What to do at Le Monastère
Wondering what to do at Le Monastère des Augustines? Take part in our cultural and wellness activities to discover this unique heritage site! Located in the heart of Old Québec, Le Monastère offers meaningful moments with qualified staff. Whether you stay with us or not, our activities are open to all. Allow yourself a special moment steeped in history and wellness. If you’re looking for a retreat, go to the accommodations section.
Permanent exhibition “Resonances. From Their Lives To Ours”
"Resonances. From Their Lives to Ours" is an invitation to explore the legacy of the Augustinian Sisters through a self-guided experience. Blending heritage and wellness, the exhibition encourages visitors to let the history and values of the Augustinian Sisters resonate in their own lives. What if the past could help us better inhabit the present?
Guided tour “Secrets of the Building”
An invitation to discover the history of the Augustinian Sisters through the architectural evolution of their founding monastery.
Walking tour: An Adventure Within
Featuring 12 stations, this walking tour offers you a chance to reflect on various themes that echo the heritage of the Augustinian Sisters. Reserved for people who are staying at Le Monastère.
Présentation pour groupes: Patrimoine archivistique
Plongez dans l’univers riche et sensible des Augustines grâce à cette présentation soigneusement pensée pour créer un lien intime avec leur héritage documentaire.
Movement and wellness activity
This movement and wellness activity suggests movements, breathing techniques and self-massage that offer a moment to find peace within yourself and for self-reflection.
Walking Meditation
This meditative walk, accessible to all, focuses on breathing and introspection to start the day on a gentle note.
Walking tour: A Living Heritage (second floor)
This walking tour will take you to the floor of the old cloister. History buffs will discover the rich heritage of Le Monastère.
Tour for groups: Le Monastère’s gardens
Through this 60-minute guided tour, we hope to honour the rich history of these gardens and explore the relationship between the Augustinian Sisters and nature.
Tour for groups: The Arts at Le Monastère
Discover the key artworks of Le Monastère des Augustines’ collection during this fine arts-themed guided tour.
Tour for groups: Museum and Archives
This activity combines a 45-minute guided tour of the museum followed by a 30-minute presentation of exclusive archives.
Communauté de partage pour proches aidants
La communauté de partage pour proches aidants est un espace où il est possible de déposer sa charge mentale, de créer des liens et de trouver du soutien.
Découvrez un deuxième monastère: celui de l’Hôpital général de Québec
Nos guides sortent du Monastère des Augustines pour vous faire visiter le monastère de l'Hôpital général, un des hauts lieux du patrimoine bâti de la ville de Québec.
“Staying in a monastery dating back over 350-years is an experience in itself. Soaking up this place so rich in history and wisdom can only be soothing. Practicing yoga in the vaults, walking meditatively through the streets of Old Québec, visiting the museum (…) are all activities (…) designed to help you relax. Thank you for your warm hospitality and we look forward to seeing you soon!”
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