Excursion Heritage walking tour & visit to la vieille prison of trois-rivières tour at Trois-Rivières

Experience the beauty, history and storied past of Trois-Rivières during this scenic, half-day walking tour of the city's Historical District.

Historical District Walking Tour

Depart the pier for a guided, approximately 90-minute walking tour through the Historical District of Trois-Rivières. Along the way, explore the city's rich and evocative history, culture and 18th-century architecture. Highlights of your walking tour include the Manoir de Tonnancour. Built in 1723 and once a military officer's barracks, the Manoir is now occupied by the Galerie d'art du Parc, a contemporary art exhibition centre.

Place d'Armes and Gothic Cathedral

Next, pass through Place d'Armes, where much of the early fur trading took place, and historic monuments and buildings before arriving at the Gothic Cathedral. Opened in 1858, the Cathedral is adorned with beautiful stained glass windows representing the Litanies of the Virgin.

Old Prison of Trois-Rivières

Your last stop is at the Old Prison of Trois-Rivières. Built in 1822, the prison was designated a historic monument in 1978. Before closing in 1986, Trois-Rivières' Old Prison was the oldest functional corrections establishment in Canada. During your tour, learn about the storied history of the prison, and pass by the original dank, cramped cells and terrifying confinement areas endured by the convicts. Following your visit, you may opt to commence the short walk back to the pier, or visit the Musée Québécois de Culture Populaire on your own before returning to the ship on-foot.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometres), at times on uneven surfaces. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a light jacket or sweater from the ship. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Trois-Rivières, Historical District, Manoir de Tonnancour, Galerie d'art du Parc, Place d'Armes, Gothic Cathedrral, Old Prison of Trois-Rivières

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