Best known for the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort, the La Malbaie area is packed with attractions worth discovering, even when it rains. From local food and fun activities to fascinating learning experiences, there’s something for everyone. Follow this itinerary designed to keep both children and adults entertained and make the most of a rainy day.
For even more ideas, explore the activities available in La Malbaie.
What to do in La Malbaie when it rains
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Stop 1
The perfect breakfast to start the day
Stop 1
The perfect breakfast to start the day
Ease into the day over a good breakfast. Café Chez Nous serves hearty breakfasts and all kinds of coffee, making it an ideal place for a relaxed start. Classic breakfasts and Sunday brunch are also on the menu at Chez Truchon. Try the ham and 1608 cheese omelette, served with potatoes, fresh fruit, homemade jam and your choice of whole-wheat toast or toasted baguette, along with a comforting cup of coffee.
Stop 2
Visit the Observatoire de l’Astroblème
Stop 2
Visit the Observatoire de l’Astroblème
Once the day is underway, head to the Observatoire de l’Astroblème de Charlevoix to learn more about the cataclysmic event that shaped the Charlevoix landscape. Guided tours are offered daily at the discovery centre, where you can see meteorites and impactites from around the world and uncover the remarkable geological history of the region.
Stop 3
Lunch at Confit Épicerie-Buvette
Stop 3
Lunch at Confit Épicerie-Buvette
When lunchtime rolls around, stop for something delicious at Confit Épicerie-Buvette. The menu features tempting appetizers, sandwiches and meal-sized salads, all of which pair nicely with an excellent specialty coffee. It’s also a great place to stock up on local products. In the evening, the kitchen shifts into wine-bar mode for happy hour.
Stop 4
Visit a Charlevoix museum
Stop 4
Visit a Charlevoix museum
What better way to spend a rainy afternoon than at a museum? Located in Pointe-au-Pic, the Musée de Charlevoix presents permanent exhibits such as Charlevoix raconté, along with temporary exhibitions devoted to folk art. Its four galleries and varied activities offer plenty to discover for visitors of all ages.
Stop 5
Dinner somewhere truly unique
Stop 5
Dinner somewhere truly unique
End the day at Maison du Bootlegger, a former speakeasy dating back to the Prohibition era. The house specialty is meat grilled over maple charcoal and seasoned with the famous Bootlegger spice blend. You can also take a guided tour of the property and discover its hidden bar, a secret passage once used to bring supplies into the house through an exterior wall, a private lounge, bedrooms and even Elvis Presley’s authentic signature. Be sure to reserve your tour in advance.
For more culinary finds, visit Charlevoix’s Flavour Trail website.