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Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site

Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens, Buildings & Monuments, Castles, Palaces, Historic Homes
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
History, Local Culture, Outdoors, Culinary Arts
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Price: $5-$10
CAD 4.00 adults; CAD 3.50 seniors (65+); CAD 2.00 youth (ages 6-16)
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site

Lieu Historique National du Canada Cartier-Brébeuf

Beautiful and historic


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
175 de l'Espinay St
(Near Jeanne-Mance)
Quebec City, QC G1K 7R3
+1 418 648 4038
Fax: +1 418 648 4367

Description

This extraordinary national park, located just north of Quebec on the St Charles River, is run by the federal government as a record of explorer Jacques Cartier's interaction with the Iroquois natives in 1535. Visit the interpretive centre to sample cedar tea, view the Iroquois longhouse and functioning garden, take an educational tour of the entire site, or just amble through the beautiful grounds by bike or on foot. The staff is fluent in both French and English, but be sure to call ahead for specific activity information. Admission: CAD3.50 Adults; CAD3 Seniors; CAD2 Youths 6-16; CAD8.75 Families; Free for children under 6.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: May 9-Sep 4: Daily 10a-5p; Sep 6-25: Daily 1p-4p; Sep 26-May 8: by reservation only
Notes: Viewable during winter by reservation only.
Visit Time: 1hr-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: CAD 4.00 adults; CAD 3.50 seniors (65+); CAD 2.00 youth (ages 6-16)
Discounts Available: Family/Group (up to seven people with a maximum of two adults): CAD 10.00
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, BANKCARD

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus
Notes: Bus routes Nos. 3, 4 and 801 will bring you close to the historic site
Parking Availability: Yes


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