$290
1-2 persons
Since 2015 • Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence • Locally owned and operated
Discover the essence of Quebec city and explore trendy neighborhoods with a private full-day tour! This 5-hour Quebec City walking tour covers the architecture, culture, economy and the pivotal events of Quebec's history. Also, you will learn about Quebec City's challenges as a vibrant, modern city. Covering both old and modern Quebec, this private full-day tour goes across Quebec City's main historical sites and dozens of other hidden Quebec city treasures while making the connection between the facts of yesterday and today's reality. Planning of the day: AM: walking tour of Old Quebec (mostly inside the Fortifications) Free time for lunch on St-Jean Street or Grande-Allée Street (own expense) PM: walking tour of St-Jean Baptiste and St-Roch neighborhoods




Parliament Building, Fairmont Chateau Frontenac, the city fortifications, Dufferin Terrace, Place Royale, the Petit-Champlain district, the Morrin Center, City Hall Plaza, St-Jean and St-Roch neighborhoods…and some surprises on the way!
A first-time visit to any city can be overwhelming. What to see? What to do? To simplify your first visit, I've created the perfect Quebec City Full-day Tour for first-time visitors. Think of it as my “greatest hits” as well as my favorite off the beaten tracks spots.
Since 2014, I'm a proud certified Quebec City tour guide. I also had my degree after completing a 3-year college program in Tourism.
This walking tour includes the main sights of Quebec City... but we also go off-the-beaten path but exploring local and dynamic neighborhoods of St-Jean and St-Roch.
I accept credit card payment using Square in the methods below, as well as cash in person. I accept both CAD and USD.
Feel free to reach out and I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.
On my website, all my fares are in Canadian Dollars but I accept payments in both CAD and USD.
I do not use an online booking system at the moment. Please send me a message using the contact form below, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
I run private tours so I don’t have a predetermined starting time. We will start our tour at the most convenient time for you!
Yes. A one-year training or a 3-year technique program in Tourism is mandatory in order to have a tour guide license. This training is recognized by Québec City Professional Tour Guides Association (AGTQ) and an official diploma is given when the student graduates. When guiding, a tour guide must wear his license visibly. Wearing the license is proof of competence, of respect for the municipal laws and of other tour guides. A tour guide not wearing a valid permit contravenes the municipal bylaw and is liable to a substantial fine.
Fabulous tour! - We spent 3 hours with Marie-Pierre and had a wonderful time today. We learnt so much about not only Quebec City but Canada too. She was a delight to be... read more with - thank you Marie-Pierre!
Suburb day in Quebec city - We loved Marie We were a group of eight older adults for which she was very accommodating on a chilly day of sleet and rain.
... read more She was passionate about Quebec city Exceptionally knowledgeable and accommodating for our group. Would highly recommend her without hesitation.
Wonderful walking tour. - Marie was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about her city. She was patient with all our questions, and had great recommendations for food and shopping. Viva la... read more Marie.
Excellent walking tour - A wonderful tour of Old Quebec city with Marie-Pierre of Nomad Tours. We saw some alley ways, murals, and the hidden gems of QC. Very informative with lots... read more of history. We would highly recommend this tour!
Highly recommend Marie! - Marie is a delightful and very knowledgeable guide in Quebec City. My husband and I had the pleasure of touring Old Quebec City with Marie - we learned so... read more much, saw so much, bought some great souvenirs at Marie’s suggestion - and Marie answered our questions with grace and enthusiasm. I very highly Recommend Marie when you visit Quebec!!
Highly recommend Marie Pierre with family and dog! - We recently had the pleasure of getting a private tour with Marie Pierre as our guide and the entire family loved it. We were with my two teenage kids, my... read more parents in their 70s and our goldendoodle. It was not easy managing everyone’s expectations, pace and questions but Marie Pierre did a wonderful job of keeping the tour interesting, mixing history, culture and recommending restaurants and thrifting stores (friperie) for my daughter. If you are touring QC, I would definitely book with her!
Fantastic tour even on a really cold day. - We (family of 4 with two teenage girls) had a fantastic tour with
Marie-Pierre. She met us at our hotel and provided really interesting information about Quebec City and... read more the places we stopped at during our tour. We had the tour on a really cold today, and she was flexible in bringing us to spots inside to warm up and keep us moving while we were walking. She was kind, energetic, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend taking a tour with her.
Daryn B
Fun, fantastic tour guide! - Marie was an absolutely wonderful guide. Over the course of the 2.5-hour walking tour, she brought Quebec City’s history to life with stories that were thoughtful, engaging, and beautifully paced.... read more She struck the perfect balance between historical insight, cultural context, and local anecdotes, making the city feel both grand and deeply human. Marie was attentive to our needs, happy to answer questions, and clearly passionate about Quebec and its history. We left the tour feeling oriented, inspired, and even more in love with the city. I would highly recommend this tour—especially if Marie is your guide.




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