Religious Heritage walking tour (3h)

Having headed a religious heritage non-for-profit organization for many years, I’ll be able to open you many doors that normally would be not open to the public! One may wonder how come there is so much religious heritage in the capital city of the nation which has nowadays the least religious practice in all the western world. This tour tells the story of all relevant religious communities in Quebec City, from the glory days to the present times where many religious buildings are being reconverted into new projects (theatres, public libraries, housing projects, etc…). Being one of the only guide in the city with full access to the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, the first Anglican cathedral built outside the British Isles, you’ll be in for not only a treat... but a royal treat! Information will be given on the following religions and denominations: Roman-catholic, Anglican, Presbyterian, Methodist, United Church, Baptist, Congressionalist and Judaism.

1. 1

   Notre Dame De Quebec Basilica Cathedral

   15 min

   The site of the first church in North America! The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

2. 2

   Seminaire du Quebec

   10 min

   The first higher learning institution in french in the Americas. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

3. 3

   Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

   15 min

   The first Anglican cathedral built outside of the Birtish Isles. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

4. 4

   Pole Culturel du Monastere des Ursulines

   10 min

   The first school for girls in North America. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

5. 5

   Chalmers-Wesley United Church

   5 min

   United Church of Canada, formerly the Chalmers Free Presbyterian Church. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

6. 6

   Maison de la litterature

   5 min

   Former Methodist Church converted into a public library. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

7. 7

   Chapelle Des Jesuites

   Pass by

   Home of the Jesuits in Quebec City since the 19th century. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

8. 8

   Le Monastere des Augustines

   10 min

   The first hospital of New France. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

9. 9

   St. Mattew’s Cemetery

   15 min

   Former Anglican High Church converted into a public library. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

10. 10

    Eglise St. Jean-Baptiste

    5 min

    A masterpiece of Second Empire architecture in Quebec City. The guide will say a few words on each site, exterior and or interior. Since many religous heritage site in Quebec City open/close their doors without prior notice, we can't guaranty inside access to every sites.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.