Canada · WALKING TOURS
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Canadian seasons are short and the good walking tours fill up inside them. Here are the 15 best, with current prices and what makes each different, so you can book before the window shuts.
2-hour small-group Old Quebec walking tour with an English guide, Upper and Lower Town stops, and stories from 1608 to today.
“Christian was great. He was very knowledgeable, informative and personable. He not only showed us the historical sites, he gave us a lesson on the history of Quebec City and explained how it impacted modern day culture.”
A 2-hour Old Quebec City walking tour with expert guide, big viewpoints, Place Royale, and the fortifications, ending by the funicular.
“Our guide, Carole Parent, was great. She gave us lots of detailed information about so many historical sites & people. She pointed out a great spot for us to get our pictures done, then took our picture! She also gave us some tips on local places to eat and/or to see on our own outside of the tour.”
A 2-hour Old Montréal walk with an official city-certified guide, covering Notre-Dame exterior, Place Royale, markets, squares, and photo stops.
“Our guide was excellent ! Very communicative, jolly, and he really personalized the walk. Great Tour ! Thank you !”
Old Montreal in 2 hours with a max-10 guide, practical history, and local food tips, ending near Bonsecours Market.
“Great tour to lean about the history of old town Montreal. Darren was awesome. Really enjoyed our tour with him.”
Gastown food and history walk in Vancouver with six to seven tastings, beer or wine included, and stories by the Steam Clock.
“The history part is equal to the food part. So you get a small beer and 40 minutes of history before the first bite. Then the food part becomes the main thing until the end.”
Small-group Old Quebec walk plus funicular to Upper Town, with Place Royale and Château Frontenac highlights in 2 hours for $42.40.
“It was a cold snowy day but Lynn was so enthusiastic and informative that the time flew by. She was excellent and made sure to engage with each of us. Highly recommend!!”
Lost Souls of Gastown mixes gothic theater with real Vancouver history, Steam Clock stops, and back-alley stories in 1h45 for $29.
“It was a really interesting and informative tour. Chris was born to lead a group like this. He was amusing, inclusive and with so many interesting stories about the history of Vancouver and especially the Gaslight district.”
Spend 90 minutes with a costumed ghost comedian on a dark, funny Old Quebec walk about New France crimes, trials, and punishments.
“Tour was great Angie was an amazing guide informative and entertaining. We had all ages in our group and she made it interesting for everyone.”
A 2-hour Old Montréal walking tour with a bilingual local guide, cobblestone streets, top architecture, and French-flavored stories.
“This tour was wonderful. Sarah was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting information about Montreal, it's history and key people and groups. This was the best tour we did while in Canada. You won't be disappointed.”
A one-hour ghost walk in Victoria with a local storyteller, historic downtown sights, and spooky tales after dark for small groups.
“Kristia was a great ghost storyteller! She was mindful of the noises around and made sure everyone could hear her clearly. She answered questions about the city and was very knowledgeable! Thank you for a memorable tour! I would highly recommend to those that enjoy these kinds of tours. I try to do them in every new city I visit!”
90-minute ghost walk through Old Montreal with live storytelling, creepy legends tied to real buildings, and easy evening fun.
“10/10 recommend! Alice was an incredible story teller and guide through old Montreal!”
Follow costumed guides through Old Montreal on a 90-minute ghost walk with criminals, witchcraft tales, and spooky history for $26.34.
“Madame Morphine brought this experience to life, or should I say death. She was very engaging, and simply a wonderful guide. We highly recommend this guide and this tour!”
Old Montreal to Plateau street art in 2h45 with a small group, Notre-Dame Basilica time, Chinatown snacks, and local recommendations.
“Danny really made the tour come alive! He clearly knows how to balance being informative with keeping the atmosphere fun and engaging, which is a rare skill for a guide. It's not easy to make a rainy day enjoyable, but his energy and knowledge really seem to have kept the group in great spirits. Plus, his tips and insights about the city's hidden gems, like the vibrant areas of the Red Light District now buzzing with festivals, definitely show he’s more than just a guide—he’s a true Montreal enthusiast! If I were you, I’d definitely be recommending him to anyone visiting the city!”
Old Quebec on foot plus a funicular ride. See Place Royale, Petit Champlain, Château Frontenac, and Notre-Dame in about 2 hours.
“Our guide Carole was friendly and knowledgable. She imparted a good mix of information on Quebec's history, culture and geography. A very enjoyable way to get to know the city.”
Pay-what-you-wish Old Quebec walk with guide Sam, top sights and photo stops, ending near Place Royale for easy dining.
“Great intro if you have never been to Old Quebec. He pointed out many popular places and shared stories of historical people and events. He touches on history throughout the tour, but if you want more in depth look elsewhere. We loved this tour in order to become more familiar with Old Quebec and the geography. He gave recommendations on how to get around, what to see, and a few places to eat/drink. It was a great intro tour for our family. The only thing I had hoped to have pointed out was the location of the Cathedral, and I forgot to ask at the end of the tour. Thanks…”
