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Explore Old Quebec in Quebec City on foot with a local guide, covering the main sights of the Lower Town and Upper Town. Hear the stories behind Quartier Petit Champlain, Place Royale, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Terrasse Dufferin, and the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Along the way, ride the funicular up to the Upper Town and enjoy views of the St. Lawrence River. It is a great fit for first-time visitors who want an overview of the whole city.

Start your Old Quebec walking tour
on Rue Saint-Paul in the Lower Town
Meet your guide at 112 Rue Saint-Paul in the Lower Town to begin the tour. Learn about the history of Quebec City, one of the oldest cities in North America, through engaging stories from an officially certified local guide.
Walk through Quartier Petit Champlain and the Lower Town

The guided tour of the Lower Town lasts about 50 minutes. Stroll through Quartier Petit Champlain and Place Royale with time for photos and sightseeing, and take in panoramic views.
Ride the funicular up to the Upper Town

Ride the funicular for about 10 minutes up to the Upper Town while enjoying views of the St. Lawrence River. If the funicular is unavailable, a taxi can be booked for you or a ticket for later use can be provided, depending on your preference.
Visit Château Frontenac and Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral

The guided tour continues in the Upper Town for about 50 minutes. See Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Terrasse Dufferin, the Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site, and the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, with time for photos and sightseeing. The tour ends near Quebec City Hall.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.
※ The meeting point and drop-off point are in different locations.
Meeting point :
HQ Services Touristiques office (Lower Town)
112 Rue Saint-Paul, Québec, QC, Canada
Meeting point information:
It is the yellow building at the corner of Rue Saint-Paul and Rue des Navigateurs, near the marina and close to the Buffet de l'Antiquaire restaurant and Café Packwood. Google Maps is recommended over Apple Maps in Quebec City.
Meeting point (private tour) :
Location of your choice in Old Quebec
Meeting point information:
For the private option, your guide will meet you at the location in Old Quebec you select at checkout. If you arrive by cruise ship, the Museum of Civilization or 112 Rue Saint-Paul is convenient, just a few minutes' walk from the main terminal. If you are staying outside Old Quebec, your guide can meet you at Fontaine de Tourny (Upper Town) or Maison Historique Chevalier (Lower Town, near the ferry).
112 Rue Saint-Paul, Québec, QC, Canada