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100 Quebec Field Trip Ideas 🇨🇦

It's field trip planning season again and this time around we are looking at 100 field trip ideas for exploring Quebec, Canada with your little ones:


Nature and Wildlife

1. Montreal Biodome - Explore different ecosystems.

2. Granby Zoo - See animals from around the world.

3. Parc Omega - Wildlife park where animals roam freely.

4. Ecomuseum Zoo - Outdoor zoo featuring Quebec wildlife.

5. La Ronde Amusement Park - Enjoy rides and shows.

Montreal Botanical Gardens

6. Montreal Botanical Garden - Explore themed gardens.

7. Mount Royal Park - Picnics, playgrounds, and hiking.

8. Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook- Forest hikes and treetop trails.

9. Mont-Tremblant National Park - Nature trails and activities.

10. Île Sainte-Hélène - Parks and aquatic center.


Science and Technology

11. Montreal Science Centre - Interactive exhibits and IMAX.

12. Cosmodome, Laval - Space exploration and simulations.

13. Armand Frappier Museum, Laval - Science activities and exhibits.

14. Biosphere, Montreal - Environment and climate change museum.

15. The Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan - Planetarium shows and exhibits.

16. Exporail, Saint-Constant- The Canadian Railway Museum.

17. Aerospace Museum, Saint-Hubert - Aviation history and aircraft.

18. Museum of Ingenuity J. Armand Bombardier, Valcourt- Invention and technology.

19. Interactive Science Pavilion, Sherbrooke - Hands-on science exhibits.

20. Mont-Mégantic Observatory- Astronomy and stargazing events.


Notre Dame church Little Italy,

History and Culture

21. Pointe-à-Callière, Montreal- Archaeology and history museum.

22. Quebec City’s Old Town- Explore historic sites and architecture.

23. Plains of Abraham, Quebec City - Historic park and museum.

24. Musée de la Civilisation, Quebec City - Diverse cultural exhibits.

25. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts - Family-friendly art tours.

26. Château Ramezay, Montreal - History of New France.

27. Fort Chambly National Historic Site - Learn about military history.

28. Village Québécois d’Antan, Drummondville - 19th-century village.

29. Musée POP, Trois-Rivières - Quebec culture and history.

30. Maison Saint-Gabriel, Montreal- 17th-century farmhouse museum.


Adventure and Fun

31. Aquarium du Québec, Quebec City - Marine animals and activities.

32. Valcartier Vacation Village - Waterpark and winter activities.

33. Noah Spa, Scott - Kid-friendly spa and relaxation.

34. La Ronde Amusement Park, Montreal - Thrill rides and shows.

35. Mega Parc, Quebec City - Indoor amusement park.

36. TreeGO, various locations - Treetop adventure courses.

37. Magic Carpet Slides, Lac-Beauport - Summer sledding and activities.

38. Amazoo, Granby Zoo - Waterpark within the zoo.

39. Bora Parc, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier - Indoor waterpark.

40. Aerial Park, Mont-Tremblant - Ropes course and ziplining.


Arts and Creativity

41. Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art - Workshops and family tours.

42. Place des Arts, Montreal - Kid-friendly shows and performances.

43. Musée des Beaux-Arts de Sherbrooke Art workshops for kids.

44. Artventure Studio, Montreal - Art classes and workshops.

45. Espace Verre, Montreal - Glassblowing demonstrations and classes.

46. Atelier Circulaire, Montreal - Printmaking workshops for kids.

47. Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, Montreal - Family-friendly ballet shows.

48. Galerie d'art du Parc, Trois-Rivières - Kid-friendly art tours.

49. Theatre de l’Ancien Presbytère, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville - Children’s theater.

50. Montreal Children’s Theatre - Plays and acting workshops for kids.


Educational Tours

51. Lachine Canal National Historic Site, Montreal - Boat rides and tours.

52. Montmorency Falls, Quebec City - Guided tours and scenic views.



53. St. Joseph's Oratory, Montreal - History and architecture tours.

54. Parc Maritime de Saint-Laurent, Île d'Orléans - Maritime museum.

55. Val-Jalbert Historical Village - Restored ghost town tours.

56. Les Jardins de Métis, Grand-Métis*- Explore themed gardens.

57. La Pulperie de Chicoutimi- Historic paper mill museum.

58. Vieux-Port de Montréal - Explore the Old Port and Science Centre.

59. Old Montreal Walking Tours- Learn about the city's history.

60. Hôtel de Glace, Quebec City - Tour the famous Ice Hotel.


Farms and Agricultural

61. Ferme Guyon, Chambly - Petting zoo and farm market.

62. Lavender Fields, Saint-Eustache- Tours and lavender products.

63. La Ferme Quinn, Notre-Dame-de-l'ÃŽle-Perrot - Pick-your-own fruits and view farm animals.

64. Ferme des Voltigeurs, Drummondville - Interactive farm experience.

65. Les Fromages de l'Isle d'Orléans - Cheese-making and tastings.

66. Île d'Orléans - Farm tours and local products.

67. Bleuetière Marland, Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson- Blueberry picking.

68. La Courgerie, Saint-Élie-de-Caxton  - Pumpkin patch and activities.

69. Céréal du Richelieu, Montérégie - Farm tours and grain harvest.

70. Apple Picking, various locations - Seasonal fruit-picking trips.


Aquatic and Water-Based

71. Canyon Sainte-Anne, Beaupré- Waterfalls and canyoning.

72. Parc National de la Yamaska - Canoeing and water sports.

73. Fjord du Saguenay National Park - Boat tours and kayaking.

74. Lake Memphremagog, Magog - Cruises and water activities.

75. AquaParc H2O, Saint-Félix-de-Valois - Waterpark fun.

76. Beach at Oka National Park - Swimming and picnicking.

77. ÃŽles-de-Boucherville National Park - Canoeing and island exploration.

78. Pointe-Taillon National Park - Water activities and bike rides.

79. Aquazilla, various locations - Floating water playgrounds.

80. La Source Spa, Rawdon - Kid-friendly spa experiences.


Festivals and Seasonal Events

81. Montreal International Children’s Film Festival - Screenings and workshops.

82. Quebec Winter Carnival - Ice sculptures, parades, and activities.

83. Festival de la Galette de Sarrasin, Louiseville - Buckwheat pancake festival.

84. Montreal en Lumière Festival - Light installations and activities.

85. Festival des Neiges, Montreal - Winter activities and ice slides.

86. Festival de la Poutine, Drummondville- Poutine tasting and music.

87. Fête de la Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Montreal - Parades and celebrations.

88. International Balloon Festival, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu - Hot air balloon rides.

89. Festival de Montgolfières de Gatineau - Balloon rides and family activities.

90. Apple Harvest Festivals, various locations - Celebrate the apple season.


Unique Experiences 

91. The Insectarium, Montreal - Learn about insects and butterflies.

92. Parc des Chutes Coulonge, Fort Coulonge - Zipline over waterfalls.

93. Les Méandres de l'Isle-aux-Grues, Montmagny - Explore bird migration.

94. Les Jardins de Quatre-Vents, La Malbaie - Visit historic private gardens.


'The Connection' by H. Rosen

95. Public Art Scavenger Hunt, various locations - all you need is a map and a camera to document.

96. Huron-Wendat Museum, Wendake- Explore Indigenous history and culture.

97. Treehouse Village, Mont-Tremblant - Stay overnight in a treehouse.

98. Arbraska, various locations - Forest adventure courses.

99. Ghost Tours, Old Quebec- Family-friendly ghost stories and tours.

100. Ice Fishing Villages, various locations - Experience traditional ice fishing.


Take Away

These field trips offer a wide range of experiences, from educational and cultural activities to outdoor adventures and seasonal festivities, making them perfect for children exploring the province of Quebec in Canada.

You might also be interested in:

👉 100 Field Trips for Kids in Alberta

👉 100 Field Trips for Kids in Ontario

👉 100 Field Trips for Kids in Vancouver/British Columbia  

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