Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town
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Is Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town worth booking?
Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town is a 1.5-hour experience in Quebec City, Canada, from $8 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (13)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $8 per person
You are a soldier from the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, 1759. You think you survived. You need to find General Montcalm, deliver a letter, and save the city of Québec. Follow the clues through the fortifications, ca
What you get
About this experience
You are a soldier from the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, 1759. You think you survived. You need to find General Montcalm, deliver a letter, and save the city of Québec. Follow the clues through the fortifications, cathedrals, and cobblestoned courtyards of one of North America's most storied cities — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where 400 years of history live in every stone. But something about the city feels wrong. The streets are too quiet. The people don't seem to see you. And the letter in your pocket grows older with every step. This self-guided exploration game has 11 stops across Old Town Québec, taking about 1 hour 30 minutes over 1.6 km of easy walking. No guide, no group, no fixed schedule — start anytime and play at your own pace using the Questo app. Includes audio narration at every stop. Perfect for history lovers, couples, and anyone who wants to experience Québec's story from the inside.
What's included
Included
- Flexible scheduling — start anytime, play at your own pace
- Story-driven mystery — deliver a secret letter before it's too late
- Interactive puzzles at the Parliament, fortification walls, and Place Royale
- Self-guided ghost quest through UNESCO-listed Old Town Québec
- Play solo on one device or in multiplayer — each player on their own phone
Not included
- Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)
What you'll see and do
Fontaine de Tourny
Although only recently installed in Québec City, the Tourny Fountain has a fascinating history. Six copies of this work, designed by French sculptor Mathurin Moreau in 1853, were made, and it was exhibited at the 1855 World's Fair in Paris. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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The first Saint-Louis Gate was in the late 17th century under the French Regime at its present location. During the British Regime, the army closed the gate doors at night to restrict travel between the city and outlying areas, which disrupted trade and hampered the city's development. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Everyone familiar with Old Quebec is familiar with the tall old elm tree on Rue Saint-Louis at the corner of Rue du Corps-de-Garde, and what appears to be a large cannonball trapped in its gnarly roots. Calèche drivers slow their horse's gait to point it out to their passengers. Curious passers-by invariably stop and try to figure out how the cannonball could have gotten there, and when. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Founded in 1639, the Couvent des Ursulines is the oldest institution of learning for women in North America. Its chapel is where French general Louis-Joseph Montcalm was buried after he died in the 1759 battle that decided the fate of New France. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
In 1804 the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity was the first Anglican church built outside Britain. Now its a National Historic Site of Canada (1989). The Cathedral designed in the neoclassic Palladian style, and it was modeled after the St Martin-in-the-field Church in Trafalgar. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Hotel De Ville De Quebec
The public square was then known as Grande Place, Grande Place de la Haute Ville, and Place du Marché. In 1900, the public square was renamed Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville following the construction of city hall, though it was also known as place Notre-Dame and place de la Basilique until the middle of the 20th century. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Seminaire du Quebec
The Séminaire de Québec was a society of Catholic priests founded in 1663 by François de Laval, who would become the first bishop of Québec. He established this society to train priests, evangelize the Aboriginals, and administer the parishes of the colony as a whole. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Monument Samuel De Champlain
This monument, created in honor of the founder of Québec City, a work by Paul Chevré, was inaugurated in 1898. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Jean-Paul Lemieux, (November 18, 1904, December 7, 1990) was one of the foremost twentieth-century painters in Canada. He worked in several different styles, as represented by his five artistic periods. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Place Royale
This is the precise location where Samuel de Champlain built the first permanent French settlement in the Americas. Erected in 1608, his first abitation was a fort, store, trading post, and residence all rolled into one. That's why Place Royal is considered the cradle of French North America. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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The Parliament Building (French: Hôtel du Parlement) is an eight-floor building in Quebec City and home to the Parliament of Quebec, composed of the Lieutenant-Governor and the National Assembly. The building was designed by architect Eugène-Étienne Taché and was built from 1877 to 1886.
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It was inaugurated on September 15, 1896, in the Old Quebec neighborhood. The building slopes downward as it was built on a hill and was once home to the Jesuit College (Jesuit Barracks) from the 1730s to 1878. The city hall was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1984.
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Notre-Dame-de-Québec has served the first Catholic parish in North America ever since 1664. It acquired cathedral status in 1674 when it became the seat of the huge Diocese of Québec, and 200 years later, that of a basilica. Its history has been marked by shelling, fires, and multiple reconstructions and renovations.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quebec City
Please use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the Questo app closely.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
You will be guided step by step to Place Royale by the Questo app. Follow the instructions closely and you'll get here.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Questo
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Family vacation stop in Quebec
It was a lot of fun walking around Quebec learning the history on this tour. Our whole family enjoyed it!
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear your family enjoyed exploring Old Quebec and learning its history through the puzzle walk. It’s wonderful to know it added fun and discovery to your vacation.
via Viator
Fun inexpensive tour
We had a great time completing the tour, it was a lot of fun. The information provided was very informative and a fun way to see the city.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had fun exploring Old Quebec and enjoyed the mix of puzzles and local stories. Hope to see you on another Questo adventure soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great way to see the small details that make a city special!
What a wonderful way to explore a city on your own. We had done a walking tour 2 days before so had our bearings as we began. Using clues every now and then just added to the experience. One stop had construction, but I had a photo of the same place from a year ago and was able to solve the challenge😀 Can't wait to use Questo in New Orleans.
Response from the operator: Thanks for the wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed exploring the city with Questo and your clever solution to a challenge. If you have more cities to explore or any feedback, let us know. Happy questing! 😊
via Tripadvisor
A great way to take in the sites and attractions of Old Quebec!
Great way to tour the city and learn some interesting history. Puzzles were challenging but not too hard. Happy they went in order and didn't have you going back and forth across the city to get to them. I'd definitely recommend this one!
Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed the city experience with Questo! The history, puzzles, and logical order made it a great experience. Feel free to explore more or ask questions anytime. Happy exploring and discovering! 🏞️🕵️♂️🗺️
via Tripadvisor
DO IT
This was my favorite thing we did in Quebec City. I love architecture and sight-seeing, my husband loves history, and we both love solving riddles and puzzles. This was the PERFECT was for us to see the city and this game took us to locations we might not have seen otherwise!
Response from the operator: Your review has us jumping for joy! We're thrilled to hear that our quest in Quebec City topped your list of favorite activities. It's fantastic that the game perfectly aligned with your interests, blending architecture, sight-seeing, history, and puzzle-solving into a delightful experience. Not only did it allow you to explore the city, but it also took you to off-the-beaten-path locations. Thank you for your support, and get ready for more thrilling adventures with us in the future! Happy questing!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $9
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quebec City.
How much does Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town cost?
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Prices start at $8 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 Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 13 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 Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town?
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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 Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town?
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Around 5 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Quebec City Ghost Quest: Self-Guided History Game in Old Town 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.
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