Old Prison of Trois-Rivières
Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières
This historic Canadian jail was once the longest operating prison in the country and is now open for people to incarcerate themselves.

📜 Historic Canadian jail, longest operating in the country.
🔍 Now a museum offering tours and unique experiences.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Tours led by former inmates sharing first-hand experiences
⚖️ Take part in a 1920s style Canadian trial by jury
🌙 Opportunity for groups to spend a night in a 19th-century prison cell
🏛️ Explore a heritage building with significant architectural history

Why Avoid

🗣️ English-guided visits not always available outside summer

Tips

🗓️ Online reservations suggested for summer English tours

Hours

🕒 Daily, hours vary by season. English tours limited outside summer.

📍 Location

200 Rue Laviolette, Trois-Rivières, Québec, G9A 1T9, Canada

Last updated 9 days ago

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