Hydro-Québec Observation Tower
la cité de l’énergie

Hydro-Québec Observation Tower

The Hydro-Québec observation tower, a symbolic attraction.

You will continue your visit by taking a panoramic elevator to the top of an observation tower built from an old Hydro-Quebec power transmission tower. At 115 meters, it’s the second highest observation tower in Quebec.


An evocative symbol of electrical energy, this tower is the trademark of the Cité de l’énergie. You will see the beauty of the Mauricie landscape and the quality of Shawinigan’s urban environment. During this visit, you will discover the history of Shawinigan’s urban and industrial development as well as the built and landscape heritage found within the city boundaries.

tour d'observation Cité de l'énergie
Schedules and Rates

La Cité de l’ÉnergieSchedules and Rates

Included in the

    Included in the The Cité de l’énergie visitfrom June 10 to September 24, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    • Adults

      18 years and over

      $ 28

    • Children and adolescents

      6 to 17 years

      $14

    • Children

      5 years and less

      Free

    • Elders

      65 and over

      $ 27

    • Family

      2 adults / 1 child

      $ 61

    • Family

      2 adults / 2 children

      $ 68

    The Cité de l’énergie visit includes the Science center sector (Planet Energy exhibit and multimedia show, the Hydro-Québec observation tower, the Prime Minister Jean Chrétien Museum – Canada in the World and the temporary exhibition) and the Hydroelectric sector, which includes the visit to the NAC and Shawinigan-2 generating stations.

    All rates include taxes

    À la carte

    From June 26 to September 26, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    * Free for children 5 years old and under accompanied by an adult.

    • Adult

      (13 years and older)

      $15

    • Child

      (6 to 12 years)

      $10

    Not applicable for daycare, school groups and day camps.
    Prices subject to change without notice