Museums & Interpretation centers
Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay
Centre de découverte et de services le Béluga 1121, route 172 Ouest Sacré-Coeur 418 236-1162 / 1 800 665-6527 + See moreParc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay
Centre de découverte et de services de la Maison des dunes 750, chemin du Moulin Baude Tadoussac 418 235-4238 / 1 800 665-6527 + See moreParc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay
Centre de découverte et de services du fjord du Saguenay 91, Notre-Dame Rivière-Éternité 418 272-1556 / 1 800 665-6527 + See more
Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien
Face to face with nature New for the summer of 2011 – Welcome aboard our new comfortable and modern screened trains. The ride takes you through an impressive territory where large North-American mamm + See more
Aventuraid centre écoaventure 4 saisons / Parc Mahikan
AEQ certified ( www.aventure-ecotourisme.qc.ca) Parc Mahikan: Two wolf packs; beaver and black bear watching. Largest wolfs observation centre in Québec. Packages, service in english. Self-guided or + See more
Bagotville Air Defence Museum and guided tours of 3 Wing
The Air Defence Museum exhibits for you the fascinating history and evolution of aviation as well as the history of the Bagotville military base. See many rare and exceptional artefacts relating to t + See more
Carrefour d'Accueil Ilnu
With the enthusiastic support of their people and the admitted desire to move forward, the Pekuakamiulnuats expressed themselves by creating an innovative art and architecture integration circuit. Th + See more
Centre d'histoire et d'archéologie de la Métabetchouane (CHAM)
This year, the CHAM presents a new permanent exhibition featuring regional archaeology, from prehistory to colonization, and the arrival of the first white man in Piékouagami, Jesuit Father Jean de Q + See more
Centre d'histoire Sir-William-Price
Come and discover the origins of colonization in the Saguenay region and the economic development of its vast territory with the Price family. See the permanent exhibition inside the warm heritage ch + See more
Centre d'interprétation de l'agriculture et de la ruralité (CIAR)
The CIAR presents the rich heritage and knowhow of a community that developed one step at a time. It is an enchanting site, a huge collection of objects, and a range of unique activities. The Champs + See more
Centre d'interprétation des Battures et de réhabilitation des oiseaux (CIBRO)
Come and discover eagles, owls, hawks, falcons in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean’s only wildlife sanctuary. The walking trails will take you past huge aviaries and to incredible views of the Fjord, its + See more
Centre d’interprétation des mammifères marins (CIMM)
Meet a 13-metre sperm whale at the marine mammal interpretation centre (CIMM) and explore the world of whales. Videos, sounds, games and skeleton collections, exclusive film (air-conditioned room); t + See more
Centre Historique des Soeurs de Notre-Dame du Bon-Conseil de Chicoutimi
Discover the history of the Notre-Dame du Bon-Conseil Sisters and their founder, Françoise Simard. Visit the permanent exhibit and see how these women, through their role in education, contributed to + See more
CENTRE INTERNATIONAL D’EXPOSITION DE LAROUCHE (CIEL)
The old presbytery built in 1927 in the centre of Larouche, presents two major exhibitions per years in five exhibition halls, featuring international contemporary art. Guided tours depending on avai + See more
Centre national d'exposition (CNE)
The CNE is located atop Mont Jacob, and offers a breathtaking view of the Jonquière District. At the heart of a unique natural environment, discover three exhibitions that will fulfil your visual art + See more
Cristal du Lac
Come spend an outstanding day at Cristal du Lac, with the side of the mountain of Ravens, near Lac-Saint-Jean. While taking advantage of a hike, discover this geologic site, situated right in the hea + See more
Ermitage Saint-Antoine
Canadian national shrine operated by the Capucin fathers, Ermitage Saint-Antoine de Lac-Bouchette is a place of pilgrimage known for the quality of its spiritual approach, and its beautiful natural e + See more
Exposition internationale de crèches de Rivière-Éternité
Rivière-Éternité, also called Village de crèches, presents a yearly international exhibition of about 250 nativity scenes. This year, more than 100 new nativity scenes and a bust of Saint-Frère André + See more
Jardin Scullion
MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION DES JARDINS DU QUÉBEC Renowned artist and landscape designer, Brian Scullion realized a childhood dream by creating a genuine Earthly Paradise on a 40-hectare farm. You can + See more
La Pulperie de Chicoutimi - Musée régional du Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean
La Pulperie de Chicoutimi regional museum, located in the heart of the city and open year-round, is a vast cultural and tourist entertainment complex dedicated to the promotion and preservation of re + See more
La Pyramide des Ha! Ha!
Following the 1996 floods, a group of regional residents erected a spectacular pyramid made of reflecting aluminium panels, based on the concept by artist Jean-Jules Soucy. A must-see! Guided tours d + See more
Le Musée de la Petite Maison Blanche et du Déluge du Saguenay
Come inside and see for yourself the interior of the Petite Maison Blanche, the centenarian little white house that, for days, stood strong as a rush of water equivalent to Niagara Falls rumbled thro + See more
Le relais du Village de la Sécurité
A family recreational and educational site that focuses on everyday safety rules. Children of all ages enjoy fun activities such as mini-cars, fire and collision simulations, plays on safety with str + See more
Le Vieux moulin
Built in 1902, the mill played an essential role in the development of the area, as it served many purposes. It is a typical example on the colonization period of the region, which saw some 200 such + See more
Moulin des pionniers / Auberge et centre de vacances la Nuit Boréale
Central witness of regional history since 1889, this is one of the last water-powered saw mills. William and Gonzague are always happy to demonstrate mill operations. Maison de Marie, a typical resta + See more
Musée amérindien de Mashteuiatsh
Discover the Pekuakamiulnuatsh (Lac-Saint-Jean Montagnais) culture at this First-Nation museum. Travel through the long history of this nation through permanent and temporary exhibitions. The new out + See more
Musée de la nature
This museum is characterized by the love of nature and artistic feel. Superb mushrooms, sculptures, lovely tree burrs, and witches’ brooms stimulate your imagination. Butterflies, minerals, and seash + See more
Musée du Fjord
The Musée du Fjord is a fun and dynamic place where you can plunge into the fantastic world of the Saguenay Fjord and Baie des Ha! Ha! The completely renewed Fjord-science exhibition space will capti + See more
Musée du fromage cheddar
Relive the birth of a tradition of excellence. Built in 1895, the old cheese factory is the only one of its kind to survive in Québec and represents a significant part of our national industrial heri + See more
Musée Louis-Hémon
In the middle of Maria Chapdelaine country and halfway between the picturesque towns of Péribonka and Sainte-Monique-de-Honfleur, discover Le Musée Louis-Hémon. Explore this vast historic site and re + See more
Parc de la caverne « Trou de la Fée »
Spectacular above ground, the cavern park is typical of the most beautiful landscapes in Québec. Explore the canyon. Enjoy the trails, the Dynamo promenade, and the footbridges along the rock walls. + See more
Parc marin du Saguenay--Saint-Laurent
Centre d’interprétation et d’observation de Pointe-Noire Route 138, Baie-Sainte-Catherine 418 237-4383 Off season: 418 235-4703 / 1 888 773-8888 + See more
Parc thématique l’Odyssée des bâtisseurs
NEW for summer 2011 - a new 360-degree multimedia show is slated for presentation in the water tower – A totally unique concept in Québec! This multi-sensory experience with various special effects i + See more
Passe à saumons de la Rivière-à-Mars
Salmon and trout right in centre town! The fish ladder, with its observation window, invites you to plunge into the world of salmonid fish. Also available nearby, ponds with trout fishing facilities. + See more
Poste de Traite Chauvin
In 1600, Pierre Chauvin set up the first fur-trading post in Canada. Today, a reconstruction of the post gives you an insight into early commercial relations between First-Nation and European peoples + See more
Réseau muséal et patrimonial du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
The Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean museum and heritage network includes the museums, interpretation centres, exhibition centres, and historical sites. Make a family visit to these institutions with specific + See more
Site de la Nouvelle-France
In a range of activities, a made-to-measure New France experience! Guided tours: Enjoy a trip to New France with the inhabitants of the colony. Follow your guide and meet interesting characters while + See more
Village historique de Val-Jalbert
A journey into the heart of the 1920s Travel back through time to an authentic single-industry village with some forty charming original buildings. The spirit of this enigmatic site, where time has s + See moreZoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien
Face to face with nature New for the summer of 2011 – Welcome aboard our new comfortable and modern screened trains. The ride takes you through an impressive territory where large North-American mamm + See moreAventuraid centre écoaventure 4 saisons / Parc Mahikan
AEQ certified ( www.aventure-ecotourisme.qc.ca) Parc Mahikan: Two wolf packs; beaver and black bear watching. Largest wolfs observation centre in Québec. Packages, service in english. Self-guided or + See moreBagotville Air Defence Museum and guided tours of 3 Wing
The Air Defence Museum exhibits for you the fascinating history and evolution of aviation as well as the history of the Bagotville military base. See many rare and exceptional artefacts relating to t + See moreCarrefour d'Accueil Ilnu
With the enthusiastic support of their people and the admitted desire to move forward, the Pekuakamiulnuats expressed themselves by creating an innovative art and architecture integration circuit. Th + See moreCentre d'histoire et d'archéologie de la Métabetchouane (CHAM)
This year, the CHAM presents a new permanent exhibition featuring regional archaeology, from prehistory to colonization, and the arrival of the first white man in Piékouagami, Jesuit Father Jean de Q + See moreCentre d'histoire Sir-William-Price
Come and discover the origins of colonization in the Saguenay region and the economic development of its vast territory with the Price family. See the permanent exhibition inside the warm heritage ch + See moreCentre d'interprétation de l'agriculture et de la ruralité (CIAR)
The CIAR presents the rich heritage and knowhow of a community that developed one step at a time. It is an enchanting site, a huge collection of objects, and a range of unique activities. The Champs + See moreCentre d'interprétation des Battures et de réhabilitation des oiseaux (CIBRO)
Come and discover eagles, owls, hawks, falcons in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean’s only wildlife sanctuary. The walking trails will take you past huge aviaries and to incredible views of the Fjord, its + See moreCentre Historique des Soeurs de Notre-Dame du Bon-Conseil de Chicoutimi
Discover the history of the Notre-Dame du Bon-Conseil Sisters and their founder, Françoise Simard. Visit the permanent exhibit and see how these women, through their role in education, contributed to + See moreCentre national d'exposition (CNE)
The CNE is located atop Mont Jacob, and offers a breathtaking view of the Jonquière District. At the heart of a unique natural environment, discover three exhibitions that will fulfil your visual art + See moreErmitage Saint-Antoine
Canadian national shrine operated by the Capucin fathers, Ermitage Saint-Antoine de Lac-Bouchette is a place of pilgrimage known for the quality of its spiritual approach, and its beautiful natural e + See moreExposition internationale de crèches de Rivière-Éternité
Rivière-Éternité, also called Village de crèches, presents a yearly international exhibition of about 250 nativity scenes. This year, more than 100 new nativity scenes and a bust of Saint-Frère André + See moreLa Pulperie de Chicoutimi - Musée régional du Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean
La Pulperie de Chicoutimi regional museum, located in the heart of the city and open year-round, is a vast cultural and tourist entertainment complex dedicated to the promotion and preservation of re + See moreLe relais du Village de la Sécurité
A family recreational and educational site that focuses on everyday safety rules. Children of all ages enjoy fun activities such as mini-cars, fire and collision simulations, plays on safety with str + See moreMusée amérindien de Mashteuiatsh
Discover the Pekuakamiulnuatsh (Lac-Saint-Jean Montagnais) culture at this First-Nation museum. Travel through the long history of this nation through permanent and temporary exhibitions. The new out + See moreMusée de la nature
This museum is characterized by the love of nature and artistic feel. Superb mushrooms, sculptures, lovely tree burrs, and witches’ brooms stimulate your imagination. Butterflies, minerals, and seash + See moreMusée du Fjord
The Musée du Fjord is a fun and dynamic place where you can plunge into the fantastic world of the Saguenay Fjord and Baie des Ha! Ha! The completely renewed Fjord-science exhibition space will capti + See moreMusée du fromage cheddar
Relive the birth of a tradition of excellence. Built in 1895, the old cheese factory is the only one of its kind to survive in Québec and represents a significant part of our national industrial heri + See moreMusée Louis-Hémon
In the middle of Maria Chapdelaine country and halfway between the picturesque towns of Péribonka and Sainte-Monique-de-Honfleur, discover Le Musée Louis-Hémon. Explore this vast historic site and re + See moreParc thématique l’Odyssée des bâtisseurs
NEW for summer 2011 - a new 360-degree multimedia show is slated for presentation in the water tower – A totally unique concept in Québec! This multi-sensory experience with various special effects i + See more
