5 Reasons to Take the Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus When Visiting Old Québec

There are so many amazing things to see in Old Québec. For anyone in town for a short stay, the Red Bus is the ticket to making the most of those precious hours or days. The hop-on, hop-off route hits all the highlights, from the Petit-Champlain district to Québec’s parliament building and the Plains of Abraham and all the neighbourhoods in between.

Staying for a longer period? It’s also a great way to get a feel for Old Québec and spot places where it might be nice to spend more time.

With the Red Bus, visitors have the freedom to decide how much time they want to spend at each stop. Feel like lingering at one place and skipping over the next? It’s easy to do! Tickets are valid for a whole day, so you can give more time to the spots that truly catch your eye, and skip over those that don’t. There are no expectations and no limitations—just the freedom to make the most of your day. After all, it’s a vacation, right?

Psst! The price difference is minimal when upgrading from a one-day ticket to a two-day ticket. A great way to extend the experience and explore the city at your own pace.

There’s a reason this bus has two decks. The 360-degree view from up top is totally different from the view from on foot or in a traditional bus. And the open-air design removes every last obstruction, for a uniquely immersive and absolutely memorable experience.

Driving in an unknown city centre can quickly become stressful, especially when the signage is unfamiliar and the busy season makes makes parking spots scarce. Luckily, the hop-on, hop-off bus effortlessly transports visitors from one destination to the next. Plus, all buses are accessible for travellers with reduced mobility.

When touring Québec City on the Red Bus, there’s much more to do than simply admire the scenery. Each ticket includes an audio guide full of fascinating details in English, French, and eight other languages, so visitors can learn more about everything they’re seeing in Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Arabic.

The hop-on, hop-off bus offers freedom, flexibility, and an incredible view, making it the perfect way to see all the sights and make the most of a stay in Québec City. Hot tip: It’s a very popular bus, so it’s always best to book ahead.

Once on board, be sure to capture the moment and share your best photos by tagging #UnitoursQuébec.