Attractions to discover, July 9, 2018 2018-07-09 2018-07-09 Quebecgetaways quebecvacances.com See Québec City from a new angle at the Observatoire de la Capitale Admire impressive 360° views of the capital of the province from its highest point. Located at the heart of Québec City’s Parliament Hill, the Observatoire de la Capitale is on the 31st – and highest – floor of the Marie-Guyart Building. See the city from this observatory 221 m. (725 ft.) in the air for what is sure to be one of the most memorable stops on your itinerary! Expand your Horizons The Horizons exhibition is an inspiring look at the history of the capital and at the events that have shaped its identity. It’s an excellent starting point for your trip and gives you an introductory course on the splendours of the city of Québec through four themes: society, politics, history and culture. The Observatoire de la Capitale continues to be a prime attraction, having seen an increase in the number of visitors between April 2017 to 2018 – up 33% from the previous year for a record total of 121,329 visitors. It’s definitely worth a tour, and it’s free for ages 12 and under. Don't miss this incredible point of view! Photo credit: CCNQ, Jonathan Robert Amazing fireworks at the Grands Feux Loto-Québec See the spectacular pyromusical displays of the Grands Feux Loto-Québec fireworks event from the observatory at the tallest building in Québec City. You’ll be sheltered from any rain or bad weather as you watch the shows, which will be taking place on Thursday August 2, 9, 16 and 23 and Saturday August 11 and 18, 2018. In addition to the fireworks, you’ll admire a beautiful sunset and get a guided tour of the observatory and the Horizons exhibition. Tickets are limited, so don’t wait to reserve yours! The 6/20 promotion is back this summer Tournée 6/20 is a promotion valid from June 15 to October 31, 2018. Visit one of the participating attractions, then hold onto your receipt and present it when you visit the other attractions included in the promotion and you’ll get a 20% discount. The six participating attractions are: Observatoire de la Capitale, Aquarium du Québec, Musée de la civilisation, Musée du Fort, Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec and the Fugacious Mega Parc at the Galeries de la Capitale.