

When you grow tired of walking or the cold weather has chilled you to the bone, Québec City's RTC (or Réseau de Transport de la Capitale) Métrobus is there to save the day. However, considering the hills in Old Québec, biking is not the best way to get around the city.

There are a couple of area companies that rent bikes and offer guided tours. Other routes can be found on the Quebec City Tourism website. The 5 ½-mile Corridor de la Rivière-Saint-Charles trail starts from the Old Port Market, is separated from traffic and loops along both banks of river. If you want to see more of the river or take a look at what the suburbs of Quebec City look like, there are several excellent inline bike trails, most of which start in the Old Port. Just make sure that you're dressed warmly, especially during the winter months, and that you stop frequently: The city's many cozy cafes and quaint shops make excellent venues to thaw. Because many of Québec City's top attractions can be found within Old Québec's ancient walls, you won't need more than your own two feet to make the most of your visit.
