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Bow Valley Provincial Park (part of the Kananaskis Country park system) is established east of the Canadian Rockies in the arch of the valley, while the upper course of the Bow River flows through the Banff National Park. The Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is located between the Banff National Park and Canmore in the Bow River Valley.

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Overview

Canada is more than its hulking-mountain, craggy-coast good looks: it also cooks extraordinary meals, rocks cool culture, and unfurls wild, moose-spotting road trips.

01 / Attractions

Must-see attractions

Banff National Park
Banff & Jasper National Parks
Of all Canada’s top sights, Banff National Park justifiably ranks as many people’s number one. As much a piece of history as a natural wonder, Canada’s…
Stanley Park
Vancouver
One of North America’s largest urban green spaces, Stanley Park is revered for its dramatic forest-and-mountain oceanfront views. But there’s more to this…
Royal Ontario Museum
Toronto
Opened in 1914, the multidisciplinary ROM is Canada's biggest natural-history museum and one of the largest museums in North America. You'll either love…
Parc du Mont-Royal
Montréal
The charming, leafy expanse of Parc du Mont-Royal is charged for a wide range of outdoor activities. The wooded slopes and grassy meadows have stunning…
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal
Montréal
Montréal’s Museum of Fine Arts is an accessible and beautifully updated oasis of art housed in architecturally striking buildings. A visit here is a must…
Basilique Notre-Dame
Old Montréal
Montréal's famous landmark, Notre Dame Basilica, is a 19th-century Gothic Revival masterpiece with spectacular craftsmanship – a visually pleasing, if…
Lake Louise
Lake Louise
Considered by many to be the crown jewel of Banff National Park, Lake Louise is nearly impossible to describe without resorting to clichés. This…
Oratoire St-Joseph
Montréal
The stunning Oratoire St-Joseph church built on the flanks of Mont-Royal commands grand views of the the Côte-des-Neiges area and northwest Montréal. The…

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02 / Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Canada offers a range of exciting treats, from historical sites to summer festivals to wild rivers. We narrow down our top 12 for you.

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Best Places to Visit

Be wowed by wildlife and wilderness as well as culture-packed cities. These are the top places to visit in Canada.

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Best Time to Visit

From outdoor summer excursions to spring festivals to winter fun, Canada merits a visit in any season. Here’s your full guide.

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Things to Know

First-time visitors will benefit from these tips on planning, etiquette and health and safety as they plan their trips to Canada.

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Transportation

Crossing Canada’s vastness might seem like a daunting challenge – and it can be. Our guide to getting around the country will help.

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Visa Requirements

Many travelers to Canada need a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization to visit. Here's a quick guide to the visa requirements for Canada.

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Money and Costs

Canada abounds with pleasures – which, unfortunately, don’t come cheap. Here are a few ways to explore the country without breaking the bank.

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Traveling with Kids

Canada offers an abundance of wide open spaces and bustling metropolitan areas that are sure to surprise and delight the kids who visit - and their parents.

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Best Road Trips

Canadian road trips promise massive glaciers, spectacular fauna, raw coastline and uncompromising wilderness you'll find only in northern climes.

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