WALKING TOURS
The darkest years of New France are just around the corner!
Follow your ghostly host Marie Rivière or Jean Rattier and see what history has to offer!
Option #1
Animated guided tour
“Crimes in New France”
Duration : 90 minutes
Through the dark side stories told by your ghostly host, discover more about the wretched crimes, arrests and executions that happened centuries ago. More “alive” than ever, your new friend will lead you through Old Quebec. Let the lugubrious atmosphere that reigns inside the walls of the old city invade you once the sun is gone. Learn all about the sordid details of a history that has been hidden for too long.
Departures is in front of the Morrin Centre, 44, Chaussée des Écossais street. The end of this tour is on Place Royale.
Schedule
March : Every Saturday
April : Every Saturday
May : Every night
June : Every night, except for june 27th
July and August : Every Sunday, Monday and Thursday
September : On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and on Sunday September 6th.
October: Coming soon.
November : Coming soon.
The tour starts at 8PM in front of the Morrin Centre (44, Chaussée des Écossais)
Rates
- Adult: $20.00
- Student (10 to 17 years old) / Senior: $17.00
- Child under 9 : 1 free per adult
Our walking tours are neither refundable nor exchangeable. Our ghosts are walking rain or shine. In case of rain, please bring rain gears and umbrella. You may also want to wear warm clothes since the tour is taking place exclusively outside.
Option #2
La Chasse aux Fantômes
Walk through the heart of Old Quebec with a map and meet some virtuals criminals of the past like executionner Jean Rattier or the legendary Corriveau. Immersive, educational and fun, La Chasse aux Fantômes du Vieux-Québec will allow you to spend an unforgettable day outdoors with your family, couple or friends.
Equipped with a map, password and your cell phone, you will go in search of ghosts lurking in the city. Directions on the map will lead you to various points of interest. When you are there, all you have to do is read the QR code associated with the point of interest to discover the history of this ghost. Marie Rivière is back in force with a few stories but also with little puzzles that will help you get the code for the final video. Can you decode it?
La Chasse aux fantômes, the outdoor activity that will entertain your family bubble while respecting the sanitary measures in force.
***Note: The videos are in French but a translation will be given to you
Duration : 90 minutes
Schedule
July and August : Tuesday and Friday
September : Not available
October : Not available
Rates
- $25.00 per familly
Our walking tour is neither refundable nor exchangeable.
Option #3
Interactive Street Theatre
“Crimes in New France”
Duration :1h45-2h00
Formerly a den of iniquity for a significant number of criminals, New-France now emerges from the past to expose you to sordid crimes committed hundreds of years ago. The Original Ghost Walking Tour offers you a fascinating step back into the past. For two hours, walk through the heart of Old Quebec City accompanied by your extraordinary ghostly guide, Jean or Marie! Throughout the walk, they will keep you captivated and introduce you to ghosts of past criminals. Be careful, some of these ghosts may be waiting for you…
Departures is in front of the Morrin Centre, 44, Chaussée des Écossais street. The end of this tour is on Place Royale.
Schedule
June : 27th
July and August : Wednesday and Saturday
September : Not available.
October : Coming soon.
Rates
- Adult: $25.00
- Student (10 to 17 years old) / Senior: $22.00
- Child under 9 : 1 gratuity per adult
Our walking tour is neither refundable nor exchangeable. Our ghosts are walking rain or shine. In case of rain, please bring rain gears and and umbrella. You may also want to wear warm clothes since the tour is taking place exclusively outside.
Option #4
Halloween Special
Duration : 2h30
Come discover the dark side of the history of New-France with your favorite ghostly guides, Jean Rattier or Marie Rivière! Just in time for Halloween, learn about the dark and sometimes gruesome past of the colony.
Meet the ghosts of criminals, hear about tales of yore and discover the heart of Quebec City like you’ve never seen it before! Over 15 spectral characters will be greeting you in the dark streets. But beware!
They might not all be well-meaning…
Schedule
October 30th and 31st at 7pm
Rates
- Adult: $30.00
- Student (10 to 17 years old) / Senior: $25.00
- Children (5 to 9 years old): $10.00
Our walking tour is neither refundable nor exchangeable. Our ghosts are walking rain or shine. In case of rain, please bring rain gears and and umbrella. You may also want to wear warm clothes since the tour is taking place exclusively outside.
Option #5
Animated guided tour
“Winter in New-France”
Duration : 75 minutes
Experience the lighter sides of colonial history with our new ‘‘Winter in New France’’ tour! During the coldest season, come and warm your hearts with stories of New-France’s winter traditions and practices.
The brightly decorated streets of old Quebec’s lower town will come alive with the help of your spirited guides, Jean Rattier or Marie Rivière!
Schedule
COMING SOON.
Rates
- Adult: $20.00
- Student (10 to 17 years old) / Senior: $17.00
- Children (5 to 9 years old): $10.00
Our walking tour is neither refundable not exchangeable. Our ghosts are walking rain or shine. In case of rain, please bring rain gears and and umbrella. You may also want to wear warm clothes since the tour is taking place exclusively outside.
Option #6
Interactive street theatre
“Christmas in New-France”
Duration : 75 minutes
This option is our beloved Winter in New France, but with a special focus on Christmas! Experience this jolly walk with characters from the past…or even from the imagination.
Schedule
COMING SOON.
Our walking tour is neither refundable not exchangeable. Our ghosts are walking rain or shine. In case of rain, please bring rain gears and and umbrella. You may also want to wear warm clothes since the tour is taking place exclusively outside.
Rates
- Adult: $25.00
- Student (10 to 17 years old) / Senior: $22.00
- Children (5 to 9 years old): $10.00
