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La Citadelle de QuebecvsAquarium du Quebec
Both are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, La Citadelle de Quebec ranks significantly better than Aquarium du Quebec. La Citadelle de Quebec scores 93 with accolades from 6 reviews like Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
La Citadelle de Quebec
Frommer's
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
1, Cote de la Citadelle, Cap-Diamant, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 3R2, Canada
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"The duke of Wellington had this partially star-shaped fortress built... in anticipation of renewed American attacks after the War of 1812." Full review
"Built at the city's highest point, on Cap Diamant, the Citadelle is the largest fortified base in North America still occupied by troops." Full review
"Its picturesque steep streets and frowning gateways; and the splendid views which burst upon the eye at every turn, is at once unique and lasting." Full review
2 Stars
"Some areas of the Citadelle are off-limits, as it is still a military base for the Royal 22nd Regiment." Full review
"Sitting like a five-pointed star among The Plains of Abraham and just above Terrasse Dufferin, La Citadelle de Québec is a still-active military base." Full review
6.0
"Québec City's Citadel (La Citadelle, in French) is the largest British-built fortress in North America; it took 30 years to construct" Full review
"Quebec City is one of the last remaining fortified cities in North America and Touring La Citadelle de Quebec allows guests to uncover nearly 300 years of Canadian history"
Quebec City Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
"Today the Citadelle is the base of Canada's Royal 22s... the regiment earned three Victoria Crosses." Full review
Aquarium du Quebec
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
1675 des Hotels Ave, (Highway 73, exit 132), Quebec City, Quebec G1W 4S3, Canada
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"This 40-acre indoor and outdoor public aquarium located west of the city center is home to over 10,000 marine creatures: fish, reptiles, amphibians, and sea mammals." Full review
"This is the only aquarium in North America with examples of all five species of cold-water seals." Full review
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Don't miss the jellyfish ballet or seahorse tanks in the new pavilion.
2 Stars
"Established on a site overlooking the St. Lawrence River, the Aquarium of Quebec houses more than 10,000 fish, invertebrates, amphibians and sea mammals. " Full review