Sightseeing

Kingston Penitentiary

📍 200, rue Laviolette, Trois-Rivières, Québec, G9A 6L5, Canada

No photos yet

4.1/ 5.0

★★★★☆

Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Kingston
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (including guided tour)
Opening Hours: Open year-round (guided tour reservation required); regular tour hours 10:00-17:00; specific sessions must be booked in advance on the official website
Ticket Price: Adult 22 CAD, senior 21 CAD, student 18 CAD; joint ticket with Musée POP adult 31 CAD, senior 28 CAD, student 23 CAD; ages 8 and above only admitted
Address: 200, rue Laviolette, Trois-Rivières, Québec, G9A 6L5, Canada
Coordinates: 44.2193, -76.5135

Introduction

The "Old Prison of Trois-Rivières" (Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières) in Quebec was built in 1822 and once held both male and female inmates. It operated until its closure in 1986, making it one of the longest-operating prisons in Canadian history and a designated historic site. It is now part of the Musée POP museum complex and offers guided tours led by former inmates or guides, combining multimedia technology with true stories to recreate prison life and the operation of the prison from the 19th century onward.

✨ Highlights

A historic prison built in 1822 that once held both male and female inmates and operated for over 160 years

At Old Prison of Trois-Rivières (Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières), A historic prison built in 1822 that once held both male and female inmates and operated for over 160 years is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Now part of the Musée POP museum complex and listed as a historic site

At Old Prison of Trois-Rivières (Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières), Now part of the Musée POP museum complex and listed as a historic site is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Guided tours led by former inmates or guides, combining multimedia with real-life stories

At Old Prison of Trois-Rivières (Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières), Guided tours led by former inmates or guides, combining multimedia with real-life stories is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Visitors can explore actual cells, prison wings and the original prison layout to learn about Canada's early penal history

At Old Prison of Trois-Rivières (Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières), Visitors can explore actual cells, prison wings and the original prison layout to learn about Canada's early penal history is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：Open year-round (guided tour reservation required); regular tour hours 10:00-17:00; specific sessions must be booked in advance on the official website

→Ticket Information：Adult 22 CAD, senior 21 CAD, student 18 CAD; joint ticket with Musée POP adult 31 CAD, senior 28 CAD, student 23 CAD; ages 8 and above only admitted

→Transportation：Located on Laviolette Street in downtown Trois-Rivières, about a 1.5-hour drive from Montreal or Quebec City; reachable on foot within downtown

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round (guided tour reservation required); regular tour hours 10:00-17:00; specific sessions must be booked in advance on the official website; admission: Adult 22 CAD, senior 21 CAD, student 18 CAD; joint ticket with Musée POP adult 31 CAD, senior 28 CAD, student 23 CAD; ages 8 and above only admitted.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Kingston Penitentiary?

Open year-round (guided tour reservation required); regular tour hours 10:00-17:00; specific sessions must be booked in advance on the official website

How much is the admission for Kingston Penitentiary?

Adult 22 CAD, senior 21 CAD, student 18 CAD; joint ticket with Musée POP adult 31 CAD, senior 28 CAD, student 23 CAD; ages 8 and above only admitted

Any practical tips for visiting Kingston Penitentiary?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round (guided tour reservation required); regular tour hours 10:00-17:00; specific sessions must be booked in advance on the official website; admission: Adult 22 CAD, senior 21 CAD, student 18 CAD; joint ticket with Musée POP adult 31 CAD, senior 28 CAD, student 23 CAD; ages 8 and above only admitted. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.