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Terrasse Dufferin vs Observatoire de la Capitale

Both are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Terrasse Dufferin ranks slightly higher than Observatoire de la Capitale. Terrasse Dufferin is ranked #7 in Quebec City with recommendations from 5 sources including Afar Magazine, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.

Terrasse Dufferin
Terrasse Dufferin
8 / 10
2, rue d'Auteuil / D'Auteuil street, 2, Somehwere Ming Cing, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 5C2, Canada
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This wide boardwalk with an intricate wrought-iron guardrail has a panoramic view." Full review
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Don't miss the guided tours and activities, such as chocolate tasting from a centuries-old recipe
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Terrasse Dufferin, which is perched just below the iconic Fairmont Château le Frontenac, is a public park with sweeping vistas of the St. Lawrence River." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Right at the foot of Château Frontenac, thrillseekers will be happy to find a toboggan 82 meters high that offers a heart-challenging 150-meter run." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Overlooking the majestic river, this vantage point offers breathtaking views of the Lower Town and the St. Lawrence River." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Right at the foot of Château Frontenac, thrillseekers will be happy to find a toboggan 82 meters high that offers a heart-challenging 150-meter run." Full review
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Observatoire de la Capitale
Observatoire de la Capitale
8 / 10
Edifice Marie-Guyart, 31st Fl., 1037 de La Chevrotière, 31st floor, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 5E9 , Canada
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The site features an overview of the city's history with 3-D imagery, audiovisual displays... and a time-travel theme with a 1960s twist." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"At 221m/725ft, the observatory on the 31st storey of this administrative building commands a splendid view of Historic Quebec, the citadelle, the fortifications, the St. Lawrence River." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Standing at 221 meters above sea level (and with 31 floors), this is Quebec City's tallest building." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Offers a 360-degree view of the Québec City skyline, from the city’s highest vantage point...for kids, there’s also an interactive, touch-screen exhibit about the history of the capital city" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Head 221m up to the 31st floor for great views of the Old Town." Full review