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Dufferin Terrace

Dufferin Terrace
Photo: Wilfredor, CC BY-SA 4.0 via 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.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Visiting Dufferin Terrace: what to know

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

Quebec City 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 FAQs

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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