Vancouver (British Columbia)

Vancouver is a lively city in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia, Canada. Located between the Pacific Ocean and mountains, the city offers plenty of outdoor activities such as skiing, kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing and so on. If you love basking in the sun, you can hit the wonderful beaches during the summer; and if you are a passionate skier, you can visit the astonishing ski resorts during the winter. Stanley Park is the largest urban park and undoubtedly the topmost popular tourist attraction within the city with the scenic seawall, uprising trees and walking tracks. Granville Island, an ultimate shopping destination, is the best place for getting some great local fresh seafood. The 140-metre Capilano Suspension Bridge is also a favourite tourist spot with spectacular views of the forest underneath.

Vancouver is also home to art, theatre and music. While the Vancouver Art Gallery showcases the creations of local artists, the Museum of Anthropology exhibits superior collections of First Nations.

Niagara Falls, Ontario

Niagara Falls is a delightful city in the province of Ontario, Canada. It is situated at the country’s most convenient natural site of the Niagara Falls, an iconic set of three waterfalls namely American Falls, Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, on the border of the Canadian province of Ontario and the US state of New York. Since its discovery, the exalted Niagara Falls has been loved and visited by people from all over the world. Horseshoe Falls is the largest of the three Niagara Falls with boat trips. In the Table Rock Centre near this Horseshoe Falls is Journey Behind the Falls, a favourite tourist attraction in Niagara Falls that grants an extraordinary view of the Falls from below and behind. This amazing sight can be enjoyed at any time of the year. Overlooking both the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls stands the tall, observation Skylon Tower which offers incredible views of Niagara Falls and the neighbouring areas of the city.

Toronto

Toronto is the capital of the Canadian province of Ontario and the largest city of the cities in Canada. It is a multicultural city with museums, galleries, opera, ballet and a number of other entertainment shows. It is home to the iconic CN Tower which is about 553 metres high. Built by the Canadian National or simply CN, the tower features a glass floor and a revolving restaurant with scenic views. In the city centre, the Casa Loma is a historic mansion in the Gothic Revival style with seasonal gardens. Toronto is also home to the Royal Ontario Museum, a grand museum of art, culture and natural history. It is Canada’s largest and most-visited museum attracting more than a million tourists each year. There are some beautiful beaches located outside the city centre, which are perfect for summer holidays. And while it is winter, you can go skiing in some notable ski resorts in the city. The city is no short of festivity. Summerlicious and Winterlicious are two of the most popular food festivals in Toronto that are held every year.

Montreal, Quebec

Montreal is the second-largest city in the Canadian province of Québec. Although French is the official language of this province, tourists never really face any difficulty interacting with the locals. Montreal is named after Mount Royal, which is located in the middle of the city. This symbolic mountain features a sprawling public park and an all-season observatory at the peak with all-embracing views of the city. Nature lovers must hit the Montreal Botanical Garden, an extensive botanical garden covering 75 hectares of themed greenhouses and gardens. The city has the largest spacious art museum in Canada, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, exhibiting prominent collections of historic and contemporary artworks.

Banff, Alberta

Located within the beautiful Banff National Park, Banff is a pleasant resort town in the province of Alberta, Canada. Surrounded by mountains including Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade which are part of the Rocky Mountains and some of the most gorgeous natural scenes, it is one of Canada’s top tourist destinations. The town is also a prominent spot for several outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, scrambling and skiing. In winter, the best places to go for skiing are Lake Louise Ski Resort and Sunshine Village Ski Resort, which are among the best skiing resorts in the country. During summertime, Lake Louise with its sparkling turquoise water, and Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls with towering mountains, charming lakes and magnificent waterfalls are the most-liked areas in town.

St. John’s (Newfoundland and Labrador)

`St. John’s is the capital as well as the largest city of the most easterly Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is mainly the gateway to Newfoundland island. It is considered by many as one of the top tourist destinations in the country and is often visited just for enjoyment. The city is full of attractions. The vividly-coloured buildings on Water Street and Duckworth Street accommodate various tourist shops and restaurants. Among its historic sites, the most popular is Signal Hill, a military landmark that offers coastal hikes and sweeping views of the city. On the top of Signal Hill is Cabot Tower, a 167 metres high tower that commemorates the discovery of Newfoundland by John Cabot.

Ottawa (Capital of Canada)

Ottawa, the capital of Canada, is a picturesque city on the south bank of the Ottawa River in the province of Ontario. The city is the headquarters of the Canadian government and has several historic sites including Parliament Hill, a neo-Gothic building at the heart of the city with arts and lush fields hosting the legislature of Canada. It is also home to a number of museums and among them, the most notable is the National Gallery of Canada which houses excellent Canadian and international artworks.

Ottawa is a destination for all seasons. In summer, the city hosts various events such as the Canadian Tulip Festival which is held every May and the Canada Day Celebration which is held every July. In winter, the city receives plenty of tourists through its annual Winterlude which features snow and ice sculpture contests, skating and other sports.

Victoria, British Columbia

Located on the southern end of Vancouver Island, the garden city of Victoria is the capital of British Columbia. Rich in parklands, the city is widely popular for offering plenty of fun outdoor activities. It is home to Canada’s oldest Chinatown and most of the tourist activities here are centred around its Inner Harbour, where the Parliament Buildings and the famous Empress Hotel are situated. Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria is a National Historic Site of Canada that depicts British colonial history. The Butchart Gardens, a collection of floral display gardens, is another designated National Historic Site of Canada which are visited by more than a million people every year. The city also has some lovely beaches, wonderful coastal areas and pleasant hiking trails to offer its visitors.

Halifax

Halifax is the provincial capital of Nova Scotia, which is known to be one of the three Maritime Provinces of Canada. Rich in maritime history, it is the ideal destination for anyone who is in search of an introduction to maritime life and history in Canada. The Halifax waterfront, with some historic warehouses, is regarded as the main tourist hub in the city, especially during the summer holidays. One of the city’s topmost tourist attractions is the Halifax Citadel, a star-shaped hilltop fort, which is a National Historic Site in Halifax. In downtown, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is the perfect spot to visit for learning the maritime past of the region. The city also contains Victorian-era public gardens which offer picturesque views and walking tours. There are some small coastal villages outside the city centre including Peggy’s Cove, which is known for its lighthouse, which can also be explored.

Québec City

Québec City is the provincial capital of the French-speaking Canadian province of Quebec. With a fortified colonial core, Vieux-Québec and Place Royale, the history of this city dates back to the early 1600s. It is the spot where the crucial battle between the French and the British forces took place making Canada a part of the British Empire. Compared to the other provincial capitals, the city is small and therefore, can be easily voyaged across. The best places to explore in this area include the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and La Citadelle de Québec. Although it is lively all year round, it is its famous winter festival, the Carnaval de Québec, which draws the most tourists.

Whitehorse Rapids

Named after the White Horse Rapids, Whitehorse is the capital of Yukon Territory in Canada. Anyone looking for an introduction to life in the far north of Canada must visit this city. It is considered to be a gateway to certain areas in the north such as Alaska and the spectacular Nahanni National Park. The history of the city goes back to the Klondike Gold Rush, an event of migration by nearly 100,000 people prospecting to the Klondike region of Yukon Territory, Canada. While the basalt cliffs of Miles Canyon to the south offer insight into the gold rush time, the Takhini Hot Pools’ mineral springs to the north offer glimpses of the northern lights in winter.

Whistler, British Columbia

Whistler is a vibrant town in the north of Vancouver, British Columbia. It is one of Canada’s best skiing destinations containing Whistler Blackcomb, which is regarded as one of the largest ski resorts in North America. The Olympic Park in Whistler, which was a venue for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, is ideal for activities such as skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing during the winter period. In summer, Whistler is fairly an impressive destination offering hiking, mountain biking and several other enjoyments. Whether it is winter or summer, do not miss the incredible views of the mountains around Whistler from the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which links Whistler Mountain’s Roundhouse Lodge with Blackcomb Mountain’s Rendezvous Lodge.

Charlottetown & Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown is the capital of the Canadian Province of Prince Edward Island. It is the site of the modern Confederation Centre of the Arts and several Victorian government buildings. If you intend to visit this city, try to keep enough time in your hand so that you can explore the entire province of Prince Edward Island. The province is indeed small enough to be covered within a short period of time. Prince Edward Island is a favourite summertime destination with red sand beaches, red soil, lighthouses, and farmlands. It is also home to some interesting historic sites, including the residence of Anne of Green Gables which is located in PEI National Park.

Tofino, Vancouver Island

Sitting on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Tofino is a small town that is often identified by many as the surfing capital of Canada. It is its outstanding surfing facility that draws surfers from all over the world at any time of the year. Beaches that render quality surfing facilities are being called by the names of Cox Bay, Chesterman Beach and Long Beach. Notably, Long Beach is the longest beach in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Besides surfing, Tofino offers such opportunities as hiking in the ancient forests, whale watching, storm watching, kayaking and so on. If you are not into any of these activities or you may want to relax after a few of these activities, you can always take a rest at any of the fine lodges of your choice in town. There are also some great restaurants and coffee shops around town providing excellent dining and drinking environments.

Kelowna, British Columbia

Lying on the eastern shore of glorious Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is a pleasant city in the south of the Canadian province of British Columbia. Surprisingly, it is one of those regions of Canada which are not known well enough worldwide. However, it is a popular area to locals filled with magnificent mountains, provincial parks, pristine lakes, pine forests, teeming gardens, orchards and vineyards. In summer, renting a boat in order to traverse the surrounding waterways is a very popular activity in this region. During the winter season, the high mountains of the city become favourite spots for skiers. To be mentioned, there is a huge resort in Kelowna called Big White Ski Resort, which offers skiing, skating and more.

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