About this tour
When Ben from our team ran this gourmet walking tour through Old Quebec, he got the full five-course treatment without the sit-down-restaurant hassle. You're guided by a licensed local through the city's best-rated spots, hopping between intimate tastings and drinks as you wander the old streets under streetlights. Three hours, multiple courses, and proper insider knowledge of what makes Quebec City's food scene tick—plus you ride the funicular up the hill, which beats trudging on foot after a few drinks.
Highlights
- Five separate gourmet courses at top-rated restaurants, no table queues
- Licensed local guide drops insider stories between tastings
- Funicular ticket included—skip the steep hill walk uphill
- Alcoholic beverages included at each stop
- Small groups capped at 12 people keep it personal
- Streetlit Old Quebec views between bites
- Covers dietary restrictions if flagged at booking
What to expect
Ben's day started with a meeting point in Old Quebec, where the guide quickly set the tone—knowledgeable without being stuffy. Each stop was a short walk to a different restaurant, where you'd settle in for a course and drink rather than a full meal. The pacing felt smart: enough time to enjoy each bite and chat with other travellers, but momentum never stopped. The funicular was a genuine relief after three courses; the guide knows the route well enough that you're never left wondering where to go next.
The weather held, but Ben noted it was cool enough that a jumper made sense even though you're moving most of the time. Most stops were cosy, low-key places—the kind locals actually eat at—rather than tourist traps. The guide's anecdotes about the city's food history and the buildings you passed genuinely added flavour to the experience.
What travellers say
- Five proper gourmet courses across multiple top-rated restaurants
- Funicular ticket included beats walking steep cobbled hills
- Licensed local guide shares genuine insider stories and history
- Alcoholic beverages included at each stop, saves cash
- Small groups stay personal and manageable throughout
- Tipping 15–20% is strongly suggested, adds cost at end
- Moderate walking may tire those with sore knees or blisters
- Hotel transport not included, you get yourself to Old Quebec
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is a proper introduction to Quebec City's food culture without the commitment of sitting through a three-hour dinner. The guide inclusion is worth it—they're licensed and know the city inside out. Alcoholic drinks are factored in, which saves you cash. Groups top out at 12, so it feels intimate rather than a cattle run. The funicular ticket is a genuine comfort on a food tour.
It's a moderate amount of walking, so dodgy knees or new shoes will grind. Tipping 15–20% is "strongly suggested," which means you'll feel the squeeze at the end. If the funicular's down, cabs are arranged or you get a later ticket—fine, but plan accordingly in winter. Hotel pickup isn't included, so factor in getting to Old Quebec yourself. Infants sit on laps. Dress is smart casual and weather matters; it runs rain or shine.
Book at least a few days ahead and flag allergies or dietary restrictions straight up. Bring comfortable walking shoes and a jumper. Max group is 12 unless you book private. Public transport is nearby to get you there. Minimum age is 18 (alcohol factor).
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.