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  • Montreal, Canada

Podcast Tour Quebec City The Gibraltar of the Americas

  • 2 hours 12 minutes (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

Step into the crossfire of empires. Québec City wasn't just built; it was fortified, besieged, conquered, and locked down. On this immersive journey, trace the evolution of North America's most contested military stronghold. From French earthworks born of desperation to massive British stone bastions built out of paranoia, discover how the architecture of war dictated the lives of civilians and soldiers. Decode the anxieties of colonial governors, the strategic brilliance of star-shaped fortresses, and the lingering ghosts of a city designed to survive the end of the world. - A 4.7 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 132 min - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals. - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 99)
7 stops
2 hrs 12 min duration

Stop at: Artillery Park

10 min

The foundational military complex where French defensive earthworks were transformed into a massive British ordnance hub.

Stop at: St. Jean Gate

10 min

A reconstructed city gate that illustrates the daily friction between military authority and civilian commerce.

Stop at: St. Louis Gate

10 min

The gate facing the Plains of Abraham, representing the ultimate strategic anxiety of a land-based siege.

Stop at: Martello Tower No. 1

10 min

A squat, circular defensive tower built out of British paranoia during the War of 1812.

Stop at: The Citadelle of Québec

10 min

The massive star-shaped fortress known as the 'Gibraltar of the Americas,' built to deter American invasion and suppress local rebellion.

Stop at: Lieu historique national des Forts-et-Châteaux-Saint-Louis

10 min

An underground archaeological crypt revealing the buried remains of the French and British colonial seats of power.

Stop at: Place d'Armes

10 min

The historic military parade ground, now a peaceful square, offering a final reflection on the city's militarized past.

Meeting And Pickup

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

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