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Terrasse Dufferin

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
As featured in Quebec for free
Ranked #6 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 43 Reviews
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Fee: No
Owner description: This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River. Winter adrenalin junkies line up by the thousands at Les Glissades...... more » Owner description: This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River. Winter adrenalin junkies line up by the thousands at Les Glissades de la Terrasse to experience the rush of zooming downhill from 270 feet high (82 meters) in a toboggan speeding up to 60 mph (90 kilometers per hour) to the bottom 500 feet (152 meters) away. Located on the Dufferin Terrace overlooking the St. Lawrence River behind Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, the ride is open from mid-December through late March. « less
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

a good start to visit the old town of quebec.we have a nice panorama .The place is at the bottom of the Frontenac casttle. More

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Floyd
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

We got to Quebec City in the rain and immediately headed to the Terrasse Dufferin for the view which is simply incomparable. From the streets below to the mighty waterway stretching into the distance and the Chateau Frontenac looming over you, it's a stroll not to be missed. The views of the old ramparts under glass were interesting as well. More

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New Brunswick
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

The terrasse is a perfect place to stroll leisurely beside the Chateau Frontenac and look out over the St. Lawrence River. You often can enjoy entertainers during your walk and can even stop and enjoy a snack like a beavertail - yum! The views of the river are fantastic on a clear day and one can see the Levi ferry... More

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Los Angeles, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

This grandly named promenade area provides a pleasant activity for those who enjoy a stroll, or who simply want to take a breather from sightseeing. The view of the St. Lawrence River can't be beat, and the Fortenac above makes it quite an elegant spot for relaxing in style. This elegance is intensified by the lovely green and white gazeboes... More

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Alberta, Canada
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196 reviews 196 reviews
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64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

On a fine day, this is the place to take a walk, and admire the views of the river and the city. More

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Saint John, Canada
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

The Dufferin Terrace is located in front of the Chateau Frontenac Hotel. The upper station of the funicular to the lower town is here. You can walk along the terrace and then climb stairs and walk along in front of the Citadel. The views are great! More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

This is a perfect place for long walkings and a huge balcony to Saint-Laurent river, with impresive views of the other margin and the Lower Town. From there you can admire the Chateau Frontenac. It is one of the best areas of Upper Town of Old Quebec. More

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Cannes, France
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

Beautiful place with wonderful views and , in the winter, a fun little glissoire (you have to drag youranticated luge up to it, but it is worth it! More

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Toronto, Canada
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2012

This is the main 'boardwalk' right at the edge of the hill/cliff in the upper half of Old Quebec. The Chateau Frontenac, the Citadel, huge statues are just some of the things you will see as you walk up and down the planks. Fantastic views of the St. Lawrence River and the town of Levis on the opposite shore. The... More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012

On a cold day this is a tough sell for the family. The toboggan ride was thrilling and scary! We RAN to the furnicalre to get out of freezing wind. Kind of thing you should experience, no matter what More

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