Certified Heritage Guide and Historian for Quebec City. She offers an insider’s perspective on the capital’s fortifications, architecture, and cultural evolution, blending academic rigor with storytelling.
With a Master’s degree in History from Université Laval and over a decade of guiding tours for Parks Canada and private groups, Éloïse Bouchard is a living encyclopedia of Old Quebec. Her expertise lies in the military and social history of the walled city, from the strategic design of the Citadel to the daily life of 19th-century residents. She goes beyond the standard tourist script to explain the preservation challenges of the UNESCO World Heritage site and the best tactical approaches for visiting historical landmarks. Éloïse writes for history buffs and travelers who want to understand the "why" behind the cobblestones, cannons, and architecture, offering itineraries that avoid crowds while maximizing historical engagement.