Old Quebec Walking Tour with a Certified Local Guide
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Quebec City, Canada
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
There’s so much to see in Quebec City’s old town that it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. Rather than worrying about your itinerary, on this small-group walking tour, join your guide as you explore popular local landmarks such as Place Royale, the Parliament Building, City Hall, and much more.
- Discover hidden gems that most travelers miss
- Small-group tour: Lots of chances to ask your guide questions
- Continue exploring independently after the tour with handy tips
- A great opportunity to snap photos of the Parliament Building
What's Included
- 2-hour expertly guided walking tour
- Knowledgeable, local, and certified tour guide
- Insights into Quebec’s architecture, history, and local culture
- Suggestions for further exploration, dining, and museums
- Bottled water
- Interior visits (this tour is 100% outdoors)
- Transportation to or from the meeting and end points
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
- Umbrellas, rain gear, or other personal equipment
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1150 Av. Honoré-Mercier, Québec, QC G1A 1A2, Canada
Meet at the Tourny Fountain in front of the Parliament Building—look for the Yellow-umbrella guide from Urban Horizons Tours.
End point
- Royal PlacePlace Royale, Québec, QC G1K, Canada
The tour ends at Place Royale in the Lower Town.
Itinerary
1
Fontaine de Tourny
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Parliament of Quebec
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
St. Louis Gate (Porte St. Louis)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Pole Culturel du Monastere des Ursulines
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Aux Anciens Canadiens
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
City Hall of Quebec City
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Quebec City Mural
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Place Royale
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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Richard_P, Aug 2026
It is very complete. Includes points of interest for both upper & lower Quebec City. Plus it is strong due to the diversity of sights.
Jeff_O, Aug 2026
Causal informative and fun experience. Amazing guide and met some wonderful people exploring old Quebec.
Mark_G, Aug 2026
Jean-Simon knew his stuff about Quebec and Quebec city and adjusted well when noisy construction nearby made it difficult to hear. Would highly recommend his tour.
Scott_F, Aug 2026
Great way to see Old Quebec. Leave the car at the hotel. Easy to get around if you don’t mind hills.
Sarah_F, Aug 2026
Jean-Simon was personable and very engaged with all the members of the tour, from kids to seniors. He made the history come along for our children without overloading them with information; our teen thought his sense of humour made for a much better history lesson than his regular teachers at school!
Robyn_D, Aug 2026
We really enjoyed the tour- Jean Simon is passionate about what he does and is very knowledgeable. Money well spent for this tour!
Jackie_F, Aug 2026
Tour guide was super nice and informed. Great way to kick off your visit to Quebec and get acclimated. My kids (10 and 15) also enjoyed it. Guide was very willing to help give recommendations to anything - he grew up in Quebec and knows the city well. Highly recommend!
Andrew_L, Aug 2026
Great walking tour with a local guide. Learned a bit of history of the city and the attractions. The route was easy, mostly downhill, and had a stop for restrooms as well.
Susan_B, Aug 2026
Tour guide was fantastic, excellent English. Tour tends to go a little longer than 2 hours which we enjoyed but just a FYI
meghan_G, Aug 2026
Jean-Simon was super friendly, very knowledgeable and we had a great time. Highly recommend his services.
Mara_S, Aug 2026
Wonderful tour with Jean-Simon! He was extremely knowledgeable and personable, and he made the city and its history come alive.
Mike_S, Aug 2026
We are informative walking trip in small group. Highly recommended. Trip is covering major historical destination.
Kim_J, Aug 2026
Very informative and was a great overview of the city . We learned quite a bit of Canadian history also!
Charles_E, Aug 2026
Wonderful guide and great tour, very friendly and knowledgeable. Loved being in a small group! The tour owner is super!
Linda_M, Jul 2026
Our guide, Jean Simon was great! Well informed about the history and important scenery we viewed on our walk (and a great sense of humor too)!
Giuseppe_G, Jul 2026
Réal beautiful experience after 60 years in Canada Quebec first time visiting Old Quebec and Quebec City in general
Ed_M, Jul 2026
Jean the tour guide was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. We would do this tour again. Well worth the price.
Kirk_v, Jul 2026
Excellent walking tour. Highly knowledgeable guide, kept it lively and humorous but didn’t sugar coat the historical facts about Old Quebec.
Lisa_R, Jul 2026
Our walking tour of Old Quebec with Jean-Simon was the perfect way to begin our visit to this beautiful city.
Jean-Simon was an outstanding guide—knowledgeable, funny, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that brought Quebec’s history to life. His enthusiasm for the city was contagious, and the two hours flew by.
Not only did we learn about the rich history, architecture, and culture of Old Quebec, but the tour also helped us get our bearings right from the start of our trip. We quickly learned how the Upper and Lower Towns fit together, discovered hidden streets and beautiful viewpoints, and picked up wonderful local recommendations along the way.
Thanks to Jean-Simon, we knew exactly where to find the best coffee, authentic poutine, and even the most delicious caramel corn! Those insider tips made the rest of our stay even more enjoyable.
I always believe the best way to experience a new destination is with a knowledgeable local, and this tour proved exactly that. If you’re visiting Quebec City, I highly recommend making this one of your very first activities. You’ll leave with a much deeper appreciation for the city and plenty of great recommendations to enjoy during the rest of your stay.
Thank you, Jean-Simon, for a wonderful morning. It was informative, entertaining, and one of the highlights of our trip!
roy_e, Jul 2026
Really fun and informative. You might think walking around on your own is the same but it's not. You will see things you would never find otherwise and our charming guide made 4 centuries of Quebec come to life. It's a wonderful way to spend a day here.
Sam_O, Jul 2026
Our tour guide was very informative. He gave us so much information about the area. So much info and saw a lot of the area as well.
Cristin_B, Jul 2026
Simon-Jean is the best guide! His storytelling and historic knowledge made the tour.
He is kind and curious about everyone in the group and took great care to ensure everyone was comfortable and could hear as well. Truly the best experience!
Athar_H, Jul 2026
Our guide was excellent, full of knowledge about Quebec, had lived in the city virtually all his life. Loved also the little bits of side knowledge it all brought the city to life. It's a great first thing to do when staying here. The old town is very walkable and beautiful our guide paced us very well, helped us avoid the heat and brought the city to life.
Margaret_H, Jul 2026
Jean-Simon was amazing! Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Quebec City, but his humor and incredible storytelling made the tour one of a kind. We would definitely recommend!!!
catherine_t, Jul 2026
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, he was a history student and had lots for information to pass on to the group. We enjoyed walking the streets of upper and lower Quebec, which we would not of seen if we hadn’t taken the tour.
Naomi_P, Jul 2026
Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We visited interesting sites, and heard history of the area. We like to start a vacation with a walking tour of the city and this was a very good experience for our group of 6.
neil_c, Jul 2026
UrbanHorizons is the guides own business and he takes a lot care in the questions and needs of the group. Great history lesson, 2hr easy walk but some steps.
Gilles_S, Jul 2026
great insight on historical events and locations in Quebec City. Jean-Simon was very interesting and interactive with tour group. timeline and walking distance was perfect.
Jennifer_A, Jul 2026
Great tour for learning the history of Quebec City! Our tour guide Jean-Simone was very informative and kind. He answered everyone’s questions and made sure to make recommendations of where to go for food and drink and activities after the tour. Felt like we knew our way around the Old City after the tour ended.
Heather_L, Jul 2026
Our tour guide is very knowledgeable about the history of all the sites we visited. He was softball in making sure we get to a shaded spot and with places to sit at each stop. It was a very relaxing and informative tour. Highly recommend it if you’re looking for a two hour history lesson about old town Quebec.
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