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Musee du Fort

10 rue Sainte Anne, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4S7, Canada
(418) 692-2175
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Diorama
Musee du Fort
Right next to the Frontenac - entrance is on the right
20 visitor photos
Ranked #33 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.0 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Military Museums
Description: This small museum chronicles the history of the city, including the numerous battles fought for its control.
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San Francisco, California
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“museum?”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

My guidebook said this museum was not to be missed.  Really?  You go through a souvenir shop into a theater.  You sit in the dark theater for about twenty minutes and listen to a narrative while lights flash around a big diorama.  Okay, the boats rock a little and some smoke comes out of the cannons…but that's it.  There is... More

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Merritt Island, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great for History!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

Interesting for the history of Quebec. Would recommend as a starting point to understand the history of this wonderful city. More

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Hilton Head Island
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“History program.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

This short program is a little expensive but worth it to gain a clear understanding of the history of Quebec City. Even children and non-history adults will enjoy the large topographic display with lights showing how Canada came to be English rather than French ruled. Programs alternate in French and English language. More

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Winnipeg, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Diorama come to life!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012

What a fun and funny little museum. There is a huge diorama/model of Quebec City around the time do the battle of the Plains of Abraham along with a movie that chronicles Quebec's military history. The model is amazing, and it comes to life during the video. At one point the city is getting bombarded by the English from the... More

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Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great summary of Quebec's History”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2011

I am originally from Quebec but have lived abroad for years. I have returned to Quebec many times with friends and always make a point to bring them to the Musee du Fort. The history facts are accurate, the show is just of perfect length (about 30 minutes). A great way to start a tour in Old Quebec City. More

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Vermont
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Note: Closed in December!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2011

Disappointed it was closed. It sounded like it would have been perfect for the children. More

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france bilodeau, Manager at Musee du Fort, responded to this review
January 4, 2012

Dear visitor, Please note that the Musee du Fort has been in operation for more than 45 years and we have noticed over the years that the slowest period is early December . As such, the management team feels that this is the best time to close for a couple of weeks in order to update the sound and light... More

South Plainfield, New Jersey
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“very tacky sound and light show”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2011

Was very disappointed by the quality of the sound and light show More

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Scranton, Pennsylvania
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Great way to learn the history of Quebec!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2011

I highly recommend going here! I thought the $8 adult fee was pricey for the 30 minute attraction, but my husband and I loved it! It was very informative about the history, French & British War, which finally lead to the Revolutionary War. I recommend going during the beginning of your trip because you will learn about the "fort" and... More

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Guelph, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“excellent”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2011

unique exhibit, beautiful buildling!! Staff dress up for the time period (at least one was), and they have lots of information to provide More

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Temecula, Ca.
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“A Must See if New to the Area”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2011
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We almost didn't go see this based on a bad review. We waited and finally went to see it after 5 days in Quebec City. I wish we had done it the first day. I would have understood so much more about the area in the begining. The show is well done considering is is a model of the area,... More

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