Dufferin Terrace
Viewpoint · Quebec City

Dufferin Terrace

Photo: Wilfredor · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Dufferin Terrace is a long wooden promenade built along the cliffs above the river. It runs near the Chateau Frontenac and forms part of the city's fortifications. Visitors look out for the river traffic below and the surrounding old town rooftops.

On day 2 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Summer evenings
Getting there
Walk from upper old town or take the funicular

Itineraries with Dufferin Terrace

Day 2 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

To Quebec City

How Dufferin Terrace fits into a day.
  1. 8:00Train to Quebec CityMontreal
  2. 13:00Château FrontenacQuebec City
  3. 14:00Dufferin TerraceQuebec City
  4. 16:00Petit-ChamplainQuebec City
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Dufferin Terrace questions

Is Dufferin Terrace open year round?

Yes. It remains accessible in all seasons though snow covers parts in winter.

Can you toboggan at Dufferin Terrace?

Yes. A slide operates on the terrace in winter months.

Is Dufferin Terrace crowded?

It sees many visitors in peak summer months but spreads out along its length.

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