Grande Roue, and the Voiles en Voiles pirate ships. Solve riddles, decode puzzles, and chase the giant down the St Lawrence. Each chapter has its own puzzle and a piece of Old Port history, from the 17th-century fur trade to the 2017 Ferris wheel. Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. Allow around 50 minutes for the full 2.8 km route along the river promenade. Family friendly, great for couples on a Montreal weekend, or anyone who wants to see the Old Port through a story.

This murder mystery experience is a true whodunit with suspects, alibis and a twist ending. Every clue hides in something real: a plaque, a statue, a facade in the streets of Le Plateau-Mont-Royal. You will collect the evidence, piece together the case and accuse a suspect at the finale. We offer 24/7 customer support and built-in hints to guarantee that you never stay stuck. Also, the app will provide real historical facts and local legends about the landmarks you're visiting, making a learning experience as much as it's a fun one. The game can be played anytime, at any hour, and will take you ~90-120 minutes with optional cafe breaks. You can pause and resume whenever you want (even on another day). Total walking distance involved is about 1.5 miles and the game will end in the same area where it started, making it easy to fit into your day. It has intermediate difficulty and it's perfect for solo adventurers, couples, friends, families with older kids, or team-building events.

Explore Montreal's Jewish heritage - hear tales of resilience, culture, and faith while uncovering hidden gems and historic landmarks of Mile End. See the Museum of Jewish Montreal, Rue Hutchison's Orthodox synagogue, and many more Jewish sites. Tour is available in following language: English & French German, Italian & Spanish Highlights: • Discover Montreal’s Jewish heritage with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide • See the Museum of Jewish Montreal and learn about the city’s cultural roots • Admire Congregation Belz and hear stories of faith and community resilience • Marvel at Rue Hutchison's Orthodox synagogue and its enduring traditions • Learn the legacy of Congregation Ahavath Israel and its role in Jewish history Experience the fascinating Jewish heritage of Montreal with a private walking tour that reveals the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Led by a 5-Star Licensed Guide with deep expertise in local history, this exclusive tour uncovers both highlights.

Explore the charming Old Town of Montreal with an expert private guide, and learn about its nearly 400 years of history as you tour its cobbled streets, iconic landmarks such as Notre Dame Basilica, and of course the scenic Old Port. With a history stretching back almost 400 years, the Old Town of Montréal is a treasure trove of historic architecture, public buildings, churches, markets, and of course stunning views from the Old Port along the Saint Lawrence River. It was a thriving fur trading port from the early 17th century and grew in stature, prosperity, and religious and cultural influence. A sea-faring trading city, you'll be able to enjoy views from the Old Port as well as the very modern, vibrant atmosphere prevalent today!

Discover the charm, history, and hidden stories of Old Montreal on a walking tour led by a license guide. Travel back more than 380 years as you explore the birthplace of Montreal, where cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and vibrant public squares reveal the city's fascinating past. This personalized experience allows you to explore at your own pace while enjoying engaging stories, local insights, and recommendations from a professional guide. Visit some of Old Montreal's most iconic landmarks, including Place d'Armes, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, the historic waterfront of the Old Port of Montreal, and many hidden corners that most visitors miss. Learn about the founding of Montreal and the city's French origins, Indigenous history and early settlement, the fur trade and the rise of commerce, and pivotal moments that shaped the city, Montreal's unique blend of French and English influences, and local architecture, culture, and daily life.

Uncover Old Montreal’s charm with a private walking tour and river cruise. Led by a 5-Star Licensed Guide, explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems, then relax with breathtaking views from the St. Lawrence River. Book now for an unforgettable experience! Tour is available in following language: English & French German, Italian & Spanish Highlights: • Explore Old Montreal’s charm with a 5-Star Licensed Guide tailored to your group • Walk through Bonsecours Market and Rue Saint-Paul, steeped in rich history • Admire the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica and Old Saint-Sulpice Seminary • Learn about the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and the Old Custom House • Enjoy breathtaking views of Montreal’s skyline on a St. Lawrence River cruise Experience the charm and history of Montreal like never before on a private walking tour, perfectly paired with a scenic sightseeing cruise. This bespoke experience takes you beyond the surface of the city, delving into its vibrant culture, rich history.

Discover Montreal on a private walking tour led by a certified local guide. Begin in the vibrant heart of downtown Montreal, where modern skyscrapers meet historic landmarks. As you stroll through lively streets, your guide will reveal how Montreal grew into one of North America's most fascinating cities. Walk along the famous Sainte-Catherine Street, admire the iconic Ring (L'Anneau) by Claude Cormier, and explore the historic Dorchester Square before making your way to the charming cobblestone streets of Old Montreal. Along the route, you'll discover three of Montreal's most beautiful basilicas and churches, as well as landmarks such as Place d'Armes, Place Royale, and the impressive World Trade Centre Montréal. Uncover hidden gems, remarkable architecture, and fascinating stories that bring the city's past to life. This private experience is tailored to your pace and interests, allowing you to ask questions, take photos, and enjoy a more personal connection with the city.

Discover the beauty and charm of Old Montreal through a guided photo experience designed to capture unforgettable memories in some of the city’s most iconic locations. During this experience, travelers will enjoy relaxed and natural mini photo sessions at stunning landmarks such as Notre-Dame Basilica, the Grand Roue, and other picturesque streets around the Old Port. Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, or special occasions, this experience combines sightseeing with professional photography to create timeless images you’ll treasure long after your visit to Montreal.

A veritable open-air museum, Montréal has become a hotspot for street art in North America. Montréal even rivals international capitals famous for their magnificent graffiti and outdoor murals. Focusing mainly on the St-Laurent Boulevard axis and taking intriguing detours in surrounding streets and alleys, this colorful walking tour will allow you to admire some of the most lively and creative Montréal murals while highlighting the talent of the artists and collectives behind them.

Explore the vibrant streets of Montreal through the lens of a seasoned photographer. This immersive photo walk combines local insights with beautiful scenery, guiding you to the city’s hidden gems and perfect viewpoints. This private tour can be fully customized to fit your needs. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just looking for the perfect Instagram pics, I promise a friendly, immersive, and inspiring journey to sharpen your eye and create lasting memories of your trip.