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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Victoria: City Tour & Butchart Gardens with Entry TicketYou get hotel pickup, a one-hour guided loop through Victoria's landmarks with three photo stops, entry to Butchart Gardens, and 2.5 hours to explore on your own. A local guide shares the garden's history on the drive and tips on where to spend your time. Small groups and flexible departure times — morning, midday, or evening — mean you can fit it around your schedule.Is it for me?A good fit if you want both Victoria's highlights and Butchart Gardens in one outing without arranging separate transport or buying tickets separately. Plan for a full morning or afternoon out — that's what makes fitting both the city and the gardens into one trip possible.
Vancouver tour with Capilano Bridge and Lookout: Post-cruiseA guided coach tour of Vancouver departing from the cruise port includes pickup and drop-off at designated hotels, visits to Stanley Park's totem poles, Granville Island's markets and galleries, the observation deck at Vancouver Lookout, and the Capilano Suspension Bridge with its glass-floored Cliffwalk. The tour runs 6.5 hours with a live English-speaking guide and covers all park admissions and transport; luggage travels with you and can be stored during the tour.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're disembarking at Vancouver port and want to see the city's highlights without renting a car or arranging multiple bookings—the coach, guide, park admissions and hotel drop-off are all coordinated so you move from one stop to the next without planning.
Kensington Market food tour Toronto: 2.5 hours, world cuisinesA 2.5-hour food tasting tour through Kensington Market with a local guide, tastings at multiple stops, and skip-the-line access. You'll sample cuisines from cultures across the globe at independent shops in this multicultural National Historic Site, tracing the market's history through the stories of the businesses that define it. Tasty Tours has operated here for over 15 years and was the first to offer food tours in the neighborhood.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide who knows Kensington Market's independent vendors and neighborhood history to lead you through multiple cuisine stops in one lunch.
Victoria & Butchart Gardens: Ferry Day Trip from VancouverYou travel from your Vancouver hotel to the ferry terminal, spend 90 minutes on the water watching for wildlife, explore Butchart Gardens at your own pace for two hours, then have free time in downtown Victoria to see the Inner Harbour, Chinatown, and landmarks like the Empress Hotel. The return ferry gets you back to Vancouver by early evening, with all transport, garden entry, and hotel drop-off included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Victoria and its gardens without arranging your own ferry tickets, navigating the terminal, or figuring out timing — the fixed schedule and included transport let you focus on the actual day instead of logistics.
Squamish: Elaho River Whitewater Rafting & Gear IncludedYou’ll paddle wild Class 3-4 rapids on the Elaho River near Squamish with expert guides leading the way. Feel icy spray, catch glimpses of wildlife along ancient forests, and warm up after with snacks and stories by the river. It’s loud, messy fun — you might find yourself laughing at how soaked you get.
Niagara Falls: Boat Ride & Behind the Falls with Skip-Line AccessYou walk 1.5 miles with a licensed guide, descend behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls through tunnels, and finish with a Hornblower boat cruise into the mist — all before lunch. Skip-the-line access to both major attractions is included, as are two rain ponchos and a discount pack worth over $200 on other Niagara activities. Morning departures beat the crowds and leave your afternoon free.Is it for me?Book this if you want the three main Niagara attractions — the views, the tunnel, the boat — without arranging separate tickets, lines, or timing; the morning departure is what keeps all three stops inside a single morning and leaves your afternoon open.
Montreal Street Art Tour: Plateau-Mont-Royal Murals Local GuideThe Original Montreal Mural Arts Tour is a two-hour walking tour through Plateau-Mont-Royal led by a local guide who covers street art and graffiti from both local and international artists. You'll see works ranging from small installations to murals ten storeys tall, learn about techniques like wheat pastes and mains, and understand the meaning behind the pieces. The tour includes a personal recommendations list for restaurants and bars in Montreal so you can keep exploring after the walk ends.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads at a pace that works for all fitness levels, so whether you're a first-time visitor or a Montrealer who wants to see your own city differently, you can follow the commentary and the walk without strain.
Kicking Horse River Whitewater Rafting: Half-Day & Full-Day TripsWild Water Adventures runs whitewater rafting trips on the Kicking Horse River near Golden, BC, with on-river time ranging from 1½ to 2½ hours depending on which trip you choose. You pick between the Gentle introduction for families and mild adventure, the Whitewater Exciter for bigger waves, or the Tradition for a full-length experience with gourmet BBQ lunch back at base. All wetsuits, life jackets, helmets and spray jackets are provided, cleaned and dried after every use; a safety briefing happens before you launch, and the company has run this river for 35 seasons.Is it for me?Book the Gentle trip if you're new to whitewater or rafting with younger kids—it's a true introduction without overwhelming waves. The Whitewater Exciter suits anyone who wants bigger rapids and more intensity in a half-day outing. Choose the Tradition if you want to maximize time on the river and prefer a full-length experience with lunch included, turning the afternoon into a complete mountain adventure.
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Day Trip from VancouverYou board a coach at Canada Place, ride BC Ferries through the Gulf Islands to Victoria, walk the Inner Harbour and Chinatown with your guide, then explore Butchart Gardens' 55 acres on your own before sailing back to Vancouver. Ferry, gardens entry, and driver-guide are all included; you return by evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Vancouver without a car who want to see Victoria and Butchart Gardens in a single day with transport and entry handled. Plan for a full day out—you leave Canada Place in the morning and return around 9:30pm, which is what makes fitting both the ferry crossing and the gardens possible.
Niagara Falls: 20-Minute Helicopter Tour & Wine CountryYou board a helicopter at Niagara-on-the-Lake airport and fly directly over Niagara Falls twice in 20 minutes, seeing Bridal Veil Falls, the wine country, and Brock's Monument from the air. The pilot ensures both sides of the aircraft get the same view of the falls, and you land with full aerial coverage of the entire Niagara region. No ground transfers or waiting — you arrive, fly, and leave.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Niagara Falls from a completely different angle in under an hour total — the helicopter ride is what turns a postcard view into something you actually remember.
Whistler Snowmobile Tour: Backcountry & Mountain ViewsYou ride groomed backcountry trails through Brandywine and Callaghan Valley with views of Black Tusk and Mount Fee, stop at a cabin for a hot drink, and return to base within two hours. Winter gear, guide, and snacks are included; you just need to be 19 with a valid driver's license to operate the machine.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the backcountry side of Whistler without arranging your own machine or navigating unfamiliar terrain—the groomed trails and small-group format mean you get the mountain views and the ride without the logistics.
Granville Island Market food tour: 20+ tastings with local guideA 2-hour food tour of Granville Island Market in Vancouver pairs you with a local guide for exclusive tastings at 10+ artisan vendors — sausage makers, pickle specialists, cheese shops, coffee roasters and Thai restaurants — that you cannot access on your own. The tour moves through the market's Public Market and surrounding stalls, stopping for a progressive meal of 20+ signature bites. Small groups keep the pace intimate, and vegetarian and pescatarian options are available with advance notice.Is it for me?Two hours leaves room for a meal elsewhere or another neighborhood before or after, but not for a full second activity — book this if you want a deep dive into one market rather than a sampler across the city. The small-group format and exclusive vendor access mean you taste things solo visitors cannot get, which matters if you came to Vancouver specifically for food.
Halifax: Annapolis Valley Wine Tour & Lunch at 3 WineriesYou're driven from Halifax to three award-winning wineries in the Annapolis Valley, tasting at each stop and eating lunch with wine included at Luckett Vineyards or a Wolfville restaurant. Transport, all tasting fees, and gratuities are covered, so you arrive back in Halifax with nothing left to arrange.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to taste Nova Scotia's cool-climate wines without driving or planning the route yourself. The afternoon is structured around three tastings and a sit-down lunch, so expect a full outing from pickup to return — that's what makes fitting all three wineries and a meal into one day possible.
Stanley Park Horse Drawn Tour: Totem Poles & Rose GardenA 1-hour horse-drawn carriage tour through Stanley Park in Vancouver, narrated by a live guide in English. The route passes the famous First Nations totem poles, the Girl in a Wetsuit statue, and the Stanley Park Rose Garden across the park's 405 hectares. Tours run first-come, first-served; check in at the ticket booth to board the next available carriage. A professional guide is included; all taxes and fees are covered in the price.Is it for me?Small groups and families travel together on the same carriage, so this tour suits anyone who wants to move through the park without driving or walking the full distance themselves. The first-come, first-served format works best if you have flexibility on departure time and can arrive early during peak season to secure an afternoon spot.
Quebec City: Private Walking Tour of Old Quebec & Petit ChamplainYou’ll walk through centuries-old streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story — from Upper Town’s grand facades to Petit Champlain’s cozy alleys. Expect laughter over pastries, glimpses into hidden courtyards, and plenty of time to soak up Quebec City’s living history on this private walking tour.
Montreal: EBike City Tour with Food Stops & Local GuideYou’ll cruise through Montreal’s most colorful neighborhoods on an electric bike with a local guide—tasting fresh market treats, hearing street music near Mount Royal Park, and catching city lights after dark if you choose the evening ride. Expect spontaneous stops for food or art and plenty of stories along the way—it’s more like joining a friend than following a script.
Grouse Mountain Admission: Gondola, Grizzly Bears & Peak ViewsYou ride the gondola up 7 minutes, spend the day at the peak with views of the city and water, and choose your activities based on season: grizzly bears and the Lumberjack Show in summer, or the Light Walk and skating in winter. Everything is included except rentals and add-on activities like the Gravity Coaster. The round-trip ride back down is built in, and a free shuttle from Canada Place saves you the drive if you're staying downtown.Is it for me?Right for anyone within 15 minutes of downtown Vancouver who wants a full day above the city without arranging transport or figuring out what's open — the ticket covers the ride, the peak access and most activities, and the free shuttle from Canada Place means you don't even need a car.
Niagara Falls Canada: Helicopter, Boat & Skylon Lunch TourYou’ll feel Niagara’s power from every angle: soaring above by helicopter, standing behind crashing water, braving the mist on a boat ride, then relaxing over lunch with panoramic views at Skylon Tower. With hotel pickup and a local guide handling all details, there’s space to just be swept along by wonder.
Toronto & Niagara Falls: 2-Day Tour with Aquarium & Hornblower CruiseYou get a guided two-day loop through Toronto's waterfront and Niagara Falls, with one night's hotel stay and all transport included. Day one covers a harbour cruise past the CN Tower and entry to Ripley's Aquarium; day two adds the Skylon Tower and a close-up Hornblower Cruise of the falls. You buy attraction tickets on the bus instead of at each site, and a professional guide manages the schedule so you move between cities without thinking about it.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both Toronto and Niagara Falls in one trip without renting a car or planning two separate journeys—the guide and the hotel night are what make fitting both into 48 hours actually work.
Vancouver Harbour Cruise: Lions Gate Bridge & Stanley ParkA 90-minute harbour cruise in Vancouver with a live English-language guide takes you through False Creek, past Granville Island and Stanley Park, under the Lions Gate Bridge, and along English Bay—maximum 36 passengers per boat so the pace stays relaxed and the views stay unobstructed. Narration, taxes and an onboard restroom are included; drinks and snacks are available for purchase.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Vancouver's major waterfront landmarks—the skyline, Stanley Park, the Lions Gate Bridge, Granville Island—without renting a car or building an itinerary yourself; the fixed route and live guide mean the whole afternoon is arranged and you spend it on the water instead of planning.
