Canada travel scenery
🇨🇦

Canada

Ottawa · Americas

From the rugged Rockies to vibrant cosmopolitan hubs, Canada spans a continent with breathtaking natural wonders and friendly charm.

Travel cost

Trip length

🎒

Budget

$100/day

$700

🧳

Standard

$220/day

$1,540

👑

Luxury

$500/day

$3,500

Estimates per person (USD) excluding international flights.

Travel information

Best season

Jun–Aug & Dec–Mar

Currency

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

Language

English, French

Time zone

UTC-3.5 to -8

Power plug

Type A/B · 120V

Emergency

911 police/fire/ambulance

Top attractions

Banff National Park
🏔️

Banff National Park

Turquoise lakes and towering peaks in the heart of the Rockies.

Niagara Falls
🌊

Niagara Falls

Thunderous waterfalls straddling the border with breathtaking power.

Old Quebec
🥐

Old Quebec

Historic walled city with European charm and cobblestone streets.

CN Tower
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CN Tower

Sky-scraping landmark in Toronto offering panoramic views of Lake Ontario.

Local tips

Food

Don't leave without trying Poutine—chips, cheese curds, and hot gravy.

Culture

Tipping 15–20% in restaurants and bars is standard etiquette.

Transport

A rental car is essential for exploring the vast national parks.

Safety

Be 'bear aware' when hiking and store food in lockers.