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Old Québec & Montmorency Falls

A city + nature combo to explore Québec’s history and the power of the province’s highest falls.

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📍 Old Québec, cradle of French America

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Old Québec is the only intact walled city north of Mexico. As the cradle of French America, it welcomed explorers like Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette, who mapped the Mississippi.

👉 Long before American independence (1776), Québec City was already a major strategic hub, a historical wink your guide will share with flair.

What you’ll discover

  • Château Frontenac and the fortifications
  • The Plains of Abraham (Battle of 1759)
  • How the city evolved from colony to cultural capital

Your certified guide takes you back in time with a lively, accessible story, filled with anecdotes.

Quebec Bus Tour bus in front of Château Frontenac
Montmorency Falls in winter

🌊 Montmorency Falls, a natural spectacle

Just minutes from downtown, Montmorency Falls create a striking contrast with the historic atmosphere of Old Québec.

  • 83 meters high (higher than Niagara)
  • Thousands of liters of water every second
  • A unique panorama in every season (the ice cone in winter)

On site, you’ll enjoy

  • Lookouts and full site access
  • A visit to Manoir Montmorency
  • A museum space to dive deeper into the history
  • Modern facilities (restrooms, rest areas)

👉 The site also played a strategic role during the Battle of the Conquest in 1759.

🎙️ A human experience

  • Certified, experienced, passionate guide
  • Dynamic storytelling blending history, humor, and anecdotes
  • Bilingual service (FR/EN)
  • A warm approach with a Québec accent

⏱️ Practical info

  • Duration: ~2 h 30
  • Departure: 8 rue du Jardin, Québec (in front of Hôtel Clarendon)
  • Transportation included
  • Great for everyone · small groups

💡 Why choose this tour?

  • The perfect combo: historic city + nature
  • Ideal for a first visit
  • Smooth, simple organization
  • A local guide who brings history to life

⭐ What visitors remember

  • The unique atmosphere of Old Québec
  • The power of the falls
  • The quality of the explanations
  • The balance between info and fun

FAQ – QUÉBEC CITY & MONTMORENCY FALLS TOUR

📍 Where does the tour depart from?

Departure is at 8 rue du Jardin, Québec, in front of Hôtel Clarendon, across from the Jura Clock, in the heart of Old Québec.

🌊 Is admission to Montmorency Falls included?

Yes, access to the Montmorency Falls site is included in the tour, so you can fully enjoy the facilities and viewpoints.

🏙️ What will I see during the tour?

You’ll discover Old Québec’s must-sees (UNESCO), including Place d’Armes, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Plains of Abraham, and the Parliament of Québec.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Is the tour suitable for kids?

Yes, children are welcome. The tour is designed to be enjoyable and accessible for the whole family.

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