Where does my cruise ship dock in Havre-Saint-Pierre?

Your ship docks directly at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal in Canada.

Can I walk from the cruise port into Havre-Saint-Pierre?

Yes. Havre-Saint-Pierre is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.

How do I get from the cruise port to Havre-Saint-Pierre centre?

Typical options include On foot, Ferry, Car rental, Taxi. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.

How much time do I need in Havre-Saint-Pierre?

Plan for at least 3.5 hours ashore to see Havre-Saint-Pierre independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.

What currency is used in Havre-Saint-Pierre and are cards accepted?

Havre-Saint-Pierre uses the Canadian Dollar. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.

Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?

Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.

When should I be back at the ship?

Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.

Havre-Saint-Pierre Cruise Port

Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada · Other

Cruise ships dock at Wharf 2 (Quai no 2), Havre-Saint-Pierre.

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DIY 6/10

Take a boat from the marina to the Mingan Archipelago to walk among the limestone monoliths, then explore the village, its Parks Canada centre and the waterfront on foot.

Small North-Shore port; the village is a 5-minute walk, and boats run from the marina to the Mingan Archipelago's monolith islands.

🚢 Docked port0.4 km / 0.2 mi to city centre

⚠️The monolith islands are the whole point of a call here and are reached only by boat (roughly 4-5 hours round trip), so book a taxi-boat or Zodiac early and mind the weather, which can cancel sailings.

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At a glance

Walk-off possibleFamily friendlyTourist info at dockSouvenir shops at dockIndependent tours at dockMin. 3.5h neededAllow 75 min return buffer

Port summary

Ships dock at Wharf 2 (or on busy days tender to the marina) a 5-minute walk from the village; the star attraction is a boat trip out to the Mingan Archipelago's limestone monoliths, with the village, its Parks Canada centre and waterfront all walkable.

Cruise dock

🚢 Wharf 2 (Quai no 2)

Working wharf where mid-size cruise ships berth, ~5 min walk from the village; larger vessels anchor and tender to the marina. Approx coord — exact berth not OSM-tagged.

📍 Latitude: 50.238, Longitude: -63.596

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Getting to Havre-Saint-Pierre

From the cruise terminal to the city centre

🚶 On footRecommended

⏱ 5 min💶 Free

The village is a flat 5-minute walk from Wharf 2; everything in town is walkable.

📍 Walk from Wharf 2 into the village.

⛴️ FerryRecommended

💶 C$150+ for a 4-5h island tour (≈ €2.7–100 / $2.9–108)

Boats and Zodiacs run from the marina to the Mingan monolith islands; book ahead.

📍 Taxi-boat and Zodiac operators at the marina.

🚗 Car rental

💶 C$70+ per day (≈ €47 / $50)

A rental car reaches the coast and Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan; supply is small, pre-book.

📍 Pre-book; limited agencies in the village.

🚕 Taxi

💶 C$10-15 in town (≈ €6.7–10 / $7.2–11)

A few taxis serve the village and the coast road; agree a fare for longer runs.

📍 Taxi rank in the village.

Map & things to do

Money & payments

💱 Currency: Canadian Dollar ($)💵 Cash needed: sometimes🏧 ATMs at port💳 Cards widely accepted

Cards work in the village; carry some cash for boat crews, craft stalls or a tip in this remote spot.

Things to do

10 things to do

Ile Niapiskau Monoliths

⭐ Highlight

Land on Niapiskau to walk among its famous flowerpot monoliths, including La Bonne Femme.

⏱ 120 min💶 Included in island tour📋 Book ahead👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 July-August; calm seas

Promenade des Anciens

Short stop

🚶 Walk

Stroll the waterfront promenade past the harbour, beaches and the monument to the founders.

⏱ 45 min💶 Free👨‍👩‍👧 Family♿ Accessible

🕐 Anytime your ship is in

Mingan Monoliths Boat Tour

🎯 Activity

Cruise out by boat to the Mingan Archipelago's limestone monoliths, sea stacks sculpted by the sea.

⏱ 270 min💶 C$150+ for a 4-5h tour (≈ €2.7–100 / $2.9–108)📋 Book ahead👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 July-August for the best sailings

Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Whale Station

🎯 Activity

A whale research and interpretation station 40 minutes west with skeletons and marine life.

⏱ 90 min💶 Small entry fee👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 Daytime opening hours

Minganie Seafood in the Village

Short stop

🍽️ Restaurant

Sample Minganie snow crab, scallops and local seafood in the village restaurants.

⏱ 90 min💶 C$20-45 per person (≈ €13–30 / $14–32)👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 Lunchtime

Mingan Archipelago Reception Centre

Short stop

🏛️ Museum

The Parks Canada reception and interpretation centre for the Mingan Archipelago, in the village.

⏱ 45 min💶 Free entry👨‍👩‍👧 Family♿ Accessible

🕐 Before your island boat trip

Maison de la Culture Roland-Jomphe

Short stop

🏛️ Museum

A heritage centre on local Acadian and fishing culture in a historic waterfront building.

⏱ 45 min💶 Small entry fee👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 Daytime opening hours

Grande Ile Puffins

🌿 Nature

Watch Atlantic puffins and seabird colonies on the boat trip to Grande Ile.

⏱ 120 min💶 Included in island tour📋 Book ahead👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 June-August for nesting puffins

Ile du Fantome

🌿 Nature

A quieter Mingan island of monoliths, boreal forest and seabirds off Havre-Saint-Pierre.

⏱ 120 min💶 Included in island tour📋 Book ahead👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 July-August; calm seas

Ile Quarry

🌿 Nature

Explore Quarry Island's trails, monoliths and arctic-alpine flora on a guided landing.

⏱ 120 min💶 Included in island tour📋 Book ahead👨‍👩‍👧 Family

🕐 July-August; calm seas

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Frequently asked questions

Where does my cruise ship dock in Havre-Saint-Pierre?: Your ship docks directly at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal in Canada.
Can I walk from the cruise port into Havre-Saint-Pierre?: Yes. Havre-Saint-Pierre is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
How do I get from the cruise port to Havre-Saint-Pierre centre?: Typical options include On foot, Ferry, Car rental, Taxi. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
How much time do I need in Havre-Saint-Pierre?: Plan for at least 3.5 hours ashore to see Havre-Saint-Pierre independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
What currency is used in Havre-Saint-Pierre and are cards accepted?: Havre-Saint-Pierre uses the Canadian Dollar. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?: Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
When should I be back at the ship?: Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.

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