Who said Quebec’s heritage isn’t interesting for children? Certainly not us! The Chemin du Roy (King’s Road) is lined with fascinating historic buildings and many offer fun, family-friendly experiences. Here are 7 of our favourite historical spots that are sure to delight both parents and kids.
The Old Prison of Trois-Rivières and the Musée Pop Museum in One Historic Stop
Do your kids like thrilling stories? Take a family tour of the historic Old Prison of Trois-Rivières. During the guided tour, you’ll learn all about the prison world, and hear true stories of the prisoners who were incarcerated there. On the menu: projections, sound effects, audio and immersive technologies.
Are your children too young to get involved in these little frenzies? Then head over to the Musée POP museum to discover various activities and exhibitions for the whole family. In 2025, you can enjoy the following exhibitions:
- In the Big House: Prisons, a Solution?
- Lets’s collect the Toys !
- Gosse-moé une légende!
- Hang on Tight! – A Surprising Look at Québec Culture
- And much more!
The Musée POP and the Old Prison of Trois-Rivières are open year-round.
The Maison des Jésuites de Sillery, One of Canada's Oldest Historic Buildings
The Maison des Jésuites de Sillery, built in 1730 by Jesuit missionaries wishing to evangelize the natives, is one of the oldest buildings still standing in Canada. Over the years, it has been rented out to a writer, lumber merchants and local business owners, and was even occupied by the British during the Seven Years’ War.
In 1986, the house became the property of the town of Sillery, which invested in restoring the building and turning it into the interpretation and exhibition center it is today.
During your visit, you’ll be able to:
- Observe the 3D representation of the house’s evolution over the centuries
- Visit the exhibition featuring all the artifacts discovered near the site
- Learn more about the captivating story of the unlikely encounter between Jesuits, Europeans and Aboriginals
- Discover current temporary exhibitions on First Nations culture
- Take part in summer activities
From June to September, you can visit the site free of charge from Wednesday to Sunday. Out of season, please call for the schedule.
The Hangar de Batiscan, Where Maritime History Meets Playtime
Located on the Batiscan wharf, the Hangar de Batiscan is a craft store, a maritime museum… and an escape game! In the museum area, kids can learn about maritime history, from enemy submarines to high tides, maritime traffic and the tools sailors have used over the years.
The escape game lends itself to slightly older children, who can take part in solving the riddle set in 1957.
It’s July 7, 1957. The fin of the Second World War has not brought only good. Conflits of ideology still rage, mainly between the Western camp (the United States) and the Eastern camp (the Soviets). This worries Canadians, who don’t want to experience the horrors of a nuclear war. At the same time, whispers of Soviet spies having infiltrated various levels of the Canadian government inflame the population with suspicions.
Check out the museum and gift store opening hours, or reserve your time for the family escape game!
The Magasin général Le Brun, a Historic Building for Little Food Lovers
Travel back in time with your children by planning a stop at Magasin général Le Brun. This 19th-century building still retains all its period charm, from the counters to the floors to the chandeliers. Adults will appreciate the museum area, where they’ll discover containers, clothing and relics of the past scattered throughout the store.
Children will be delighted to fill up on sweet treats. Visit the website for opening hours of the museum, store and showroom.
The Moulin de La Chevrotière Mill, a Charming Historic Building
This French-inspired building, erected in 1802, stands at the mouth of the Rivière La Chevrotière river. Here, you can slow down time and discover a piece of Deschambault-Grondines history.
You and your family can:
- Enjoy an outdoor picnic while admiring the historic building
- Visit the permanent exhibition featuring the traditional crafts of wood, iron and stone
- Discover the history of the mill and the seigniorial family
- Go to the upper floor to discover the history of the navigators and builders of the St. Lawrence schooners
Visit the website to discover the schedule and contact details.
The Parliament Building, an Iconic Historic Landmark in Quebec
Your children will certainly recognize the iconic Quebec parliament building. The building is open to both indoor and outdoor tours, and a variety of activities are offered throughout the year:
- Guided and self-guided tours of the National Assembly of Québec
- Various exhibitions
- Educational activities, such as the reading club
- Various activities, such as yoga
- And much more
During your visit, you’ll also be able to explore the grandiose library, home to over 220 years of history.
Discover the complete program and book your visit.
Fabrique de théâtre insolite, Where Art Meets History
Transforming an 18th-century chapel and Anglican monastery into an unusual creative space is the incredible project undertaken by the Sages Fous team. The aim is to stage puppets in a variety of scenarios. The complete program for the Fabrique de théâtre insolite is available online. Reserve your tickets now!
So we all agree… Quebec’s heritage IS interesting for everyone, even children? It’s easy to pair the history of Chemin du Roy buildings with family fun. Whether it’s a short stop of a few hours or a full day of historical immersion, you’ll have a great time together.