Old Town Quebec: European Charm
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
73-103 mins
You will walk
2240 steps
Total distance
1.7 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to fontaine de Tourny whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 11 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Place Royale and see where you land on the Quebec leaderboard.
Highlights
- Walk North America's oldest streets along the Fortifications of Québec- Discover the exact spot where Québec City was officially founded- Uncover the mystery of the cannonball tree- Learn about the founders of New France, from Samuel de Champlain to the Ursuline nuns
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Place Royale
Place de l'Hôtel de Ville
fontaine de Tourny
Ratings and Reviews
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Made by Quebec City Scavenger Hunt
Quebec City Scavenger Hunt created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
The mission: Your story in Quebec
Beat the best: Top Quebec explorers
Good to know before you play
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
Frequently asked questions
What’s the story behind Old Town Quebec: European Charm?
You’re a soldier who survived the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759, and you’re carrying a secret letter detailing a new British attack. Your mission: find General Montcalm in the citadel, pass along the message, and help defend Québec before it’s too late.
Who will enjoy this quest most — history fans, couples, or families?
It’s great for history buffs who love the colonial past. ALSO good for couples who like romantic old-town walks + mystery. Families with older kids who can follow a plot and don’t mind a little urgency will also dig it.
What landmarks will we pass by / see?
You’ll start at Fontaine de Tourny, go along the Fortifications, visit Place Royale, the founding place of Québec City, the Hôtel de Ville square, and stop by quirky spots like the cannonball tree. Hidden gems, not just big monuments.
Will locals discover something new doing this?
Definitely. Even folks familiar with Québec City say they learn stories, see alleys or plaques they never noticed. The clues pull up details of the past people walk right past normally.
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN QUEBEC
A history-led way to explore Quebec
Old Town Quebec: European Charm is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Quebec to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at fontaine de Tourny and finishes at Place Royale over 1.7 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 88 min; 1.7 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, French, Spanish.
