Want to visit Québec City while spending as little as possible?
Then follow these top 15 free tours, museums and activities in Québec City that we’ve compiled for you to enjoy without ruining yourself.
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Visit the old town of Québec
vieux-Québec is a district best explored on foot. The monuments, streets, petit-champlain, parks and riverbanks make for a quite pleasant and completely free tour of Québec City. Vieux-Québec is the historic and most authentic center of the city. As you stroll through the streets, you’ll encounter monuments, artisans, and homes that are reminders of Québec culture.
Free performances by Cirque du Soleil
Every summer, Cirque du Soleil, based in Québec City, hosts outdoor performances. They are free and therefore very popular: we recommend that you get there early, as the wait can be long. Some performances are paid, of course, but you can ask about the dates of the performances that are open to the public!
Go to the market and experience local life
Visiting Québec City is a real activity. You can admire the architecture, interact with local artisans, stroll through the streets, …
We strongly recommend the market in the Old Port of Québec City, which promotes many local artisans and products
This first free activity will help you to better know the authenticity and charm of life in Québec City.
Visit the residence of the Governor of Canada
Located in the Citadel of Québec City, it is a remnant of the founding of Québec City and the first wars that accompanied it. Very often, free guided tours are organized there. The tour lasts an hour, so do not hesitate, you will learn a lot.
Walks in Québec City
Québec City is a very beautiful city that is best explored on foot. There are many different walks to discover, between the monuments, in the streets or on the banks of the river
The best places for walks are the parks, especially the Parc Victoria, the Parc Chauveau, the Parc St Mathews, the Promenade de la terrasse Dufferin near the Château Frontenac, the Plaines d’Abraham or the banks of the Saint Lawrence and the Saint Charles River
The Samuel Champlain promenade should also be mentioned here. The numerous parks, large areas and landscaped promenades make Québec City a city that is particularly easy to explore on foot.
What is free to do in Québec City? Have a picnic outdoors
All the places I mentioned in the previous point are also ideal places to have a picnic in Québec City when the weather is nice, whether in a group, with your family or as a couple. Also, don’t hesitate to bring board games that will enrich your relaxing moments outdoors.
Enjoy free outdoor performances in Québec City
In summer, street artists perform in the streets, on the Plaines d’Abraham and on the Dufferin terrace. Take a walk in the evening and watch the jugglers, musicians and all the other artists performing in the streets of Québec City. We suggest you check the tourist information office or the internet for all the places to go to see the performances. Events are organized on a regular basis!
Take part in free yoga classes in Quebec
Every summer, public yoga classes are offered on the Promenade Dufferin. Whether you practice yoga or not, these classes are suitable for all levels. We recommend them to you for a real moment of relaxation with a breathtaking view of the Château Frontenac.
A bike tour to the Île d’Orléans
This free activity (provided you have a bike) is very popular with Québec City residents. The ride is very refreshing and varied. You have to cross the bridge and when you walk in the evening, you can admire the lights of the city on the Saint Lawrence River.
Visit Île d’Orléans for free
You can reach the island by bike or by car and walk around it. The local life there is full of charm and the landscapes are worth a visit. Many views of this island are postcard worthy, so you can collect many memories. It has an area of almost 200 square kilometers with numerous bike paths, beaches and fields.
Zumba classes in Beauport Bay
I’ve told you about the yoga classes at Dufferin Terrace, but if you prefer Zumba, you should know that free classes open to the public are held in Beauport Bay during the summer. Sessions are usually held from 1 to 2 p.m., and you can find out more at the tourist information office.
Saint-Jean-Baptiste in June
If you’re in Québec City in June, you can take part in the Saint John’s Day celebrations, usually held on the Plaines d’Abraham, a large square where shows and concerts are regularly held.
The Fête de la Nouvelle-France
at the beginning of August, events are held in the Petit Champlain district and in the Place Royale to celebrate the New France. This festival commemorates the founding of Québec City by Frenchmen (including Champlain) in the 17th century and the construction of the city in the following centuries. Its name “New France” is derived from it. The historic atmosphere of Québec’s founding is recreated here, and you can dine to music in this unique setting.
Free visits to the museums
Very often in Québec City, on the first Sunday of every month, museums open for free to promote and share culture. So, take advantage of this exceptional offer to discover Québec City from other points of view, be it historical, cultural or artistic. We therefore recommend that you keep an eye out for museums that open for free and plan your visits.
A bike tour of Québec City
In addition to the bike route to Île d’Orléans, you should know that there are over 400 kilometers of bike paths in Québec City that you can use to crisscross the city. This will allow you to enjoy the exceptional scenery.
That was our selection of free activities you can do in Québec City. You can also ask about fireworks that you can admire in Québec City
In the summer, an event called Grands-Feux Loto-Québec regularly lights up the sky with pyrotechnic shows fired from the Saint Lawrence River that can be admired in many locations in Québec City
We strongly recommend that you consult the Internet or the tourist information office when you arrive. This will allow you to locate all the offers available in Québec City during your stay.
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