Guided walking tour

The Grand Tour

  • Duration2 hours on foot, rain or shine
  • DepartsCentre Infotouriste, 12 rue Sainte-Anne
  • Group size15 people max per guide
  • LanguageEnglish
  • SeasonYear round, except 25 December and 1 January

Take time to discover Old Quebec’s history, architecture and culture!

Take one of our 2-hour walking tours through the charming streets of Quebec City with an English-speaking guide. With groups no larger than 15, our guides can easily provide detailed and comprehensive answers to all your questions, as well as to some you may not have thought of!

The Grand Tour is a fully engaging experience that delves into Quebec’s rich heritage, architecture and cultural tapestry. Our knowledgeable guides will help you explore the heart of Quebec City, uncovering its secrets and stories.

Come walk with us and see Quebec City in a whole new light!

A guide sharing a laugh with visitors in the Lower Town, a ferry behind them.

During this tour, you’ll:

  • Discover architectural gems like the famed Chateau Frontenac, a majestic castle-like hotel perched atop the cliffs, with a fascinating history.
  • Relive major events, stepping back in time as we relate significant moments that have shaped Quebec’s past, from battles to celebrations.
A guide chatting with a group of visitors in Old Québec.
  • Meet the locals, engaging in lively discussions about Quebec’s people, their customs and traditions, gain insights into their way of life.
  • Wander through historic sites like the cobblestone streets of Place Royale, where the stone houses date back to the 1600s and 1700s.
  • The route also takes you through lesser-known corners of the old city that most people walk right past on their own.

First visit or lifelong local, you will leave knowing the stories behind the streets you walked.

Not sure you’re up to it? The Grand Tour of Old Quebec City has been designed for ease and enjoyment. Here’s why:

1. Leisurely descent: our tour takes a gentle downhill route from start to finish. You won’t break a sweat, and the journey is as pleasant as it is informative.

2. All you need is a pair of comfortable shoes and a curious mind! Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a local, our guides will keep you engaged.

A family and other visitors listening to their guide beside a stone house.

3. Family-friendly: families with strollers are welcome! While we recommend a baby carrier for convenience, strollers can navigate the route safely.

4. Not wheelchair accessible: please note that some of the walkways and terrain on The Grand Tour are not suitable for wheelchairs.

5. Lots of stops: along the way, we pause at various points of interest to let you absorb the history, architecture and culture of Quebec City and of course take some memorable photos

Visitors listening to their guide in Old Québec.

Join us on The Grand Tour CIRCUIT, where every step reveals the magic of Quebec City!

Locate Chateau Frontenac, then walk across the park

The Grand Tour departs from Tours Voir Québec’s sales desk located inside the Quebec Tourist Information Centre (12, rue Ste-Anne) across the park from highly visible Chateau Frontenac. Pay parking is available underneath Quebec City Hall and street parking meters, along rue des Remparts. Bus routes stop nearby. No need to use your car.

The Tours Voir Québec desk at the Tourist Information Centre, 12 rue Sainte-Anne.

Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to tour departure.


The schedule of the Grand Tour is the following:
October 26th till March 31st: 10:00am. We may have a departure at 1:30pm please verify on the booking calendar.

April 1st to May 14th : 10:00am & 1:30pm

May 15th to June 26th: 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 1:30pm

June 27th to October 15th: 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 12pm, 1:30pm & 3:30pm

October 16th to October 25th: 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 1:30pm

There are no tours on December 25th and January 1st.

All rates are in CAD.

A guide and her group in a narrow historic street.
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