Tours

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Guided Tour
Motorized Guided Tour

Guided Tour

Get the full story of the Fortress of Louisbourg – from its past to its present. Enjoy a leisurely outdoor walking tour with an expert guide, through the streets of the reconstruction. Learn about the lives of the 18th century residents and about the cultural and historical importance of Louisbourg in the story of North America.

Walking guided tours may be purchased on site only.

Motorized Guided Tour

Get the full story of the Fortress of Louisbourg - from its past to its present. You will be driven by one of our expert guides in an electric cart through the streets of the reconstruction. Learn about the lives of the 18th century residents and about the cultural and historical importance of Louisbourg in the story of North America.

Note:
The 2025 daily schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Shoulder season
(May 19 to June 30 and September 13 to October 31, 2025)

Shoulder season tours

May 19 to June 30 and September 13 to October 31, 2025

Activity
Guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg on wheels - from its past to its present on this outdoor walking tour 45 minutes \| Fees
Motorized guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg on wheels - from its past to its present 45 minutes \| Fees \| Limited to 7 people per tour

To book this experience
To book
In person:	These experiences are offered subject to availability during the shoulder season. Please inquire at the De la Plagne House (#23) upon arrival to check availability on the day of your visit.

Peak season
(July 1 to September 12, 2025)

Peak season tours

July 1 to September 12, 2025

Time	Activity
10:45 am	Guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg – from its past to its present on this outdoor walking tour. 45 minutes \|Fees
1:00 pm	Motorized guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg on wheels - from its past to its present 45 minutes \| Fees \| Limited to 7 people per tour
2:30 pm	Guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg – from its past to its present on this outdoor walking tour. 45 minutes \|Fees
3:30 pm	Motorized guided tour: Get the full story of Louisbourg - on wheels - from its past to its present 45 minutes \| Fees \| Limited to 7 people per tour

To book this experience
To book
In person:	This experience requires in-person booking and is available for purchase on the day of your visit. To purchase this experience please visit the De la Plagne House (#23) on site.

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