The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Quebec City, Canada

In the footsteps of Samuel de Champlain, founder of Quebec City, relive the history of the oldest city in North America through its impressive archaeological sites, historic buildings, picturesque houses, spectacular cathedrals, towering fortifications and narrow streets.

Inclusions: licensed guide

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We keep our tours small to keep your experience unique. Our local guides will cater to your specific interests and show you a different side of Québec City while covering all essential landmarks.

Inclusions: Local Certified Guide, Ticket to the funicular - a short railway linking the Upper & Lower Old Town

Exclusions: Bottled water, Umbrella

Explore the charm, history, and culture of Old Quebec City through the eyes of a friendly local who will share all the great spots of this incredible World Heritage Site. Tours are private walking tours that are customized to your preferences, and last between 2 and 4 hours at your request. The tour guides are just regular people living in the city you’re visiting, that way you can learn about the city through their stories. Your guide will meet you at a location of your choosing, be it your hotel or other accommodation, a landmark, or even a metro station inside the Quebec City urban center. Children below 3 years old are free of charge. Children from 3 to 15 get 60% off the regular tour price. If you are unsure of what you would like to see, your guide will suggest different paths which revolve around Château Frontenac, the Fortifications, Plains of Abraham, Place Royale, Quartier Petit Champlain, and many more!

Inclusions: A local, knowledgable guide, Customized Private Walking Tour, Guaranteed Fun, Bottle of Water

Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuities, Entrance fees to optional activities or attractions, Hotel pick up and drop-off by car, Personal expenses

Make the best of your visit to Quebec and explore the outsides of the city with a local expert and a professional driver. Let your guide indulge you with the culture, history and heritage of the area. Alongside one of our professional tour guides and a private driver, you will visit the wonderful falls of Montmorency, the village of Ste-Pétronille and Sainte Anne de Beaupré. Final itinerary is adjustable to your personal interests

Inclusions: Pick up in central hotel or central meeting point, Private licensed tour guide for 5 hours, Private vehicle disposition for 5 hours, Entrance fee to Montmorency Falls

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Since Juin 2018, more than 2200 guests have booked this tour. To adapt to the current situation, we offer private walks only. * Small group only! No more than 8 pax. * Headset* is provided. * Not only outside, but we also go inside of the buildings as well. * Definitely an Instagrammable tour! --- *We will provide the hand sanitizer for every guest. All the equipment that we use is sanitized before and after the tour. --- This HISTORICAL & CULTURE WALKING TOUR is perfect for first-time travellers to Quebec City. We will enjoy some of the major monuments but also discover some hidden secret places in Old Quebec. It will be an informative and leisure 2-hour tour with an awesome certified guide. No rush, we'll enjoy this beautiful city all along our path. We'll stop at serval hidden spots which are not covered in regular walking tours. We will walk through secret doors, quiet streets and alleys. And we will meet locals, so we can get to know about Québec City and the surrounding areas.

Inclusions: Head set

Exclusions: Personal expense

The Lower Town Historical Bike Tour is fantastic introduction to Quebec City and its surroundings. It reveals many hidden gems and all the must visits; Place Royal, the Mural des Québécois and Notre-Dames-des-Victoires. Meander along the green lush banks of the Saint Charles River. Your dynamic qualified tour guide will explain intriguing facts about the diverse artistic neighborhoods; Limoilou with its unique colorful spiral staircases. Stop at the “Grand Marché”, have the chance to mingle with finest local artisans producers. This is the perfect tour for your first time exploring the city!

Inclusions: Qualified guide, Bike rental with necessary equipment, Water. You may bring your own water bottle (eco responsable), Helmet, Small bike bag installed on your handlebars for personal belongings, Snacks

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Electric Bike (Minimum 18 years of age for Electric bike)

Note that the bottom of the falls is close for the season, this is why we will provide you with a electric bike so can can reach the top of the falls easily. 18 years old and over. Embark on a 4-hour bike tour to Montmorency Falls from Quebec City. With a height of 272 feet (83 meters), you will be amazed by the power of nature. Ride along the St-Lawrence River on a bike trail (9 miles one way) and discover the wonderful scenery along the way. A short hike in the woods will take you to a beautiful spot, you will be able to enjoy the rapids and put your feet in the river. Walk on the suspension bridge and enjoy the view and the falls. Your professional guide will explain the history and geography of the area along the way.

Inclusions: Local guide, Bottle of water, Entrance fees at the waterfalls 8$ included, Electric bike

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

This ride shows you the essential sights of the Upper Town, and the whole experience feels like you are on a casual ride with a local friend that loves telling stories. We keep the groups sizes small for a more intimate, personalized experience. This intro tour covers the must-see spots, shares the history, and offers stunning views. We ride to the Quebec Parliament, the Museum of Fine Arts, through the Plains of Abraham park, and to the Citadel. After a break we head to the heart of Old Quebec. Ride on the boardwalk beneath the famous Chateau Frontenac Hotel, catch the amazing views of the St. Lawrence River down below, and finally the narrow cobblestone streets back to the shop. Everyone has been loving our included Norco Scene bikes - they are super comfortable and so much fun to ride. If you've never taken a bike tour before, you are more than welcome. We stop every 10-15 min or so to hear local stories & info, check out public art, or snap photos.

Inclusions: Your guide will choose a seasonal snack or drink, Bicycle - We use very comfortable, high-quality Norco Scene bikes, Helmet (recommended but not required by law), Basket - front basket for your belongings

Exclusions: Please bring your own re-fillable bottle of water, Gratuities

While in port in Quebec City, explore the city's charming sites by foot on this 2.5-hour private shore excursion. Walk to Place d’Hôtel de Ville, City Hall, Place Royale, the famous Chateau Frontenac hotel and more. You can customize the tour to your interests, and your knowledgable local guide will provide interesting and informative commentary on the place you see.

Inclusions: Local guide, Live commentary in English or French. Just make sure to specify the language you prefer when booking.

Exclusions: Gratuities, This excursion is not covered by our worry-free policy

Get on a bike and explore with us the local hangouts and lifestyle of Quebec City! This ride is all about the nature & neighbourhoods beyond the Old Quebec core, and the whole experience feels like you are on a casual ride with a local friend that loves telling stories. We keep the groups sizes small for a more intimate, personalized experience. This off-the-beaten-path tour covers hip neighbourhoods, a riverside bike route, the brand new public farmer's market, the Old Port & the St. Lawrence River. Everyone has been loving our included Norco Scene bikes - they are super comfortable and so much fun to ride. If you've never taken a bike tour before, you are more than welcome. We stop every 10-15 min or so to hear local stories & info, check out public art, or snap photos. Join us and our team to see more of Quebec City in less time - by bike!

Inclusions: We'll treat you to a snack at the farmer's market, Bicycle - We use very comfortable, high-quality Norco Scene bikes, Helmet (recommended but not required by law), Basket - front or rear basket for your belongings

Exclusions: Please bring your own re-fillable bottle of water, Gratuities