Discover Québec City with a local and unlock this unique city’s essence with Toonie Tours. Our free walking tour isn’t just a sightseeing trip—it’s an invitation to connect with the heart and soul of La Vieille Capitale. From the towering Château Frontenac to the cobblestone streets of Old Québec, our journey takes you through the city's rich French heritage, breathtaking architecture, and captivating history. As you stroll past centuries-old fortifications and charming plazas, our expert storytelling will transport you through time, helping you truly become a part of Québec’s living history. So, whether you're a solo explorer, a…
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Québec City is famous for the European feel of its cobbled old city “inside the walls.” Beyond the old fortress are charming parks, fascinating museums, charming neighbourhoods, and of course, the sites of the unequalled Carnaval. Our experience has been that Québec is best discovered with an expert local guide on a walking tour.
Québec is at once filled with grand castles and cozy walkable neighbourhoods, along the bustling shore of the St. Lawrence River. Our tours are all about connecting you to this city and everything it has to offer. If you are searching for local recommendations and tips, our tours are for you.
As one of Canada’s top destinations, Québec was the perfect choice for Toonie Tours. We specialize in walking tours that are accessible year-round. You will explore the history, culture and architecture of the city on our Free Walking Tour of Québec, from hilltop splendour to hidden halls.
Québec City is a charming, historic city perched on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in eastern Canada. Known for its cobblestone streets, 17th-century architecture, and the iconic Château Frontenac, it feels like a slice of Europe in North America. As the heart of French Canada, it blends rich culture, cuisine, and history. The walled Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-see.
To us, Québec City is one of the best tourist locations in the world. Below are a few lists to help you find the best things to do, great stays, delicious eats, and epic shopping. Bienvenue à Québec!
The oldest city in Canada is today a bustling provincial capital steeped in history and culture, that’s also often called the most European place in Canada. With 400 years of things to do, this page features a relatively short list of our favourite things to do in Québec City.
We understand that this isn’t a very descriptive list, but we wanted to keep this to the point. If you want to take a deeper dive into Québec, check out our blog and consider subscribing. We plan to come out with new content weekly where we will have plenty of room to elaborate on all of our local advice.
From thrifty backpackers to boutique vacationers, Québec City has a room for you to rest your head. Here is a short list of our top stays in the area for any type of sightseer.
Enjoy your stay, and your time in la belle provence!
With all its history, many of the iconic food traditions of Canada have their origins right here in Québec City. Despite all this tradition, the chefs of today still find space to innovate and surprise! There is nowhere near enough space to list all favourites, but what follows are some of the most iconic eateries in the capital.
It’s known across Canada that the Quebecois know how to light up any night of the week. While Montreal may be the DJ and party capital of the nation, don’t discount an evening out in the grand dame of St. Lawrence cities, where a heritage of jazz and folk music suffuses the cobblestone streets, lined with classy cocktail bars and hip brewpubs.
Have fun, and drink responsibly.
While in Québec, be sure to take advantage of the city’s cozy and historic shopping areas. Here are some of our favourite local spots to shop:
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Yes, though using a stroller is always at your own risk among the stairs and cobblestones of an older city! Customers with strollers may also be interested in booking a private tour so we can customize this tour for various mobility concerns including strollers.
Yes, but please understand it is always at your own risk, especially as the route may use stairs or rough cobblestone streets! We recommend customers with mobility concerns book a private tour so we can customize tours for various mobility concerns including wheelchairs.
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