Discover the often unknown history of the women from Quebec City and Lévis: their reality, their struggles and their legacy. A local look at the evolution of women’s rights and above all an original and unique way to visit Old Quebec.
(Based on 53 reviews)
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For many reasons, men prevail in history. We know their names better, we see their statues everywhere. Quebec City is no exception.
Yet women also play a role and some have made a decisive contribution to history. Here again, Quebec City is no exception.
During this two-hour guided tour, we will stroll through the streets of Old Quebec and discover known, less known and unknown women.
Some have worked in politics, architecture or medicine. Others joined religious orders, built successful businesses, or shone during conflicts. One of them has even become a legend!
We will take this opportunity to discuss the evolution of the condition of women from New France to our time, without forgetting the First Nations.
With this unique guided tour, we invite you to answer a complex question: why are women so little present in history?
This purely historical tour is neither activist nor politicized. We will approach the subject in a rigorous and objective way, we will try to popularize, without caricature, the complexity of the events and historical figures of the past.
We are grateful to Mrs. L. Desrochers, historian, for her invaluable help to build this unique tour.
How to get there ?
On Grand Allée Est in Quebec City, between the famous driveway and the South side of the Parliament of Quebec Province (Hôtel du Parlement), there’s a statue with 4 women. This statue is dedicated to the women in politics and it’s the meeting location.
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Super passionate and took the time to explain everything, as well as get to know you.
By Aurora (Barrie, Ontario) on Airbnb (2020) -
Bonjour! Nous sommes deux Québécois en vacances mais étant donné les circonstances de l’été 2020 nous avions décidé d’être touriste chez-nous et nous n’avons pas été déçu. C’est un tour original et intéressant. Je le suggère pour tout le monde jeune et vieux d’ici ou d’ailleurs. Xavier a une personnalité très sympathique et nous l’avons trouvé très intéressant:-) merci!
By Pascale (Montréal) on Airbnb (2020) An absolutely unique and magnificent tour. Learning about the history and culture of a city through a different lens. Xavier takes you on an exciting journey, exploring many lives and families that left their mark on this beautiful city, from when it was established to recent days. Highly recommended for anyone who is interested to learn about a more personal, human side of history.
By Dina (Courtice, Ontario) on Airbnb (2020)Xavier connait très bien son sujet et le parcours proposé est une super alternative aux circuits classiques. Cela nous a permis de découvrir la ville avec une perspective originale et tout en sécurité sanitaire. Merci !
By Thomas (Marseille, France) on Airbnb (2020)La visite du Vieux Québec accompagnée du guide Xavier était originale et intéressante. Je connais bien Québec et j'ai pu en apprendre davantage sur un angle nouveau, soit au sujet de celles qui ont marqué l'histoire à travers les époques. Xavier connaît bien le sujet jusque dans les détails et il a su rendre ma visite captivante. De plus il est aimable et attentionné dans le souci de créer un moment exceptional.
Une visite à ne pas manquer!By Sylvie Chouinard (Montréal) on Google Review (2020)"My mom and I - she's a historian and I work in museums - both got a lot out of this tour! We really enjoyed learning about the specific individuals we ""met"" from different time periods and walks of life. Recommended!"
By Elizabeth (Illinois) on Airbnb (2019)Xavier personalised the tour for us, slowing down for my mother and answering questions as we went. He was extremely knowledgeable
By Paula (Ottawa) on Airbnb (2019)If you do any walking tour of Quebec City, do this one. Xavier is so friendly and welcoming, and he clearly loves what he does. This is the only tour with this women’s history lens in the city, and he also has one for the blind and visually impaired. My mother, who went on the tour with me, is 65 and visually impaired- Xavier was very mindful of telling all participants of the curbs to step over without even knowing she benefited from this. He even walked us into the shade. My mother was very comfortable! The history is rich and interesting, and he tells it in a lighthearted yet reverent way.
By Megan (Maine) on Airbnb (2019)A tour with a unique perspective and a personal touch. Recommend 100%
By Char (Ontario) on Airbnb (2019)A truly unique and immersive experience. This was a wonderful tour of the city and the struggle of women in the society. I knew some of the history, but Xavier's knowledge was tremendous and he made us feel connected with these women. It was a truly wonderful experience we highly recommend.
By Kevin (Ontario) on Airbnb (2019)
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