Top Canadian Tourist Attractions

The Niagara Falls

The most famous natural wonder in Canada, Niagara Falls, attracts millions of people each year. These huge falls, located little over an hour's drive from Toronto at the American border, drop roughly 57 meters. The falls may be seen from numerous critical sites at an astonishingly close distance.

For well over a century, tourists and daredevils have been drawn to Niagara Falls and the Niagara Gorge. There were several efforts between the mid-nineteenth and mid-twentieth century to dive over the falls in various forms of improvised boats and barrels. This, together with tightrope walkers and other attractions, resulted in the surrounding town of Niagara Falls establishing a carnival-like ambiance that is still there today.

The CN Tower in Toronto

The magnificent CN Tower, one of Canada's most recognizable structures, stands on the banks of Lake Ontario in Canada's largest metropolis. The tower, which rises 553 meters tall, dominates the skyline.

Fine dining is available at the top in the revolving 360 restaurant, where you may enjoy a meal while gazing out over the city and lake. The LookOut and the Glass Floor provide stunning views of the surrounding area. Consider walking outside the enclosed area onto the metal walkway for the CN Tower Edgewalk for an extra excitement. You'll be tied in and allowed to stroll about the structure, which stands 116 storeys or 356 meters (1,168 feet) above the earth.

The Rocky Mountains and the Banff National Park

Banff National Park is located in Alberta's breathtaking Rocky Mountains and has some of the country's most stunning landscapes. The park's turquoise lakes, snowcapped summits, and glaciers are all reasonably accessible. Take a lovely drive or go on one of Banff's greatest hikes.

The park's crown feature is Lake Louise, whose green waters mirror the surrounding mountains and glaciers and where tourists may simply wander along the beaches. Moraine Lake, another spectacular alpine lake with an even more dramatic setting, is only a short distance away.

Vieux-Québec (Old Quebec)

Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a historic treasure of Canada. This section of Quebec City features the city's most historic structures, which are spread between the Upper and Lower Towns. Lower Town, located along the St. Lawrence River, is the historic town and home to the magnificent Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, among other gems. The Citadel, Plains of Abraham, Place d'Armes, and the Parque Historique de l'Artillerie are all located in the Upper Town, which is perched on 100-meter-high cliffs.

Old Quebec is a prominent historical district in Canada that has been extensively developed for tourists. 

Whistler

Whistler Blackcomb, a popular ski resort and year-round resort destination, is only a two-hour drive from Vancouver. While Whistler has long been a renowned winter sports destination, it has also evolved into a popular summer destination, featuring golf, mountain biking, and a bustling town environment regardless of the season.

The hamlet got international prominence in 2010 when it was chosen as one of the venues for the Winter Olympics. The area has world-class skiing, hotels, and dining options, as well as a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and stunning mountain scenery.

Parliament Hill in Ottawa

Ottawa's Parliament Hill rises high above the Ottawa River and is dominated by Neo-Gothic-style Parliament buildings constructed in the latter part of the nineteenth century. The Peace Tower, which divides the House of Commons and the Senate on either side, is the most visible landmark. The Centennial Flame, lighted in 1966 to mark the centennial of Canadian Confederation, stands in front of the Parliament buildings, and a sculpture park is beyond them.

Weather permitting, the Changing of the Guard takes place on the front lawn of the Houses of Parliament during the summer. A wonderful path stretches alongside the Ottawa River beneath Parliament Hill.

Signal Hill National Historic Site in St. John's

Signal Hill National Historic Site is located near the entrance to St. John's port, overlooking the city and the sea. The first wireless transatlantic transmission was received here in 1901. Although the existing fortifications were completed during the battles of 1812, it also played a crucial role in the Seven Years War with France.

One of Signal Hill's most important landmarks is the Cabot Tower. It was erected in 1897 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the discovery of Newfoundland. It also honors Guglielmo Marconi's receipt of the first transatlantic radio telegraphy transmission, which was broadcast over a distance of 2,700 kilometers from Poldhu in England, here in 1901.

Old Montreal

Old Montreal, with its gorgeous old buildings, is a terrific destination to go for great shopping and exquisite eating. While Montreal is a dynamic contemporary metropolis, Old Montreal, down by the shore, is where you'll want to go to take up the ambiance.

Some must-see attractions in ancient Montreal include Rue Bonsecours and the famous Marché Bonsecours in the ancient town hall building, the inside of the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica, the vibrant Place Jacques-Cartier, and the 1870s City Hall.

Churchill's Polar Bears

The polar bear migration, which takes place near the town of Churchill in Northern Manitoba, is one of Canada's most unusual attractions.

Every fall, this little town welcomes visitors. Tours send guests out in tundra buggies with caged windows for up-close experiences with polar bears. The best viewing happens in October or November, when the bears wait for the water to freeze before venturing out onto the ice.

Vancouver Island

Despite being only a two-hour boat voyage from the mainland, Vancouver Island may feel like a world apart. Most people visit Victoria, British Columbia's capital city, for sightseeing and culture, but if you travel north into the island's wild and desolate regions, you will encounter some surprising and remarkable encounters.

Nature enthusiasts may explore the greatest hiking routes on Vancouver Island and camp in some stunning locales. Those seeking greater comfort can stay at one of the island's hotels or resorts.