Observatoire de la Capitale

Tourist attraction · Parliament Hill

Observatoire de la Capitale

Tourist attraction · Parliament Hill

1037 Rue de la Chevrotière, Québec, QC G1R 5E9, Canada

Highlights

Soar to the 31st floor of Quebec's tallest tower for stunning panoramic views and a warm welcome, making it the perfect launchpad for your city adventure.

1037 Rue de la Chevrotière, Québec, QC G1R 5E9, Canada Get directions

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@afar

"A good start to your visit to Québec City is a stop at the Observatoire de la Capitale, just past the Parliament Building. The observation deck on the 31st floor of the Marie-Guyart Building stands 725 feet high and offers 360-degree views of the city. From here, the highest building in the city, you can get a sense of the lay of the land—Old Québec jutting out into the St. Lawrence River, Cap Diamant to its south, the Louise Basin marina and St. Charles River to its north. New signage added in 2016 provides cultural, economic, and historical background on the sights below. After you have surveyed the city, descend and explore it on foot."

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Trevor Simpson

Google

The Observatoire de la Capitale offers breathtaking 360° views of Québec City from its 31st-floor vantage point. It’s the perfect spot to appreciate the city’s rich history, the St. Lawrence River, and the surrounding landscape. The informative exhibits add context without overwhelming. A must-visit for first-timers and locals alike!

Paul Vivas

Google

L'observatoire de la Capitale is one of the highest point you can get to in Quebec City. It was definitely a good idea for us to start our tour of the city from here as it gave us a good idea of the size of the town. We really enjoyed it here and would definitely recommend coming to get the city views.

Kylee Hulet

Google

This is a nice well-rounded way to learn about Quebec City. Tickets were easy to purchase online in advance and finding the building/entrance was simple. We were early and it was no problem. Everyone spoke English. We started the experience at our own pace and on one “side” there was a guide that took time to walk us through the history of what we were looking at. The graphic design and overall appearance of the place was great. There are “immersive” parts of the experience which are just projected videos and photos that didn’t relate much to the purpose of the attraction.

G D

Google

Great spot to get your bearings in Québec City! The Observatoire de la Capitale offers amazing 360° views of the city from way up on the 31st floor. It reminded me a bit of the CN Tower—minus the glass floor and edge walk! The exhibits were fun and informative, with historical photos and bite-sized facts that made the visit both scenic and educational. Bonus points for the friendly staff who spoke English and helped us navigate everything easily. The views are totally worth it on a clear day. If you're into skyline spotting or just want a cool way to see Québec from above, this place is definitely worth the detour!

S Steel

Google

Great views, super friendly staff at the top. Had to buy tickets via a QR code with no help from staff at the bottom of the building. No WiFi there and we struggled for 15 mins trying to get tickets. A simple machine to buy tickets (no staff required) would really help.

Henry Perrin

Google

Good value because it's cheap. Might be the best place for a 360 degree view but the main direction to look is probably more magnificent from the citadel. Part of the exhibit said "the St Lawrence River leads to the Great Lakes and the mythic Mississippi". I guess that could be true in a sense but the Mississippi isn't linked to that water system. Kind of like how Mexico leads to Canada. Don't worry about the land in-between.

Sofia Pech

Google

Really nice place with amazing views, I went on a clear day and could really appreciate the city from every angle. There are interactive maps that tell you more about some of the buildings which is nice. I went at the beginning of my trip, so it helped me get a layout of the land and see other interesting places to visit. I also liked a lot the historic facts that appear throughout the place.

Albert Riezebos

Google

Wonderful views! I went in 2012. It gives you a 360 degree view of the city and surrounding areas. If I remember correctly, it was about $10 to access. I highly recommend it. It gives a great overview of where my ancestors lived and why they picked this area to settle. You can see for many miles in all directions. Nice view of the layout of the Citadel and of the Quebec Bridge. Lots to see in the immediate area also.