History and Urban Nature with a comprehensive guided tour of Canada first urban park and historic battlefield.
$85/per participant – minimum 2
Duration: 3 h +
Enjoy nature and history in Québec’s first urban park.
Transform your visit of Québec City into a new experience of history.
Nature enthusiasts and scholars on the road will enjoy discovering the green area of 98 hectares of gardens and natural forest, while learning about historical events that took place in the XVIII century countryside.
Better known as the Plains of Abraham, the historic park is the closest green urban area where one can enjoy nature while learning about events that shaped the foundation of Canada. In addition to historical events, visitors can learn about plants and trees of subarctic climate right by the city highlights.
What is included with this Tour:
- 3 hours of guided exploration with a knowledgeable passionate guide,
- A refreshing immersion in urban nature with a short hike in a natural forest,
- Walking in the footprint of the first herbalist, learn about the traditional use of indigenous, plants and trees before and during the French colony,
- Learn about historical military events (French, English, American) that led to the Canada of today,
- Discover the less known history of the Plains of Abraham during and after the second world war,
- Opportunity to visit the Art Museum at the end of the Tour or explore the Montcalm district and Parliament gardens.
In addition to historical context, this Tour seeks to illustrate how climate, nature and geography influenced the course of history : a good opportunity to hear about the people and events that made it happen.