Sightseeing

Musée des Ursulines de Québec

📍 12 Rue Donnacona, Petit Champlain district, Old Quebec (Vieux-Québec), QC

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Quebec City
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: Approx. 1-1.5 hours
Address: 12 Rue Donnacona, Petit Champlain district, Old Quebec (Vieux-Québec), QC
Coordinates: 46.8123, -71.2079

Introduction

The Musée des Ursulines de Québec is located in the Petit Champlain district of Old Quebec, housed within a still-active Ursuline convent. This is the site of New France's first school for girls, founded in the 17th century by Marie de l'Incarnation. The museum showcases the convent's educational history, religious relics and some of the finest embroidery collections in North America.

✨ Highlights

Site of New France's first school for girls, rich in historical atmosphere

At Musée des Ursulines de Québec, Site of New France's first school for girls, rich in historical atmosphere is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Some of the finest Ursuline embroidery collections in North America

At Musée des Ursulines de Québec, Some of the finest Ursuline embroidery collections in North America is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Exhibition on Marie de l'Incarnation's legacy and convent life

At Musée des Ursulines de Québec, Exhibition on Marie de l'Incarnation's legacy and convent life 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.

→Transportation：Reachable on foot within Old Quebec; take the old-town shuttle or a bus to the Petit Champlain area and walk.

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Hours vary by season: summer approx. 10:00-17:00, winter approx. 13:00-17:00, mostly with a midday closing break; closed from Christmas to New Year, subject to the official website.; admission: Adults approx. CAD 8, seniors/students around CAD 6, children 12 and under free (prices may vary by exhibition, subject to on-site confirmation).

• 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

Any practical tips for visiting Musée des Ursulines de Québec?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Hours vary by season: summer approx. 10:00-17:00, winter approx. 13:00-17:00, mostly with a midday closing break; closed from Christmas to New Year, subject to the official website.; admission: Adults approx. CAD 8, seniors/students around CAD 6, children 12 and under free (prices may vary by exhibition, subject to on-site confirmation). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.