Things to do in Canada
Whale Watching Vancouver10 optionsButchart Gardens Tours17 optionsNorthern Lights Tour Yellowknife11 optionsDay Trips from Vancouver12 optionsJourney Behind the Falls Tours44 optionsGrouse Mountain Tours28 optionsHelicopter Tour Toronto7 optionsSea to Sky Gondola Tours17 optionsToronto City Tour7 optionsSeaplane Tour Vancouver16 optionsOld Montreal Tours21 optionsSkylon Tower Tours39 options
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Vancouver: Whale Watching Half-Day Tour & Free PhotosYou’ll scan Vancouver’s waters for orcas and humpbacks on a stable catamaran with heated cabins, guided by local marine experts who know every ripple of the Salish Sea. Sip hot drinks as eagles soar overhead and your crew snaps free photos—so you can just watch and wonder for once.
Quebec City Walking Tour: 2 hours through Old TownA two-hour guided walking tour of Quebec City's historic Old Town covers Dufferin Terrace, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, Quebec Royal Square, the Old Port and Petit Champlain District, ending on one of North America's most photographed streets. The tour is downhill, leisurely paced and available in English or French. Check in 10–15 minutes before departure at the tourist information center on rue Ste-Anne.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the main sites of Old Quebec explained by someone who knows the history, without having to research the route or navigate on your own — the downhill path and steady pace mean you'll cover the whole Old Town in a morning without exhaustion.
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake tour from Calgary: Max 24 guestsA full-day guided tour from Calgary through Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, with a local guide, park entry and pickup from Calgary, Banff or Canmore. Groups stay under 24, so you get real attention instead of being herded through a 50-person bus. The guide speaks English and knows the Indigenous legends and mountain stories that turn a scenic drive into something you actually remember.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see both Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in a single day without renting a car or navigating the mountain roads yourself. The small group size and local guide set it apart from the big-bus tours—you'll get real attention and stories that turn the drive into something worth remembering, not just a photo stop.
Banff Gondola: Sulphur Mountain Summit & Boardwalk AccessYou ride a four-person gondola 2,281 metres up Sulphur Mountain in eight minutes, then explore the summit boardwalk, interpretive center, and dining options at your own pace. Your ticket includes free transit from town (May–October) and access to seasonal events — Sunset Festival in summer or Mountaintop Christmas in winter. Plan for at least two hours at the top if you want to walk the boardwalk and sit with the view.Is it for me?A good fit if you want a high-altitude view of Banff without hiking or a guide — the eight-minute ride and free transit mean you can be at the summit within an hour of deciding to go. Plan for at least two hours at the top if you want to walk the boardwalk and linger; the view doesn't rush you.
Niagara Falls: Skylon Tower, Boat Ride & Behind the Falls TourYou’ll ride up Skylon Tower for sweeping views, step into echoing tunnels behind Niagara Falls’ crashing curtain, and get drenched on a boat cruise right into the mist. With stops at places like Dufferin Islands and the famous Floral Clock (plus easy hotel pickup), expect more than just sightseeing — you’ll actually feel Niagara’s wild energy up close.
Vancouver to Victoria & Butchart Gardens: Ferry & Full DayYou board a ferry in Vancouver, sail 90 minutes through the Gulf Islands watching for marine wildlife, spend the morning wandering 55 acres of themed gardens at Butchart, then have 2.5 hours free in Victoria's Inner Harbour to explore the Parliament Buildings, Fairmont Empress, and local shops before ferrying back. Everything — ferries, gardens, transport, guide — is arranged and included, so you only have to show up at your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Butchart Gardens and Victoria's Inner Harbour in one day without arranging ferries, tickets, and timing yourself — the fixed schedule and included transport mean you're not juggling logistics while trying to enjoy the coast.
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto: 3 Hours at the FallsA full-day guided tour from Toronto to Niagara Falls with stops at the Floral Clock, Niagara Whirlpool, and a chocolate and maple syrup tasting, plus roughly three hours of free time at the falls themselves. A licensed Niagara Parks Commission guide provides live commentary throughout the drive and the scenic Niagara Parkway route. The Hornblower Niagara Cruise and Skylon Tower are available as paid add-ons on the day of the tour.Is it for me?Choose the tour with the Hornblower cruise if you want the famous boat ride included and sorted before you arrive—it operates May through November and takes about 45 minutes, leaving you time to explore the rest of the falls. Without the cruise, you keep the full three hours to pick your own mix of activities, restaurants, and attractions at your own pace.
Montreal Mile End Food Tour: 7 Tastings with Bagels & PoutineA three-hour food tour through Montreal's Mile End neighborhood with a live English-speaking guide, hitting seven tastings: wood-fired bagels, smoked meat sandwich, poutine, street gnocchi, a secret house specialty, seasonal sweets and Italian coffee. The tour moves through the district's independent bakeries, family-run counters and cult-favorite walk-ups, stopping at the actual spots where Montrealers eat. Public transit runs nearby; dietary requirements can be noted at booking.Is it for me?Book the standard tour if you want to walk the neighborhood at a relaxed pace with other food lovers; choose the private upgrade if you prefer the same seven tastings and stops without sharing the group.
Montmorency Falls & Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré from Quebec CityA half-day guided tour from Quebec City to Montmorency Falls—higher than Niagara—and the Shrine of Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, with stops on Île d'Orléans and at the Albert Gilles Copper Art Museum. Morning or afternoon departures; professional guide in English or French included; local taxes covered.Is it for me?See Montmorency Falls and Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré in a half-day without navigating yourself—your guide handles the route while you focus on the two landmarks that define this region.
Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto with Boat Cruise & Maple TastingYou’ll stand so close to Niagara Falls you’ll feel its thunder in your chest, take a boat cruise into swirling mist, sample fresh maple syrup with locals, and share laughs over lunch before heading back to Toronto with new stories (and probably damp shoes).
Victoria whale watching tour: Salish Sea Eclipse with free photosA 3.5-hour whale watching tour in Victoria's Salish Sea aboard the Salish Sea Eclipse, a 95-passenger catamaran built in Canada. You cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca with a captain and 3–4 marine naturalists who identify orcas, humpback whales and bald eagles; the boat includes a heated cabin, two washrooms, and complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Free high-resolution photos of wildlife and your group are included, along with downloadable guides in five languages. If you don't see whales, you get a complimentary return tour from any location until you do.Is it for me?Book this tour for a morning or afternoon in Victoria when you want wildlife and photography without arranging transport or managing your own camera—the boat departs from the Inner Harbour, the cabin keeps you warm, and the naturalists handle both the narration and the photos.
Toronto to Niagara Falls: Skip-the-Line Boat & TowerYou leave Toronto in a small group, skip every major ticket line at Niagara Falls, and move through the falls three ways—by boat, through a tunnel behind the water, and from a 775-foot observation tower. The guide handles all entry logistics and timing, and you get three hours of free time to explore on your own. Maple syrup and chocolate tastings are included. Return transport to downtown Toronto is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want the major Niagara Falls attractions in one day without arranging transport, buying separate tickets, or timing yourself—the skip-the-line logistics and small group size mean you move through three perspectives of the falls without standing in queues.
Old Montreal Walking Tour: Small Group, 2 Hours, Expert GuideA 2-hour walking tour of Old Montreal's essential landmarks with a certified, English-speaking guide and a maximum of 10 guests. You'll visit Notre-Dame Basilica, Bonsecours Market, Saint Paul Street, Montreal City Hall, and Pointe-à-Callière—the birthplace of the city—while learning how Montreal became Canada's financial center. The tour includes a curated handout of local restaurants and shops, a small treat, and a parting gift.Is it for me?This tour works best for travelers who want to understand Old Montreal's real history without a script, and who prefer a small group where you can actually hear the guide and ask questions. If you're comfortable walking at a steady pace over cobblestones and stairs for two hours and want to meet a locally rooted guide rather than a large tour operator, this is the one.
Old Montreal Walking Tour: Notre-Dame & Cobblestone StreetsYou walk through Old Montreal's historic core for two hours with a certified local guide, visiting Jacques-Cartier Square, Notre-Dame Basilica, Bonsecours Market, and Saint Paul Street. Groups stay small (around 15 people), and the guide connects the stories behind the buildings and streets instead of just naming them. The tour covers both the East and West circuits, operates year-round, and includes no entry fees—it's the walking and the stories that make it work.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to understand Old Montreal's layout and history in one morning or afternoon without arranging your own route or hiring a private guide—the 2-hour format and small group size mean you actually absorb what the guide is saying instead of rushing between stops.
Victoria Whale & Wildlife Cruise: Guaranteed SightingsA 3.5-hour guided whale and wildlife watching cruise departing from Victoria's Fisherman's Wharf aboard open or semi-covered boats, led by certified naturalists who share live commentary on the Salish Sea's marine life and conservation. Your ticket includes hotel transport, a $6 wildlife fee, and a guarantee: no whales sighted means you return for free. Peak season (May–November) brings transient orcas, humpbacks and gray whales; year-round you'll watch for seals, sea lions, otters, porpoises and bald eagles.Is it for me?Your naturalist reads the water like a local, your guarantee means you're watching whales instead of worrying, and hotel pickup gets you to the boat ready to go.
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Day Trip from VancouverYou board a ferry at your hotel pickup, spend 90 minutes crossing the Strait of Georgia, get a guided tour of Victoria's downtown, then have free time to explore on foot before heading to Butchart Gardens' 55 acres of gardens. Entry to the gardens and ferry are included, and you return by evening without arranging transport or tickets yourself.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Butchart Gardens from Vancouver without renting a car or buying separate ferry and entry tickets — the fixed itinerary and included transport mean you show up at your hotel and the logistics are done.
Victoria Food and History Tour: Six Local TastingsA 2-hour guided food and history tour of Victoria begins at Phillips Brewing Tasting Room and moves through seven stops—The Gates of Harmonious Interest, Fan Tan Alley, Market Square, Bastion Square, Government Street, the Inner Harbour, and Parliament Buildings—with six local tastings woven through the route and a live guide in English. The tour runs rain or shine and is wheelchair accessible; children under 19 cannot participate in tastings.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide leading you through Victoria's history with six tastings built in, or choose the under-19 version if you'd prefer the same route and stories without the food stops.
Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: 3-Hour Tasting & StoriesA 3-hour walking food tour through Vancouver's oldest neighborhood, Gastown, where a storytelling guide leads you through cobblestone streets, stops at six sit-down tastings, and shares the "Wild West" history of the district dating back over 150 years. The tour includes 6 food tastings and 4 alcoholic beverages (non-alcoholic options available); guides ask for 2 pieces of ID and reserve the right to check age. Special dietary requests need 24 hours' notice, though cross-contamination is possible and the company cannot take responsibility for allergic reactions.Is it for me?Book this tour for your first afternoon in Vancouver or a free few hours when you want to eat and learn at the same time—the fixed stops and the guide's stories mean you're not wandering wondering what to do next, and you're tasting the neighborhood instead of just walking through it.
Banff: Columbia Icefield & Glacier Skywalk 3-Hour TourYou board a specialized ice explorer at the Discovery Centre and drive onto the Athabasca Glacier, where you walk on the frozen surface and fill a water bottle with snowmelt. Then you cross the glass-bottomed Glacier Skywalk suspended 918 meters above the valley. The whole experience takes three hours and includes your guide's commentary on glacial geology and climate change. All park access and the guide are included; infants ride free.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to stand on a glacier and cross a glass walkway without spending a full day on logistics — the three-hour window and included guide mean you're not arranging transport or timing yourself. Plan for weather variability; the tour runs subject to favorable conditions, which is what keeps the ice and views safe.
Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from VancouverYou travel from downtown Vancouver along the Sea-to-Sky Highway by motorcoach, ride the Sea to Sky Gondola to Habrich Ridge for mountain views, explore Whistler Village on foot with free time and a downloadable walking tour, and stop at Shannon Falls on the return. The whole day takes about 10 hours, includes the gondola ticket and transport, and requires moderate walking at two stops. Confirm your pickup location the day before.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see Whistler, the gondola views, and the mountains without arranging your own transport or buying tickets separately — the motorcoach and included gondola access are what compress a full mountain day into a single departure from the city.
