Lévis Forts National Historic Site
Interpretive Activities
Discovery Circuit
Exhibition © Parks Canada
Explore the various components of this 19th century defensive structure: its dark tunnels, underground chambers, and rolling bridge. Take your time to explore the exhibition in the vaulted casemates. You’ll learn why, by whom, how and with what materials the fort was built. We even have a few well-guarded secrets to share with you.
Explora
© Gilles Boutin
Use the new “Explora” application to explore Lévis Forts National Historic Site, discovering outstanding landscapes and learning more about how this exceptional defensive work was built.
Discover the Fort on a tablet
© Yves Laframboise
This tool gives you access to a number of period illustrations and photographs. Travel back in time and gain new insight into this defensive system and the role the Lévis Forts played as sentinels of Québec.
Visitor Guide
© Parks Canada
Pick up the self-guided tour brochure and get an indepth look at the history of this fortification designed to protect the city of Québec.
Spotlight on the Fort
Casemates and vaulted tunnels © Parks Canada
Visit an underground shooting area, powder magazine, vaulted tunnels, and more using the “Explora” app, or using an interactive tablet. Three new ways to discover the history behind the construction of the three Lévis Forts!
Children under 10 can dress up as a soldier for the visit.
Length: 1 hour
Become an Xplorer!
Get your “Xplorers” booklet—it’s a fun way for people of all ages to explore the many extraordinary places at Fort No.1. You can participate by yourself or with your family.
Activity length: 45 minutes