Podcast Tour Quebec City The Gibraltar of the Americas

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.

Meeting point

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From Québec City's main station, take local public transport toward Artillery Park National Historic Site on Rue D'Auteuil. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point

Place d'Armes, Québec City, QC G1R, Canada

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