Discover Quebec City with a Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Explore Quebec City on your own terms with the Quebec Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. Wander through cobblestone streets, stand before historic cannons, and stroll along North America's oldest shopping street — all at your own pace. This experience offers a fun, interactive way to discover the city’s rich history and vibrant stories without a guide.
Using your phone, you'll follow a series of riddles and challenges that lead you from one iconic landmark to the next. No fixed start time means you can begin whenever suits you, making it perfect for flexible schedules. Enjoy the thrill of competition with friends or family as you score points and try to beat the city's high score.
Highlights include starting at the Monument à Champlain, exploring the charming Petit-Champlain district, and standing on Place Royale, where French America began. Available in 24 languages, this self-guided tour is accessible for all ages and fitness levels, offering a memorable way to experience Quebec City.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the self-guided tour take?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours, but you can take as much time as you like since it's self-paced.
What languages are available for the scavenger hunt?
The tour is available in 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and more. You can select your preferred language when starting the game in the app.
Do I need a guide or group to participate?
No guide is needed. This is a completely self-guided experience, perfect for individuals, families, or small groups up to 30 people.
Are there any additional costs or entrance fees?
No, all puzzles relate to public areas of the sights, so no entrance fees are required to enjoy the game.
Is this experience suitable for children?
Yes, it’s suitable for all ages, from children (0-9) to adults (10-90). It’s a fun way for families to explore together.
What do I need to participate?
Just download the free Explorial app on your iOS or Android device, and you'll be ready to start your adventure. A smartphone with internet access is required.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start to receive a full refund.
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Greek, YUE, English, Italian, French, HU, Spanish, CS, UK, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, RO, Dutch, Turkish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Free download of the Explorial App from your app store (iOS or Android required)
- Points and scoring system to compete with your group and beat the city’s high score
- Live location tracking within the map, showing marked landmarks
- Insights into the city’s stories, history, and legends
- Complete flexibility: start anytime, walk at your own pace, and take breaks as needed
- Interactive riddles, trivia challenges, and photo tasks for a fun, engaging experience
Not included
- Live guide — this is a fully self-guided experience; no one will meet you or join your group
- Entrance fees are not included; all puzzles are in public areas that do not require tickets
- This is not an audio guide but an interactive sightseeing, gaming, and learning activity
Itinerary
Self-guided walking tour with interactive challenges across key historic sites in Quebec City.
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Start at Monument à Champlain
Begin your adventure by paying homage to the city’s founder at this historic monument.
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Explore Petit-Champlain
Wander through North America’s most charming neighborhood, filled with quaint shops and cafes.
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Stand on Place Royale
Visit the birthplace of French America, where history comes alive in the heart of Old Quebec.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point to begin your self-guided tour.
Book your Explorial tour today. You can start whenever you like. After booking, you'll receive your game code via text message and Viator message. Download the free Explorial app, head to the meeting point, and enter the 6-digit code to start exploring.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start to receive a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start time
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $5.15 per person
- Free cancellation
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