Îlot des Palais, Archaeological museum and urban park in La Cité-Limoilou, Canada.
The Îlot des Palais features restored 18th-century cellars that contain exhibitions showcasing Quebec City's development through multiple archaeological findings and artifacts.
The site encompasses the remains of the Jean Talon Brewery, the Intendant's palace, a former prison, and the Boswell-Dow Brewery from different periods of Quebec's past.
The museum presents exhibitions about beer production, nightlife evolution, and local traditions through interactive displays and historical reconstructions in the vaulted chambers.
Located at 8 rue Vallière, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended daily hours during summer months.
Visitors can participate in GPS-guided treasure hunts through the ancient vaults while solving puzzles and discovering historical facts about Quebec City.
Location: La Cité-Limoilou
Address: 8, rue Vallière, Québec (Québec) G1K 1M8
Website: https://ilotdespalais.ca
GPS coordinates: 46.81583,-71.21422
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:59
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