Site Traditionnel Huron
Site Traditionnel Huron
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10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Located on the Huron-Wendat reservation, the Huron Traditional Site is a unique opportunity to discover the history, the culture and the lifestyle of Hurons of the past and of today.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Christinaleano
Saint Augustine Beach, FL5 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Such an interesting and informative experience. I went with my 11 year old daughter and 80 year mother and all 3 of us really enjoyed it. Our guide kept us captivated and shared the richness and depth of the Huron-Wendat culture. It really gave us a sense of the way of life of this nation.
Written July 7, 2024
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Alexandria J
Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
Jan 2017 • Solo
This is a definite must do if coming to Quebec city. I would recommend however that you call through first to find out the guided tour times. I missed the guided tour the first time I went, as it was winter the tours are a lot less frequent, so I decided to return and I'm so glad I did. First let me point out that this is a separate site from the huron museum and hotel which a lot of reviewers seem to have confused. The two are about 2km away from each other at opposite ends of the township (20 min walk or 5 min cab). The site traditionnel as it is known is a reconstruction of a traditional wendat village. The entry comes with a guided tour included. The guides dress in traditional clothing and explain every aspect of their history and traditions, answering any questions people may have along the way. Then there is the gift shop! The gift shop is truly amazing, it brings together a range of local products and is also very reasonably priced. Seriously do not miss the site traditionnel!
Written January 19, 2017
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daisyboat
New South Wales, Australia34 contributions
Sep 2017 • Friends
Attended village today very disappointed, did a guided tour that was spoken mostly in French by the time the guide got to say it in English the french speakers talk so not able to hear it, got more from reading the signs. Guide talked for two hours, I would of liked to of seen how people lived then and now as to of been talked to death about it.
In future tours should be seperated english and french speaking, the guide we had did not speak english well nor understand any questions asked. The guide would forget to repeat what he said in english so we were left with no information.
Dissapointed in gift shop not much choice.
Didn't see any traditional owners our guide was not from the local tribe either very disappointing
In future tours should be seperated english and french speaking, the guide we had did not speak english well nor understand any questions asked. The guide would forget to repeat what he said in english so we were left with no information.
Dissapointed in gift shop not much choice.
Didn't see any traditional owners our guide was not from the local tribe either very disappointing
Written September 16, 2017
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DebTR
New Jersey2 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
I booked my visit here through the tourism center in Quebec. I first inquired about the full tour where I would have an opportunity to see traditional dances, etc. However, I was told that they no longer have that option in English and was directed to the 2 hour tour instead. I was given the impression that it was a comprehensive tour, with plenty to do. Unfortunately, after arriving at the hotel where the shuttle drops you off, there was no direction and no information at all. I had to ask where we were supposed to go. Long story short, we basically sat in a hotel waiting area for 1.5 hrs while waiting for our 'tour'. Very few of the hotel staff spoke English well enough to understand what we were saying, and while they did direct us to 'town', you had to walk on a narrow street with no sidewalks and cars coming by on a regular basis. There was one nice gift shop a few blocks away, with authentic handmade gifts. Once the official tour started they brought us to one main area just behind the hotel, and took about 30 minutes explaining traditional lifestyle. Our tour guide was very nice, but was so soft spoken that you had to strain to hear her (and subsequently we lost interest quickly). Afterwards they brought us back into the hotel where the museum was and proceeded to guide us on a 'tour' of the museum (it's one main area, which we had already exhausted waiting for the tour to start). Needless to say, I was extremely disappointed and wish I hadn't spent my money on this attraction.
Written October 19, 2016
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sdegagne
Quebec City, Canada745 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
Our guide, Simon, was great! You can tell his culture is very important to him. He gave us so many intersting informations. We even had a 20 minutes surplus to our tour.
The site was small, but nicely organized. The different stations were all interesting and you could tell they were traditionnal.
The store was big and great. We went 3 different times, because there was so much to see!
We did the medicine wheel, again, it was nice to do and for 12$ it was less expensive than the 14$ ones in the store...
It was a great 4 hours to spend! I recommend it if you want to learn more about the Wendat culture.
The site was small, but nicely organized. The different stations were all interesting and you could tell they were traditionnal.
The store was big and great. We went 3 different times, because there was so much to see!
We did the medicine wheel, again, it was nice to do and for 12$ it was less expensive than the 14$ ones in the store...
It was a great 4 hours to spend! I recommend it if you want to learn more about the Wendat culture.
Written August 29, 2016
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Bonnie C
23 contributions
Oct 2015
Authentic Huron village has English tours. Well done. Informative and interesting. Ate traditional meal, tasty and once again staff was helpful and full of information.
Written November 5, 2015
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laurie s
Orlando, FL144 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
We found the village and the culture and history of how they've adapted interesting. I learned quite a bit. We went on the tour that was in English and found it very informative. We did pick up some items from the gift shop as well - no taxes was a bonus and there wasn't anything made in China either.
We took the shuttle from Quebec City. It drops you at the museum/hotel and from there you can walk to the falls &/or the traditional site. It's a pretty long walk but it's not uphill and there's paw prints that you follow to get there. We did the falls 1st and walked through the town. There are a lot of stairs to get back up from the bottom of the falls. If you do this I'd recommend skipping the town area and continuing to the traditional site.
We took the shuttle from Quebec City. It drops you at the museum/hotel and from there you can walk to the falls &/or the traditional site. It's a pretty long walk but it's not uphill and there's paw prints that you follow to get there. We did the falls 1st and walked through the town. There are a lot of stairs to get back up from the bottom of the falls. If you do this I'd recommend skipping the town area and continuing to the traditional site.
Written September 29, 2015
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Vowels
Ko Samui, Thailand63 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
I was very intrigued when I read about this on the internet... There aren't many places in Canada that you can go and learn about the first nations people from the people themselves.
It costs $13 for the tour which is informative enough, but could have had a little more information for those of us who wanted to delve into the past.
The props, decorations and re-created artifacts were well done and our guide was pleasant with a dry sense of humour and willing to answer questions to the best of his ability.
There was an optional dance show for $7 which we did not see and I do believe you can eat there if you so desire.
It's worth a visit... Especially if you are Canadian... Just to get a different perspective on things... And to perhaps learn a thing or two ;)
It costs $13 for the tour which is informative enough, but could have had a little more information for those of us who wanted to delve into the past.
The props, decorations and re-created artifacts were well done and our guide was pleasant with a dry sense of humour and willing to answer questions to the best of his ability.
There was an optional dance show for $7 which we did not see and I do believe you can eat there if you so desire.
It's worth a visit... Especially if you are Canadian... Just to get a different perspective on things... And to perhaps learn a thing or two ;)
Written July 5, 2014
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cedarsmith
Uxbridge, Massachusetts,USA43 contributions
Jun 2014 • Solo
I was able to have a solo tour with the lovely English-speaking guide. The village is a small recreation of a traditional village. It is not al all slick or high tech but rather as it should be rustic and handmade.I was very interested in the display of canoe construction, the sweat "lodge", and the long house.
I had difficulty finding the site. I suggest you get detailed directions before you go.
I enjoyed a traditional lunch at the on-site restaurant.
After I went a mile or so away to the hotel/museum. This seems like a very nice place to stay. I enjoyed the museum and the gallery.
I had difficulty finding the site. I suggest you get detailed directions before you go.
I enjoyed a traditional lunch at the on-site restaurant.
After I went a mile or so away to the hotel/museum. This seems like a very nice place to stay. I enjoyed the museum and the gallery.
Written June 13, 2014
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German_Retiree
Hamburg, Germany147 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
We visited the Musee Huron-Wendat and this time around did not have time to continue on to the Site Traditionnel Huron, which the museum does not particularly advertise. While I would definitely consider the museum an excellent introduction to the Huron-Wendat culture I would skip the (one-hour) guided tour and continue on to the Site Traditionnel Huron. It's a few kilometers away, and the approach is anything but exciting (industrial area)--but the guided tour (our guide was a native Wendat woman) was much more informative than what we saw and heard during the museum tour. We somehow felt that this young woman had much more of a personal experience than the museum guide--that's how she came across.
Written November 3, 2013
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Bonjour,
Tous les gens déçus de leur visites; avez vous d autres endroits à proposer pour découvrir la culture d une tribu amerindienne?
Written March 5, 2020
Les Hurons ne sont pas forcément programmés pour recevoir du public, quand on souhaite les rencontrer l'empathie est de règle et alors le contact est en général fort agréable.
D'autres communautés existent plus au Nord, mais leur visite nécessite encore plus de temps pour entrer en contact. La patience peut-être récompensée et le partage engagé
Être adoubé par un membre de la communauté est un plus, toutefois l'arbitrage appartient au sage ou chef de la communauté.
Written March 7, 2020
Bonjour,
C’est à 20-25 kms de Québec
Written October 23, 2019
Existe te t'il un tour organisé depuis Québec pour s'y rendre? Merci
Written October 21, 2019
Voir avec l'office du tourisme de Québec, je pense également qu'il y a des moyens collectifs pour s'y rendre. pour les bus de la ville je ne sais pas.
Written October 21, 2019
Do you need a reservation for any of the activities offered?
Written August 3, 2018
No, I don’t believe so!
We arrived at the site first thing in the morning (a group of 19) and could have chosen any entertainment package.
Hope that helps!
😊
Written August 3, 2018
come ci si arriva da quebec con i mezzi di trasporto?
Written July 7, 2018
Bonsoir
À quelle heure les spectacles de danse en juillet?
Quel est le tarif pour 1 journée par personne.?
Merci. Cordialement
Written July 5, 2017
Hello, can you tell me where you booked your tour.
Thank you
Written February 5, 2017
I didn't book ahead of time. I tried emailing using the email address on the website, but didn't get a response. I would definitely recommend booking ahead of time if possible if you need a English speaking tour guide- we were very lucky and managed to catch one (who was absolutely wonderful!) right before he left for the day. I would recommend calling on the phone if you don't get an email response. Also, the restaurant is only open for limited hours during the winter, FYI. We really loved our tour here!
Written February 5, 2017
When do the Native Shows take place during the day?
Written May 29, 2016
SiteHuron
Quebec City, Canada
Hi,
Here is the schedule for the native show during summer (july and august) : 11h30/14h00/15h30 everyday!
Written June 29, 2016
À quelle heure les spectacles amérindien ont normalement lieu?
(Nous voyagerons á Québec en août.)
Written May 29, 2016
SiteHuron
Quebec City, Canada
Bonjour,
Nous vous proposons trois spectacles amérindiens par jour (11h30/14h00/15h30).
Au plaisir de vous accueillir en août!
Written June 29, 2016
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