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Musee de la Civilisation

85 Dalhousie | (At de la Barricade), Quebec City, Quebec G1K 7A6, Canada
418-643-2158
Ranked #13 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 70 Reviews
Type: Museums
Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable...... more » Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable collections, an education centre and a living memory. It is located in the region's capital, Québec City, in the heart of an historic district and close to Place Royale. « less
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MrChimpster
Ottawa, Canada
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

I normally love museums, and can easily spend a whole day if not more in a good one. This one, however, is not a very good one. Though it is housed in a large building, it isn't exactly stuffed with things to see. It's almost bare compared to some museums. Furthermore, I didn't find many of the exhibits to be... More

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FloridaCracker8888
Merritt Island, Florida
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12 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

Nice museum for the history of Canada. Enjoyed learning about the different provinces. Exhibits were informative and well-planned. Don't miss it! More

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slquebec
Montreal QC
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11 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

Interesting but too much to read and not enough to see. Hard with young children, despite lots of "hands on" displays. Had been here years ago and had higher expectations. Loved the Saturday morning free admission, however. The building is gorgeous and worth seeing--as is the museum. More

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funpower
Montreal, Canada
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19 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

We went to see the "ROME" exhibition. I have been to this museum many times, it is easy to visit because there are usually 7 to 9 shows going on at the same time, so pick something that will interest you and just go see that. It is a spacious museum with a lot of glass and you have a... More

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rodjuca
Sherbrooke, Canada
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

I recommend this museum for museum lovers and for people like me. I found this museum very atractive and interesting. A little long for my feet but I saw everything. More

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cmlemieux
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2012

Nice place of history to walk around or for piknik in the summer! More

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gfarmer668
Tallahassee, Florida
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46 reviews
44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

I learned very much about Canadian history and 'New France'. Also very interesting about the Native Indians. Well done and free wifi. More

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vtcowgirl
Vermont
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

We enjoyed the museum on Christmas Eve and learned a lot about the settlement of Quebec and history of European influences. The Inuit exhibits were very good and educational. Special exhibit on Rome was good, too. More

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Ghislaine G
Quebec City, Canada
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13 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

This museum is modern and as both the classical museum approach and the hands on approach. Great for all age groups. More

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TheCanuckTraveller
Toronto, Canada
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22 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012

Arrived in Quebec City on a Tuesday and decided to check out the Museum after hearing positive things about it, plus they had a Rome exhibit on. Nice surprise to see the museum was free on Tuesdays- even the extra Rome exhibit! Spent a few hours in the museum checking out the Rome exhibit and about the early Canadian peoples.... More

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