Île d'Orléans Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Île d'Orléans. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Island of Orleans Taste and Drink Tour

• Quebec City - Guided E-Bike Tour & Tastings - Ile d'Orléans

• Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans

• Half Day Private Getaway to Ile d'Orléans

• 4 Hours Private Quebec City Guided Tour

Île d’Orléans is free to visit, though individual attractions like museums and wineries have their own admission fees. To maximize your time on the island, a variety of tours are available, such as food and drink tours starting at US$65, e-bike tours from US$126, and wine tasting tours from US$97.

Yes, Île d'Orléans is worth visiting. Located close to Quebec City, this island offers a rural escape, complete with local wineries, farms, and shops. Skip the driving and consider joining a tour that includes transportation plus vineyard visits and wine and food tastings. E-bike tours are also a popular choice for exploring the island. 

Per one customer who booked the Quebec City - Guided E-Bike Tour & Tastings - Ile d'Orléans, "One of the best things we did while on vacation. The guides are fun and knowledgeable, and the e-bikes were a blast, even though we were not experienced riding them. The stops at local attractions were a big hit and really gave us a sense of the island. What a beautiful island and a great oasis from Quebec City. This is a must do if you are in the area."

The path to Île d'Orléans from Quebec City is around a 15-30 minute drive, during which you cross the Orleans Island Bridge (Pont de l’Île d'Orléans). Alternatively, guided tours from Quebec City often include transportation to and from the island.

There are numerous attractions on Île d'Orléans. Many visitors explore the food and drink scene, like at Cassis Monna & Filles, a blackcurrant farm and distillery; others go for the history, like in the charming village of Sainte-Famille; and some visit for the scenic views, like from the observation tower in Saint-François.

The best time to visit Île d'Orléans is from May to October. During this window, the weather is pleasant, the flowers in bloom, and the island's attractions, shops, and restaurants are open. Fall, particularly mid-September to October, is also a great time to visit—it’s both foliage and harvest season, which includes apple picking and tasting fresh local produce.

Outdoor activities on Île d'Orléans abound. For starters, many of the island’s farms offer pick-your-own fruits, and the scenic wineries, cideries, and farms are great for an easy stroll. Parc des Ancêtres is a pretty spot for a picnic and a hike, and the St. Lawrence River is great for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing adventures.

Île d'Orléans is known as "The Garden of Quebec" for its thriving agricultural scene, which offers visitors the chance to sample fresh fruits and veggies, local cheeses, and maple goodies, wines, ciders, and spirits. The island is also a step back in time, with many pretty villages and well-preserved historical sites.

No, Île d'Orléans doesn't have traditional sandy beaches. However, there are beach-esque spots: There are several rocky beach areas along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, where you can hire sea kayaks or canoes, try fishing, or paddle.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Île d'Orléans. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Quebec City.

• Old Quebec (Vieux-Québec)

• Montmorency Falls Park (Parc de la Chute-Montmorency)

• Dufferin Terrace (Terrasse Dufferin)

• Plains of Abraham (Plaines d'Abraham)

• Quebec Royal Square (Place-Royale)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Quebec City.