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Unitours Quebec City: routes, stops and tickets
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We list one Unitours ticket option in Quebec City, from 2 hr. Unitours runs the open-top double-decker Red Bus in Old Québec and sells its tickets directly and through resellers. This guide covers the route, its 16 distinct stops, when to ride and who it suits, then lines up the tickets.
- Routes1
- Stops16
- Full loop2H 00M
- Ticket1
Route and stops
- Red Line
A loop from Place d'Armes beside the Château Frontenac that climbs to the Citadelle and Plains of Abraham, passes the Parliament Building, then drops to the Old Port and Place Royale.
Red Line
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Unitours tickets in Quebec City
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What riders say
Across these tickets travellers rate Unitours Quebec City 3.8 out of 5 from 1,420 reviews.
Loved the real- time tracking - we could choose upper level for the views, but ultimately moved down to the bus interior due to the inclement weather. Still a great overview of the city
This was a good way to see parts of the city we hadn’t explored yet. I will say we got off once and it was over 40 mins before the next bus came. We have done hop on hop off buses in many other cities so this seemed longer to wait than most. Not a deal breaker but something to know.
Very nice experience, they have 2-5 buses running the 14 stop’s throughout the city. Clean buses and headphones that can access multiple languages
Best time to ride
Late spring through early autumn suits the open top deck; September and early October add fall colour but cooler air on the upper level.
Who it suits
- Families
- A seated double-decker covers the hilly Upper and Lower Town without long walks for children.
- Couples
- Links the Château Frontenac area, Place Royale and the Plains of Abraham in one relaxed loop.
- Seniors
- The route spares steep climbs between Upper and Lower Town, and the buses are described as accessible for reduced mobility.
- First-time visitors
- A full circuit shows both the walled old city and the Grande Allée district before choosing where to get off.
Tips before you go
- Source pages note that some stops may be skipped during summer events or construction.
- The first stop is across from the Tourist Information Centre near the Château Frontenac.
- The Red Bus is a seasonal service, so confirm its operating months before travelling.
- Live bus tracking is available according to the tourism page.
Good to know
- Commentary languages listed by the operator: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin, Arabic.
- Buses: about every 30 to 45 minutes.
Sights along the way
Château Frontenac, Citadelle de Québec, Plains of Abraham, Parliament Building, Place Royale, Old Port, Musée de la civilisation, Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, Petit-Champlain district, Grande Allée.
Top-ranked in Quebec City: Old Quebec (Vieux-Québec), Quebec Royal Square (Place-Royale), Petit Champlain District (Quartier Petit Champlain), Dufferin Terrace (Terrasse Dufferin), Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral. All things to do in Quebec City.
Questions about Unitours Quebec City
Where does the Red Bus start?
Its first stop is across from the Tourist Information Centre at 12 rue Sainte-Anne, near the Château Frontenac.
How many stops are there?
Tourism pages give 15 or 16 stops, and a reseller listing shows 16.
How long does the full loop take?
A reseller listing gives about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours without getting off.
Which audio guide languages are offered?
Ten languages are listed, including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Arabic.
When does the bus run?
It is a seasonal service running from spring to late autumn, so check the current dates before planning.
How many Unitours ticket options are there in Quebec City?
We list 1 Unitours ticket option in Quebec City, lasting 2 hr, rated 3.8 out of 5 across 1,420 traveller reviews.
Route and stop details checked 2026-10-15, from the operator's own pages where they could be read and from independent guides where they could not; where sources differ, the list may be incomplete. Routes and times change with the season, so confirm on the ticket page before you travel.