Lévis Forts National Historic Site

Walk through the dark vaulted tunnels of Fort No.1 and discover this last British fortification erected on Canadian soil which bears witness to remarkable technological innovations. Costume your children then take advantage, in broad daylight, of the superb panorama with the family for a picnic.

Featured things to do

Two mothers and two children with a Parks Canada guide at Lévis Forts National Historic Site

Visit to Fort No. 1

Explore with the family the last of a series of three detached forts demonstrating remarkable technological innovations of the time.

 A day camp group sits and answers questions from a Parks Canada guide in a caponier.

​School programs

Participate to educational activities at the Lévis Forts National Historic Site adapted to the different elementary and secondary cycles.

A Canadian flag is in the foreground in front of the parade ground of Fort No,1 during Canada Day festivities.

Canada Day

Join the Parks Canada team and the Maison de la famille Rive-Sud for this great family celebration at Fort No.1.

A family of father, mother and two children dressed as British soldiers stroll through Fort No.1 in Lévis.

Canada Strong Pass

As part of the Canada Strong Pass, Parks Canada is offering free admission to national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation.

Full view of the parade field of Fort Number One in Lévis during the July 1st Family Festival with inflatable games, a fire truck and a crowd.

Permits for specials activities

Several of our sites are suitable for holding special events. See the details.

A Parks Canada guide explains the instructions for the game to a group of children dressed as British soldiers.

Day camps programs

Day camps program offered at Lévis Forts National Historic Site. Two activites for kids.

Visiting Lévis Forts National Historic Site

Activities and experiences

Things to do, guided tours, costumed family activities, school programs, free events and much more.

Plan your visit

Maps and directions, how to get here, hours of operations, best time to visit. 

Fees

Daily visitor fees, program fees, and more. Free admission for youth.

Safety and guidelines

Visitors guidelines. 

About Lévis Forts National Historic Site

Culture and history

History, architecture, photos et vidéos.

Stewardship and management

Film and photography, management plan, management plan consultation report, F.A.Q.

How to get here

Contact us

Lévis Forts National Historic Site

General information :
1 888 773-8888 (toll free)

quebec.ev-ve@pc.gc.ca

For emergencies within the historic site:
418-835-5182

Hours of operation

2026 Season : From June 19 to September 7.

Complete Schedule

Social

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