QuebecHistory & culture
Old Québec City Walking Tour
Fortifications, funiculars and centuries of French-Canadian history on foot.
Day tours from Québec City
3 guided day tours departing Québec City, Quebec.
The best day tours from Québec City are the Old Québec City Walking Tour, the Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans Tour, and the Tadoussac Whale Watching Day Trip. The first two are half-day outings, and Tadoussac is a long full-day trip.
Québec City is one of the oldest European-founded cities in North America, with a fortified old town above the St. Lawrence River. Its historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the walking tour explores its streets, stairways and landmarks.
Beyond the walls, Montmorency Falls drops from a cliff near the city and is taller than Niagara Falls. The tour continues to Île d'Orléans, a rural island of farms and villages in the river. For wildlife, the Tadoussac trip travels downriver to where whales feed in the estuary.
QuebecNature & scenery
Montmorency Falls & Île d’Orléans Tour
A 83 m waterfall, the Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré shrine and an island of farms and orchards.
QuebecWildlife
Tadoussac Whale Watching Day Trip from Québec City
A long day to the Saguenay fjord, where the St. Lawrence draws whales to feed.
Tips for your day tour from Québec City
- Wear shoes with good grip, as the old town has hills, stairs and cobblestones.
- Whale watching is seasonal, so ask about the best months when requesting Tadoussac.
- Bring a warm layer for any river or waterfall viewing.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Old Québec walking tour?
The Old Québec City Walking Tour is a half-day outing of about two to three hours.
What is on the Montmorency Falls tour?
The Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans Tour is a half-day outing of about four to five hours covering the waterfall and the island countryside.
Is Tadoussac a day trip?
Yes, but a long one. The Tadoussac Whale Watching Day Trip from Québec City takes roughly twelve to fourteen hours, and sightings are never guaranteed.