Observatoire de la Capitale, Quebec City

Name: Observatoire de la Capitale
Address: Edifice Marie-Guyart, Quebec City, G1R 5E9, Canada
Telephone: +1 418-644-9841

#77 among attractions in Quebec City

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Facts and practical information

Observatoire de la Capitale (address: Edifice Marie-Guyart) is a place located in Quebec City (Québec province) and belongs to the category of observation decks and towers.

It is situated at an altitude of 285 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 46°48'29"N latitude and 71°13'3"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Observatoire de la Capitale is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Colline Parlementaire (bus, 3 min walk), Québec (train, 19 min walk), Québec (ferry, 21 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Parc de l'Amérique-Française (park, 5 min walk), Parc Saint-Matthew (park, 5 min walk), Grand Théâtre de Québec (theater, 6 min walk).

Coordinates: 46°48'29"N, 71°13'3"W

Address

Edifice Marie-GuyartLa Cite (Centre-ville Québec City)Quebec City G1R 5E9 Canada

Contact

+1 418-644-9841

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Observatoire de la Capitale – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Observatoire de la Capitale open?

Observatoire de la Capitale is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Observatoire de la Capitale?

Nearby attractions include Parc de l'Amérique-Française, Quebec City (5 min walk), Parc Saint-Matthew, Quebec City (5 min walk), Grand Théâtre de Québec, Quebec City (6 min walk), Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church, Quebec City (6 min walk).

How to get to Observatoire de la Capitale by public transport?

The nearest stations to Observatoire de la Capitale:

Bus

Colline Parlementaire • Lines: 10, 282, 800, 801 (3 min walk)
De Lorne / 1519 • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Train

Québec (19 min walk)

Ferry

Québec • Lines: Québec - Lévis (21 min walk)