Free Night Visit at the Musée maritime de l'île d'Orléans
Musée maritime de l’île d’Orléans
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM, the Musée maritime de l’île d’Orléans (formerly Parc maritime de Saint-Laurent) will exceptionally open in the evening for a free night visit to discover the island's maritime history in a different light, just two days before the site's seasonal closure on October 12. The activity is cancelled in case of rain (source: Tourisme Île d’Orléans, consulted on September 3, 2026; seasonal schedule and rates: museemaritimeio.ca). Located at 120, chemin de la Chalouperie, in Saint-Laurent-de-l’Île-d’Orléans, the museum recounts the era when the village built the river's chaloupes and boats, featuring its boatyard and shipyard archives. During the day, regular admission is $12 for adults and $8 for ages 13-17, free for ages 12 and under: the evening of October 10 is therefore a great opportunity to discover it for free. For information, contact the museum at 418 576-7715. This visit can be combined with October harvests: our page on what to do on Île d'Orléans lists roadside stands, cideries, and vineyards along the Chemin Royal, and our guide to autumn in Quebec City places it within the fall colors season. Other free ideas: our guide to free activities in Quebec City.
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