Best Quebec City Day Tours from Montreal

Among the options we compare, walking tours are the most common way to experience the city. Most of these excursions focus on cultural and historical themes, though you can also find options centered on nature or adventure. If you prefer being on the water, about a quarter of the listings include cruise or sailing components.

Prices vary depending on the level of service, but most options fall between $108–$130. Across the various booking platforms we check, the total price spread ranges from roughly $81 to $269.

These are substantial excursions. You should plan for a duration of about 8 to 13 hours, with a median trip length of approximately 12.5 hours.

While every operator is different, we found that most tours include a guide. Other common inclusions across the options we compare are:

• Transportation (included in 50% of tours)
• Entry tickets (included in 38% of tours)
• Taxes (included in 38% of tours)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (offered by 25% of tours)

The majority of the options we compare are group tours, but a small number are available as private tours. If you are looking for a more personal experience, it is worth checking for those specific listings.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.66★ based on 1,444 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Travellers frequently describe their experiences as fantastic or amazing, and many specifically highlight the knowledgeable guides as a highlight of the trip.

It is often wise to book ahead, as one of the options we compare is flagged as likely to sell out. To give you more flexibility, roughly half of the tours offer free cancellation, and about half provide instant confirmation.

Use the Underground City. It is a massive network of tunnels that connects malls and metro stations to keep you warm.

French is the official language. Most people speak English well, but learning basic French phrases is helpful and polite.

Buy a STM OPUS card. You can use it for the metro and buses. It is much cheaper than taking taxis or rideshares.