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Site historique maritime et Onondaga

Le Musée Empress of Ireland   © M.Dupuis

Vue aérienne   © P.Matte

Visite audioguidée à bord du sous-marin Onondaga   © FolioPhoto- I.Redjah

Visite audioguidée à bord du sous-marin Onondaga   © FolioPhoto- I.Redjah

Exposition "L'histoire continue" Musée Empress of Ireland   © FolioPhoto- I.Redjah

Aire de jeux extérieur- Hangar 14   © FolioPhoto- I.Redjah

Hangar 14- Café du Hangar   © FolioPhoto- I.Redjah

Terrasse Hangar 14   © SHMP

Le Phare   © B.Plique

Visite guidée au phare   © SHMP

Veilleurs de fleuve -Exposition à la maison du gardien   © Parcs Canada

Vue aérienne   © S.Boulay

Phare à l'hiver   © P.Matte

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Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père

1000, rue du Phare, Rimouski

Come aboard the Onondaga submarine, a 90 m behemoth, to discover the fascinating and unknown life of its 70 crewmen! Visit the Empress of Ireland Museum for the history of this ocean liner and its tragic sinking in 1914. Admire the Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse, the second tallest in the country!

For families

Children's entertainment, an outdoor playground and a walking trail on site, a picnic area for breaks.

Contact details

1000, rue du Phare, Rimouski, Québec G5M 1L8
Canada
48.51692800, -68.47008500

Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père

1000, rue du Phare, Rimouski

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Getting there

Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père is located in Rimouski (Bas-Saint-Laurent), about 280 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Parking
Free on-site parking
Parking for motor homes (RV)
Parking for buses and coaches
Transportation services
Signposted access (blue signs)

On site

Recreational and cultural activities

  • Children's entertainment
  • Conference
  • Films, screening
  • Interpretation / observation of nature
  • Immersive show
  • Self-guided tour
  • Guided tour

Documentary support

  • Audioguide
  • Signs / descriptive panels

Sports and leisure

  • Outdoor playground for children
  • Walking trail

Well-being and relaxation

  • Terrace

Infrastructure and equipment

  • Lookout / observation tower
  • Interpretation panels
  • Meeting / reception room
  • Performance hall / auditorium
  • Bicycle rack

Restaurant and food services

  • Picnic area
  • Café, tea room
  • Snack bar
  • Liquor license
  • Dining room

Admitted customers

  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Childrens
  • Groups

Groups

  • Entertainment available
  • Special schedule on request
  • Possible opening off-season
  • Reservation required
  • Group rate
  • Guided tour in english
  • Guided tour in spanish
  • Guided tour in french

Themes

  • History

Accessibility (Keroul)

  • Wheelchair rental

Frequently asked questions

Where is Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père located?

Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père is located at 1000, rue du Phare, Rimouski, in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. It is about 280 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.

Is there parking?

Yes: free on-site parking, parking for motor homes (RV) and parking for buses and coaches.

Can I eat on site?

Yes: dining room, snack bar, café, tea room and picnic area.

Is there a terrace?

Yes, there is a terrace on site.

Is it a good outing with children?

Yes, children will find on site: outdoor playground for children and children's entertainment.

Is there a scenic viewpoint?

Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.

Are there guided tours?

Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French, in English and in Spanish.

Are groups welcome?

Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required and with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.

How can I contact the establishment?

You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 724-6214 or on its website: shmp.qc.ca.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

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