
Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour worth booking?
Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Quebec City, Canada, from $3 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (16)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $3 per person
The Best Way to Discover Old Quebec: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a classic poutine at a local bistro or browse the European-style boutiques and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: City Hall, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-, Place d’Armes, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, Monument Samuel-De Champlain, Montmorency Park, Quebec City Mural, Place Royale, and Quartier Petit Champlain.
What you get
About this experience
The Best Way to Discover Old Quebec: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a classic poutine at a local bistro or browse the European-style boutiques and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: City Hall, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-, Place d’Armes, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, Monument Samuel-De Champlain, Montmorency Park, Quebec City Mural, Place Royale, and Quartier Petit Champlain.
What's included
Included
- Navigation: GPS navigation included via the app.
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn't finish at the starting location.
Not included
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Old Quebec. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quebec City
Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- World City Trail
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support; the chat link is our only official support channel.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun
Fun, great value, and the perfect way to explore Quebec City at our own pace. The puzzles were entertaining — only one tripped us up — and stopping at shops and restaurants along the way made it even better.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed exploring Old Quebec at your own pace and found the puzzles entertaining. It sounds like the shops and restaurants made the adventure even more enjoyable, and we’re glad only one puzzle managed to stump you! We hope to welcome you on another adventure in a different city soon! 🗺️
via Tripadvisor
Fun afternoon in Quebec City!
My husband and I like to take city tours when we visit a new place, but sometimes it gets a little boring following a group of people around for 3 hours. So today we tried this scavenger hunt. We made our way all around town, solved puzzles, and learned about the city. It was just the two of us so we could stop for a snack or check out a museum when we wanted. What a fun day!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed discovering Old Quebec without having to follow a group, and that the freedom to stop for a snack or visit a museum made the day your own. It’s great to hear that you combined puzzles, sightseeing, and flexibility for such a fun day! We hope to welcome you again in another city soon! 🗺️
via Tripadvisor
Ok treasure hunt but good be more fun
It was an ok treasure hunt but some of the clues were very difficult to work out and for our first answer it was marked as wrong eventhough we input the right answer. It was ok to show us some of the sights but not sure I would bother with one
Response from the operator: 😊 Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re sorry that some clues felt too difficult and especially that a correct answer was marked wrong, that’s certainly frustrating. We’ll pass your comments about the puzzle difficulty and answer validation to our team so we can improve the experience. 🗺️
via Tripadvisor
A MUST DO!
My boyfriend and I missed a guided tour that we had booked for our day trip to Quebec City on our trip here. We were feeling down that we were going to miss out on seeing all the amazing sights. A quick Google search landed up on the World City Trails app, and a scavenger hunt to self guide our way through old Quebec City. The price was great so we thought, why not? Buying this scavenger hunt was a highlight of our trip. It was knowledgeable, fun, and being able to complete it at our own pace made it even better. We completed half before lunch and half after. Not to mention the cute little food attraction recommendations. We are getting ready for our second adventure with them tonight through the streets of Montreal! This is a MUST DO!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much Caylee! 😊 Turning a missed guided tour into a highlight of your trip is exactly why we built World City Trail — and hearing you're already heading out through the streets of Montreal tonight makes our day! Knowledgeable, fun, at your own pace, with cute food stops along the way — that's the whole experience in a nutshell. Enjoy Montreal, and with 167 cities available your third adventure is already waiting! 🗺️
via Tripadvisor
Awkward to use
I found the clues difficult to understand. I haven’t done many scavenger hunts like this so that could be why. My suggestion is to provide a bit more explanation of the answers like for example…
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback! We're sorry the clues weren't clear enough in Old Quebec. Your suggestion about explaining the answers more fully is a good one and we'll pass it to our team — we're actively working on making the puzzles easier to follow for first-timers. Our 24/7 chat at worldcitytrail.com/chat is also always there to help with any clue. We hope to welcome you on a smoother adventure soon! 🗺️
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by World City Trail, who run 99 experiences we rank across 96 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.3.
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Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quebec City.
How much does Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $3 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quebec City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quebec City is not rushed.
Is Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quebec City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quebec City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quebec City and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quebec City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quebec City?
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On Outty we rank every Quebec City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Old Quebec Classique Walking Tour with Funicular, Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour with a guide-Gratuity based, Quebec City Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quebec City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quebec City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Included: Navigation: GPS navigation included via the app; World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create"; Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops; Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of read; and 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support availabl. Not included: Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want; Entrance fees; and Max 15 people per booking in Old Quebec. For larger groups, make multiple bookings. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Dutch and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Quebec City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Old Quebec Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour?
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Across 16 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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