Treat your family to a country getaway filled with farm animals and alpacas.
At Quinn Farm, enjoy an authentic agri-tourism experience with friendly farm animals, tractor rides, seasonal pick-your-own activities, and a farm shop stocked with local products. For lunch, stop by Patate et Persil, a local favourite known for its unique take on the classic snack bar experience. Then, continue your countryside adventure at Les Alpagas de la Petite Côte, where you can meet and photograph a charming herd of alpacas in a peaceful rural setting.
This itinerary is perfect for families looking for an animal-themed day trip near Montreal, combining farm fun, outdoor experiences, and memorable moments for all ages.
From Notre-Dame-de-L’Ile-Perrot to Rivière-Beaudette
½ day
53 km
3 stops
1
Ferme Quinn
2
Patate & Persil
3
Les Alpagas de la Petite Côte
Stop #1
Ferme Quinn
Only 40 minutes from downtown Montréal on lovely Île-Perrot, the Ferme Quinn has been a family favourite for two generations. The perfect outing for families with young children, this family-run business lets visitors explore the inner workings of a real farm from barn to fields. Spring, summer, and fall, the fields are full of fruits to harvest. Pick your own strawberries, blueberries, tomatoes, corn, apples, pumpkins and more! Even your Christmas tree in November! Tractor-rides and hay-bale mazes are a treat in the fresh open air. On your way out, be sure to stop at the shop for some home-baked goodies and local products.
Simple meals prepared with quality ingredients, inspired by the flavours of the world… that’s what Patate & Persil is all about. Fast, fresh, and affordable, and with some of the best burgers and fries around, this little gourmet gem is well worth the stop. The menu changes all the time, meaning that you always have a reason to head back and try out another of chef Eric Blais’ inspired sandwiches, creative burgers, and epic poutines. The ambiance of this small neighbourhood restaurant is inviting and friendly, a perfect reflection of the comfort foods that make up the menu. In summer, it is definitely one of the most beautiful outdoor patios of the region! The casse-croute is suited for everyone, even vegetarians, so if you need a bite to eat while you’re exploring the region put this place at the top of your list.
Located in Saint-Lazare, Alpagas de la Petite Côte is an agricultural business and craft studio specializing in alpaca wool textiles. Locally-sourced and transformed, the quality of the finished product, spun and woven by hand in Eastern Canada, starts with careful selection of the best alpacas, raised under the highest standards. The owner is an expert in the sorting and grading of alpaca fibre and trains other fibre producers. For a visit to the farm or to the shop, do not hesitate to contact them.
