Plan your visit
Espace NAPAGA, a world to explore!
Immerse yourself in a world where archaeology invites you to play, explore, and savour every moment in the great outdoors.
Enjoy a rich program of museum, archaeological, tourist, and cultural activities on the Pabos archaeological site. Turn your visit into an unforgettable stay in the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula!
Expositions
In 2025, two permanent and three temporary exhibits will immerse you in the Gaspé Peninsula of the 18th-century. The museum programming is designed to be explored in one day, but the enchanting site will make you want to linger and take full advantage.
Calendar of events
Throughout the season, there is one special activity after another to fill you with wonder: Archaeology Month, music shows, comedy evenings, lectures, tastings . . . and much more!
Whether you’re visiting as a family, a couple, alone, or with friends, there’s something for everyone!
Everything you need to know (FAQ)
Espace NAPAGA is open only during the tourist season.
High season, from mid-June to early September: daily, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Low season, during September: Fridays and Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Guided tours of the permanent exhibitions are included in site admission. Reserve your spot for free at the ticket office.
8:30 p.m.: The Pabos Seigneury
11:30 a.m.: Animarchéo (fictional archaeological digs)
12:30 p.m.: The King Brothers’ Mill
1:30 p.m.: The Pabos Seigneury
2:30 p.m.: Animarchéo (fictional archaeological digs)
3:30 p.m.: The King Brothers’ Mill
4:30 p.m.: The Pabos Seigneury
6:30 p.m.: Animarchéo (fictional archaeological digs)
7:30 p.m.: The King Brothers’ Mill
No guided tour at 5:30 p.m. Tours last 30 to 45 minutes.
For rates and reservations, click here!
The NAPAGA Bistro is open from noon (12:00 p.m.) to 8:30 p.m. in high season, closed on Sundays. Check out our cultural program!
The NAPAGA Campground reception kiosk is open from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. in high season and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in low season.
For tour operators and private groups: please contact the administration by email at or +1 418 689-6043, ext. 4.
We are open, rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Please plan a windbreaker or raincoat and good closed shoes if the weather looks uncertain.
The exhibition Fantöm: The Hunt uses virtual reality technology, and the detection goggles are not suitable for rain. In such cases, we offer postponed departures or a refund.
If extreme weather conditions force us to close the site, tickets will be refunded.
Each ticket is valid for a single entry to one or two temporary exhibitions, including daily access to the archaeological site, permanent exhibitions and educational activities (including guided tours).
Exhibitions with different day and evening circuits each require a separate ticket (e.g., URA: The Celebration of Water and Fantöm: The Hunt).
The time indicated on the The English at the Conquest escape game ticket must be respected. We recommend arriving 5 minutes early.
Access to beaches, play areas, and trails is free.
For the The English at the Conquest escape game, we cannot guarantee access to temporary exhibitions if you arrive late. It is recommended to arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled time, at the location indicated on your ticket.
The site and other exhibitions are self-guided. There is no fixed arrival or visiting time.
All sales are final: no exchanges or refunds.
They are not allowed:
- In exhibition areas, pavilions, or shelters
- At the NAPAGA Bistro,
- In NAPAGA Campground ready-to-camp units (trailers and tents).
They are allowed, under certain conditions, in outdoor common areas and on the beach:
- They must be leashed and supervised by their owner at all times.
- Their presence must not compromise the safety or tranquility of the site and others.
- Owners are responsible for their pets and must comply with the Espace NAPAGA Code of Conduct, including mandatory cleanup of pet waste to maintain site cleanliness.
Accredited museum institution
This official accreditation, granted by the Ministère de la Culture et des Communications on behalf of the Quebec government, guarantees that the highest museum and archaeological standards are met. Everything we do is aimed at fulfilling our mission of offering the public an outstanding museum experience.
