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Miniature World

649 Humboldt St. | Empress Hotell, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
250-385-9731
Ranked #21 of 75 attractions in Victoria
4.5 of 5 stars 76 Reviews
Type: Children’s Museums, Speciality Museums
Description: Museum housing tons of models and dioramas.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Beware families! This is simply not worth *anything*. If it was free, i would have still felt ripped off for the sheer life stolen from me. More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

maybe if you are a kid it's ok but lots of little minatures and scenes and everything behind glass More

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Edmonton, Canada
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We enjoyed our visit here with our family. Many of the models are very unique and have a lot of fine detail. The kids enjoyed pushing buttons to get things going such as the miniature trains and other stops. Small children/toddlers may not have the patience to appreciate the displays, but older children will appreciate it more. It certainly was... More

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Victoria, BC
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Great variety of scenes, many historical very skilfully presented here. Our grandchildren were riveted and it provided many opportunities to talk about local history. More

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Cumberland, BC
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Excellent models. A mini world to escape into, looking back at history and escaping into fantasy. Something for everyone. More

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Victoria, Canada
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Since moving to Victoria, we've visited Miniature World many times over the years. We've always been impressed with the displays, and kids LOVE all the miniatures. Quality work, appealing arrangements and displays, and a great couple of hours to spend when visiting Victoria!! More

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Victoria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Amazing exhibits of battle scenes, very large doll houses, fairy tale scenes, scenes of old cities, etc. Buttons light up different aspects. Huge amount of work to prepare, but not highly appreciated by a 5 year old. She liked it but went through quickly except when there was a button to push. More

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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

I wish my 2 year old son was not sleepy when we visited this museum. Such a cool museum. The detail of every scene was amazing. Went to this museum Sept 2009. Maybe we'll be able to go back so my son can see and enjoy it as much as we did. :-) More

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Vancouver Island
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Fascinating place with intricate work and detail. A great place to bring children. A bit pricey but so unique so if you can afford it, go, I recommend going. There is, however, a special rate for a family of 4 or more. More

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Hanna, Canada
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

It was amazing, I wasn't going to go but I'm sure glad we did.. Just incredibly how they made that stuff. The detail in the places is just unreal.. Pictures on the walls in the house's.The baking etc. You have to see this believe me More

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