Explore Québec City with an easy hop-on hop-off pass
Québec City blends fortified history, French-Canadian charm, and dramatic river scenery into a compact, walkable destination that still has a lot to discover.
A hop-on hop-off ticket helps you move smoothly between Old Québec, the Plains of Abraham, Grand Allée, the Parliament area, and key waterfront viewpoints while onboard commentary adds local stories, legends, and context you might miss on your own..
Québec City Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Visiting timetable
Buses usually run from morning into late afternoon, with regular departures at major stops. First and last departure times can shift by season and day of week, especially outside summer.
Québec City Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Closing Days
Tours generally operate through the main travel season; reduced service, weather adjustments, or temporary reroutes may happen on holidays, event days, or during roadworks.
Where is Located
Québec City, Québec, Canada – Old Québec, Upper Town, Lower Town & Saint Lawrence Riverfront
How to join the Québec City hop-on hop-off bus
Many visitors begin near Old Québec or Place d’Armes, but you can board at any official stop on the loop. Most stops are easy to reach on foot, by city bus, or by short taxi ride from central hotels.
By Train
If you arrive at Gare du Palais, you can take a local bus, taxi, or a pleasant walk toward Old Québec depending on luggage and weather. Main boarding points near the historic center are well known, and staff can usually help scan your mobile ticket quickly.
By Car
Driving is possible, but streets in and around Old Québec can be narrow, busy, and occasionally one-way. It is often easier to park once in a central paid garage near Old Québec or Grande Allée, then use the hop-on hop-off bus for the day.
By Bus
RTC city buses connect neighborhoods and transport hubs with downtown areas close to major sightseeing stops. Ride to a central point, then walk a few minutes to the nearest hop-on hop-off boarding location.
On Foot
If you are staying inside Old Québec, in Saint-Jean-Baptiste, or near the Parliament district, several stops are comfortably walkable. Look for the branded bus signs and ask hotel staff for the nearest boarding point if needed.
Why choose the hop-on hop-off bus in Québec City
Enjoy easy transfers between hilltop lookouts, historic gates, lively avenues, and waterfront areas, with elevated views and the flexibility to stop whenever a street, terrace, or museum invites you in.
Québec City Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus
Old Québec & Château Frontenac
Hop off in the heart of historic Québec City to explore fortified lanes, cathedral squares, and iconic terraces where river views open dramatically between stone buildings and centuries-old architecture.
Plains of Abraham & Parliament District
Ride through broad avenues and historic parkland where military history, monuments, and local daily life meet. This area is perfect for slower walks, museum visits, and beautiful photo stops.
Petit-Champlain & Lower Town
Descend toward one of North America’s most charming old commercial quarters, lined with boutiques, cafés, murals, and cozy corners that feel especially magical in every season.
Québec City hop-on hop-off at a glance
Quick answers to help you plan your sightseeing day.
Book your Québec City hop-on hop-off pass
Do one full loop for orientation, then hop on and off where the city feels most alive to you.
Choose ticket options that pair your sightseeing bus with local attractions for a fuller Québec City experience.