Taste the local culture

Discover places that tell the story of the region! Make your first stop at the George Bryson Cultural House, a heritage gem that recounts the history of Pontiac. Then head to the Little Red Wagon Winery, where you will be invited to explore the vineyard and taste homemade products and small dishes. Then take a seat at Bistro CoqLicorne, a restaurant offering a colorful menu. In the evening, enjoy a show at Place Laval or stroll along the Cultural Trail, dotted with open-air works of art. End your day at the Hilton Lac-Leamy for a comfortable night's sleep close to the action. The next day, visit the Canadian Museum of History and explore the exhibits at your own pace.

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Little Red Wagon Winery

Located in the Pontiac region, an hour's drive from Gatineau-Ottawa, Vignoble Petit Chariot Rouge has been offering popular wines like P'tit Rouge, P'tit Blanc and P'tit Rosé since its first harvest in 2016, while innovating with new creations like P'tit Pontiac, P'tit Piquettes and P'tit Réservé. Culture lovers will be delighted to discover the works of local artists on display in the winery's reception hall, which can accommodate up to 75 guests. The winery also hosts evening concerts with meals, which can be booked on the website. Open from May to October, special events can be booked for the rest of the year.

79 km
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Bistro CoqLicorne

Located in the heart of downtown Gatineau, Bistro CoqLicorne is a restaurant where, from breakfast to dinner, each dish seduces with its bold flavors and daring combinations. In summer, sit out on the lively terrace and enjoy the bustle of the neighborhood. In winter, take a seat in the intimate dining room. With its distinctive menu, Bistro CoqLicorne invites you to step off the beaten track and discover a cuisine that leaves no one indifferent. The establishment also offers gluten-free dishes.

0.5 km
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Downtown Gatineau’s Culture Trail

Take an urban stroll through downtown Gatineau along the Downtown Gatineau’s Culture Trail, a public art trail that can be explored in summer and winter, day or night. Starting at the Canadian Museum of History, explore some 30 public artworks, art installations, and points of interest that bring the heart of downtown to life. During the summer season, free guided tours are offered on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. to help you discover the works and artists along the trail. A separate trail dedicated to murals is also available so you can continue the experience at your own pace.

3.9 km
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Hilton Lac-Leamy

The 51,000-sq.-ft. (4,738-sq.-m.) Hilton Lac-Leamy Conference Centre and adjoining theatre include 16 modular rooms that can accommodate all types of meetings, from a board meeting of 20 people to a banquet for 100 guests or a conference of 1,600 participants. An expert team will help you plan your event down to the smallest detail, from room selection to menus and technology requirements. Eco-friendly event packages available. Free outdoor parking and Wi-Fi.

4.5 km
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Canadian Museum of History

Housed in a scenic riverfront building designed by Indigenous architect Douglas Cardinal, the Museum is one of Canada’s most popular and offers spectacular venues for large to intimate banquets, cocktail receptions, conferences, meetings, concerts and more. Options include our majestic Grand Hall — with its large indoor collection of totem poles and house fronts — and the elegant circular Hub in our signature gallery, the Canadian History Hall. The Museum offers multiple event spaces, such as meeting rooms, a giant-screen cinema and a 503-seat theatre suitable for all kinds of events.