Timeline
05:07
Find the Observatoire de la Capitale. It is one of the tallest buildings in Quebec, offering a panoramic view of the whole city. Arrive 50 minutes before sunrise to secure a good spot on the observation deck.
05:57
Watch the sunrise. On 15 April the sun rises at 05:57, casting golden light starting around 18:52. The view stretches across the river and the historic district.
06:57
Head to Le Petit Coin Latin for breakfast. It is a 10-minute walk from the viewing area. They serve good quality breakfast starting at 08:00. The atmosphere is quiet but pleasant with nice Quebec music.
Local tip
The Observatoire de la Capitale is a 44-minute walk from Parc du Bois-de-Coulonge. Check the route for the most direct path up the hill.
Check before you go
- Le Petit Coin Latin opens at 07:30. If you arrive before 08:00, you can still sit, but the full breakfast menu starts at 08:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Quebec City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).