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The 15 Best Walking Tours in Canada

67 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Old Quebec, Old Montreal, Gastown and the Distillery District were all built before cars and still behave that way. These 15 walks are priced by length, with a note on the ones that involve real stairs or a winter wind.

Quebec City Walking Tour - Starting beside Château Frontenac
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Quebec City Walking Tour

1.Quebec City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,716 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Walk downhill through Old Québec with a licensed guide in a group of no more than 15. You’ll hear stories from 1608 to today, see the Upper and Lower Town, pass the Fortifications, Citadelle, Place Royale, and finish near the funicular. Guides such as Mark, Louise, Robert, and Christian are known for lively local insight.

“Robert was enthusiastic about Quebec history and so knowledgeable. We learned a lot and got a lot of great recommendations.”

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Old Quebec City: Grand Walking Tour with Private Option - Meeting at the Tourist Information Center
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Old Quebec City: Grand Walking Tour with Private Option

2.Old Quebec City: Grand Walking Tour with Private Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,609 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $29

You’ll walk from upper Old Quebec downhill toward Place Royale and Petit-Champlain, stopping at Dufferin Terrace, City Hall, the fortifications, and more. Guides such as Mark, Yves, Carole, and Francis bring Quebec’s past to life with humor, local tips, and clear storytelling. Choose a small group or a 2½-hour private tour.

“Our guide, Robert was so informative. We learned so much history. Highly recommend.”

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The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour by Guidatour - Starting at Place d’Youville
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The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour by Guidatour

3.The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour by Guidatour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,217 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Walk Old Montréal with an official city-certified Guidatour guide in a group capped at 16 people. You’ll see Place Royale, Notre-Dame Basilica from outside, Place d’Armes, City Hall, Bonsecours Market, and St. Paul Street while hearing local stories, language history, architecture notes, and practical tips. Guides may include Pierre, Sarah, Thomas, or Angelina.

“Excellent experience! We got to hear a lot of history of Old Montréal, and saw plenty of amazing buildings and sights to see. Our guide Angelina was fantastic; we really enjoyed the way she spoke about the history. She answered all of the questions the group had, and we left having a much better understanding of the history of this beautiful city. Highly recommend for anyone visiting for the first time, it’s the perfect way to get acquainted with the area, and find recommendations for places to check out!”

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Old Montreal Small-Group Walking Tour | Max 10 | by MTL Detours - The silver dome and Montreal’s civic story
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Old Montreal Small-Group Walking Tour | Max 10 | by MTL Detours

4.Old Montreal Small-Group Walking Tour | Max 10 | by MTL Detours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,088 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Walk Old Montreal with a licensed local guide such as Louise, Amelie, Darren, or Elise. In two hours, you’ll visit major landmarks, hear stories about architecture, finance, faith, and city life, and get practical food and museum tips. The tour runs in all weather, includes a local treat and small gift, and ends near Bonsecours Market.

“Louise was great and knew the history very well. She gave us food and shopping recommendations at the end. Would recommend to everyone.”

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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour - Walking Gastown before the first bite
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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

5.Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Walk about five to eight flat city blocks through Gastown with an English-speaking guide such as Sean, Rachel, Andrea, or Connor. Expect six to seven food tastings, three to four drink samples, sit-down stops, local history, and dishes ranging from karaage and tortellini to poutine and waffles. Come hungry and dress for rain.

“Such great restaurant choices, fantastic variety and TWO dessert options. Loved that they include beverages (both alcoholic and non alcoholic options)”

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Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular - Starting near the Old Port and Rue Saint-Paul
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Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular

6.Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,317 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Walk from Old Port through Place Royale, Petit Champlain, and Quebec’s fortifications, then ride the funicular to Upper Town. Your English-speaking local guide covers architecture, politics, culture, and city history in a group of no more than 12. Guides such as Sam, Lynn, Luis, and Pierre are known for lively stories and useful food tips.

“An absolutely wonderful tour! Fun, entertaining, and, most of all, informative! We met up with friends afterwards, that live nearby, and they were very surprised about all that we had seen and learned in only two hours!”

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Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour - Starting at 356 Water Street
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Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour

7.Vancouver Lost Souls of Gastown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,273 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Join Forbidden Vancouver for a 1-hour-45-minute theatrical walk through Gastown. Guides such as Vanessa, Chris, Zoe, Colin, and Joelle stay in character while sharing documented stories of fire, disease, crime, and boomtown life. Expect cobblestones, alleys, photos, dark humor, and adult themes rather than a conventional ghost hunt.

“Cute way to understand history of gastown very knowledgeable host. Nice nighttime activity and way to view shops”

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Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour - From criminal to executioner
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Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour

8.Quebec: Crimes of New France Animated Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 926 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20

Follow a costumed ghost from the Morrin Centre to Place Royale as your guide explains New France crimes, punishments, prisons, and executions. English and French performances use humor, audience participation, and stories from 17th- and 18th-century Quebec. Bring comfortable shoes, warm layers, and rain gear.

“It was interesting and the guide was friendly and fun”

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Montréal: The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour - Meeting the guide at Place d’Youville
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Montréal: The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour

9.The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 911 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk Old Montréal for two hours with a certified local guide in French or English. Guides such as Sebastian, Sarah, Pierre, Thomas, and Caroline mix city history, architecture, culture, and humor, with stops near the Basilica, the underground, and the Wheel area. Expect an easy pace, a small-group feel, and practical ideas for the rest of your stay.

“Sarah was an excellent tour leader, very versed in Montréal history and its quirks. It would be helpful to work in a restroom and sitting break for the older folks.”

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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria - What makes the one-hour route practical
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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

10.Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $17

Follow guides such as Fiona, Naomi, Chris, and Kristia through downtown Victoria after dark. In about an hour, you’ll hear ghost stories tied to historic landmarks, learn the darker side of the city’s past, and finish in haunted Bastion Square. The walk is easy, capped at 18 people, and runs in all weather.

“The ghost tour was the highlight of our time spent in Victoria, Canada. Very awesome experience that I would highly recommend.”

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Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour - The guide is the main attraction
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Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

11.Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 726 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Start at Place Royale at 8:00 pm and follow a costumed actor through Old Montreal’s alleys and streets toward Bonsecours Market. Guides such as Madame Morphine, Constance, Alice, Beatrice, Franklin, and Marguerite mix crimes, hangings, fires, witchcraft, and ghost tales with humor and audience participation. Expect theater as much as history.

“Great tour! We learned a lot about history of Montreal and many ghost sightings in and around the downtown or old Montreal area. I appreciated the historical contacts as well as the very engaged in entertaining method by which our guide told the stories of individuals who had less than fortunate fates.”

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The Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio - Starting at Place d’Armes and the Maisonneuve Monument
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The Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio

12.The Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 716 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $51

This 2-hour-45-minute small-group walk takes you from Old Montreal to the Plateau with guides such as Gabriella, Danny, Mel, and Pax. You’ll see Notre-Dame Basilica, Chinatown, the Underground City, Saint-Laurent Boulevard, murals, and Eva B, with bao, coffee, snacks, and local tips included.

“Our guide Pax was personable, accommodating and had a great sense of humor. It started raining very hard during our tour and Pax improvised by taking us to indoor spaces to stay dry. We stopped for a delicious steamed bao bun in Chinatown. Pax was patient, accommodating, and very knowledgeable and entertaining. I really appreciated his handout with local recommendations for restaurants and bars.”

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Quebec City: Old Quebec Classic Walking Tour with Funicular - Place Royale: Quebec City’s compact starting point
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Quebec City: Old Quebec Classic Walking Tour with Funicular

13.Old Quebec Classic Walking Tour with Funicular

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 695 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $37

Start in Lower Town at 112 Rue Saint-Paul, then walk through Place Royale, Petit-Champlain, and the city mural before riding the funicular to Upper Town. A licensed guide such as Luis, Sam, Diane, or Murielle shares Quebec City history, local tips, and scenic viewpoints. The two-hour route suits first-time visitors, but cobblestones and hills require steady footing.

“Really like our guide. He was very knowledgeable and went out of his way to provide a good tour experience.”

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Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide - Meeting Sam at Fontaine de Tourny
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Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

14.Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 667 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $4Best value

Meet Sam at Fontaine de Tourny for a two-hour English walking tour through Old Quebec. Expect major sights, lesser-known lanes, local stories, photo stops, and practical restaurant and nightlife tips. The tour ends near Place Royale, where you can continue exploring or stop for a meal.

“My girlfriend and I visited Québec City for the first time, and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide than Sam. He was super knowledgeable about the city’s history and walked us through some of the most historical and influential parts of Old Town. He also suggested great spots to visit afterward. Definitely book with him if you’re planning your next trip :)”

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Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto - Looking up at the CN Tower
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Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto

15.Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 621 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk central Toronto with a guide such as Nick, Jason, Ken, Dan, or James, linking the Entertainment District, CN Tower, Harbourfront, PATH, Brookfield Place, Old Toronto, and St. Lawrence Market. Expect local stories, old photographs, food tips, and a group capped at 12 people. The tour is in English and costs $39.13.

“Nick was a great guide, very knowledgeable and interesting and made the whole tour good fun and well worth doing.”

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