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Shawinigan is a city located on the Saint-Maurice River in the Mauricie area in Quebec, Canada. It had a population of 50,060 as of the Canada 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Shawinigan
1. Observation de l'Ours Noir
Overall Ratings
4 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By swissami19 - Zug, Switzerland
On a warm, sunny summer evening, we joined guide Eric and a group of about 40 people for the "see the black bear excursion" at 7pm. The price is very reasonable, the whole tour/explanation is in french, but seeing the bears, language is no problem.
After a short introduction by Eric and a five minute stroll, we arrive at a hut in the forest. Here he is already, our first male black bear who feasts on prepared eggs and honey-coated trees. He is just a few yards away and soon "joined" (in a safe distance) by a female bear with her three babies.
You get to take lots of pictures and would even get your money back, if there was no bear sighting.
Best on our evening: After sunrise three racoons observe the bears from a safe distance.
Yes, we would definitively do it again.
2. Vallee Rocanigan
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By edesmay - La Rochelle, France
Nous avons effectué un circuit dans cet endroit par une belle matinée ensoleillée. Nous étions tout seuls, magique. Sentiers extrêmement bien balisés et faciles d'accès en particulier "la familiale" balisée de panneaux avec des questions pour les enfants. On termine par une pause chocolat chaud dans une yourte avec fauteuils à bascule et poêle à bois.
3. Spamania
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5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Funshyne - Saint-Hubert, Canada
Un accueil chaleureux, un service super!!! Quoi de mieux que d'avoir un spa, sauna et Hammam juste pour soi pendant 2 heures, sans dérangement, avec votre choix de musique, de beaux forfaits, la chaise Neurospa à essayer à tout prix!!! Le tout abordable considérant le prix régulier des spas publics!
4. Domaine de la Foret Perdue
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By dogontheno11bus - Toronto
The skating entrance fee was $14 per person and they gave us tickets which could be exchanged for 2 tiny jars of their honey. The ice trail was freshly Zambonied slick and was sheltered from the wind. There were benches all around the trails to rest on. It looped and meandered through a wooded area around pens of Lamas, Alpacas, miniature Horse, Cows, Deer and Emus. The black Cow tried to taste me by licking my sleeve and then kept licking the steel fence post. I was expecting it to freeze its tongue and get stuck, but somehow it didn’t. A shaggy maned donkey had a foot long woody and when I got my camera out, he deflated. I guess he was camera shy and didn’t want to show off! Some parts of the trail had a very mild slope. We came upon a branch of the trail with a sign that it was a difficult trail and was only for professionals with a pictogram depicting a skater going uphill. We loop back to the main compound going past a trout pond with a sign advertising fresh trout meals. The main compound had facilities for putting on your skates and the picnic tables seemed to allow you to bring food in to eat. However, they do have a restaurant for you to buy food. Although cost money to skate, it was still a worthy memorable experience.
5. D'Arbre en Arbre
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Stormy92 - Bucks
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. There are loads of different levels to tackle, starting with green and ending on black. The staff were helpful and the training good. It was good value for a family ticket and cheaper than England. The quality of the apparatus was good and the atmosphere relaxed. What more can I say?!
6. Location Motoneige Maximum Aventure
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Rental for boats, motorcycles, ATV and snowmobile. Maximum Location is the number one for all your rental needs. You will be able to rent and drive your rental in less then 5 minutes in the majestic Mauricie area.
7. Tourisme Mauricie
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Helena-Francisco - Quebec, Canada
Nous nous sommes procurés le guide touristique 2016-2017 de la Mauricie ainsi que la documentation complète pour le *Chemin du Roy*. Celle-ci contient une carte ainsi que tous les attraits du parcours. On y retrouve entre autres: hébergement, agrotourisme, restauration, attraits patrimoniaux... Ce bureau touristique est situé près de l'Espace Shawinigan.
8. Bureau d'accueil Touristique de Batiscan
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4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Helena-Francisco - Quebec, Canada
Le bureau touristique est situé dans le bâtiment "Le Hang Art". A cet endroit, on retrouve également une boutique où on peut se procurer des œuvres d'artistes et d'artisans de la région. De plus, à l'étage supérieur du hangar, on peut visiter et ce, gratuitement, un petit musée *L'Office des Signaux* où vous en apprendrez un peu plus sur les signes optiques, les drapeaux et la télégraphie pour la gestion du trafic maritime.
Le préposé à l'information a répondu à toutes mes questions et m'a donné plusieurs suggestions et indications routières pour prendre l'apéro et casser la croûte. Batiscan possède une belle plage de sable tout près du bureau touristique. Profitez de votre arrêt pour poser toutes vos questions sur le village, la rivière Batiscan, le pont de fer...
Ce bureau touristique est saisonnier et il est ouvert du 24 juin à la Fête du Travail de 10h à 17h.
9. Museum of Prime Minister Jean Chretien
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Cité de l'énergie presents at Shawinigan Space the exhibition entitled Musée du Premier ministre Jean Chrétien Le Canada dans le monde. The Prime Minister of Canada received numerous gifts during his official duties. These items, from around the world, were given during meetings and international events with other Heads of State or government officials, some were given to the Prime Minister while travelling across the country, and others by elected officials, representatives of different organizations and well as by citizens. This incredible variety of gifts, which relate a part of history, highlight Canada's place in the world. Furthermore, they are a symbolic trace of the stable dialogue among various nations. The Right Honourable Jean Chrétien, former Prime Minister of Canada, mentioned a while ago it would be legitimate to exhibit the numerous gifts he received during his official duties. We then decided to create a museum which would highlight the importance of international relations and reveal the dialogue between different cultures, while offering at the same time an educational dimension; as wished by Mr. Chrétien, a museum that will innovate by constantly enriching its collections.
Reviewed By Jean R - Ottawa, Canada
Seeing all the gifts given by foreign leaders to Prime Minister Jean Chretien is very interesting and the explanatory panels around the room provide a very informative history of the foreign policy of the Chretien's era. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. The video documentary of the Prime Minister's life was extremely well done. A must see for all Canadians
10. Parc national de la Mauricie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By stanislavholis - Valasske Mezirici, Czech Republic
This place was not on trip advisor and after visiting I MUST add it and write a review. Park is located in the middle of the road from Montreal to Quebec City. Area is called Shawinigan (same as closest big city). There are signs for National Park everywhere so just follow them you cant get lost. Stop at the information center at the begining of the park for map and informations about park. Now it depends on you what would you like to do there are great amount of hiking tracks from easiest to hard. A lot of lakes and ponds at some you can rent canoe/kayak or just BBQ with family end friends. Entry was free because of 150 years aniversary of national parks in Canada. Even there are some small shops in the park I recomend to buy all the food/drinks before you arrive to the park. You can also camp in the park. Enjoy its beautiful!
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