10 Best Places to Visit in Canada
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00:00Awe-inspiring scenery, vibrant cities, and a welcoming atmosphere all make Canada a popular
00:20tourist destination. As the largest country in North America, Canada is a vast land encompassing
00:26majestic mountains, virgin forests, spacious prairies, and arctic tundra. While much of
00:31the nation is of British and French descent, Canada is home to a mosaic of multicultural
00:36communities. Here's a look at the best places to visit in Canada.
00:56Number 10. Cape Breton Island.
01:18While it's located in northeastern Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Island was once its own independent
01:23colony until it was forced to merge in 1820. As it welcomed thousands of Scottish expats
01:29in the early 19th century, it remains the only place in North America where you'll hear
01:35Gaelic spoken. Amongst its spectacular landscapes, the highlight is undoubtedly Cape Breton Highlands
01:41National Park, with its phenomenal Cabot Trail and gorgeous lookout points. Don't forget
01:46the scenic fishing villages such as Bay St. Lawrence, where you'll find some excellent
02:21Number 9. Montreal.
02:42The second largest city in Canada after Toronto, Montreal is the cultural and financial capital
02:47of the Quebec province. Boasting the largest French-speaking community outside of Paris,
02:52France, Montreal is a bustling metropolis with a downtown district, a historic quarter,
02:57entertainment district, and several distinctive neighborhoods. Montreal's main sights include
03:02downtown skyscrapers like the Olympic Tower, the historic buildings of Old Montreal, and
03:07several family attractions like theme and water parks.
03:37Montreal is the capital of the French-speaking population of Montreal.
03:42Montreal is the capital of the French-speaking population of Montreal.
03:47Montreal is the capital of the French-speaking population of Montreal.
03:52Montreal is the capital of the French-speaking population of Montreal.
03:57Montreal is the capital of the French-speaking population of Montreal.
04:02Number 8. Whistler.
04:19Thanks to a couple of spectacular mountains called Whistler and Black Comb, the Whistler
04:24Resort is the largest and most famous alpine ski destination in North America. Located
04:30in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, Whistler is a two-hour trip from Vancouver
04:34along Canada's most scenic drive, the Sea to Sky Highway. At the base of the two mountains
04:40are three quaint villages, Whistler Village, Creekside, and Upper Village. The Peak to
04:45Peak Gondola transports visitors from the villages to the mountains.
05:00Number 7.
05:30Vancouver Island.
05:59Vancouver Island, named after the British explorer George Vancouver, is the largest
06:03island off the west coast of the North American continent. Located across from Washington
06:08State, it is accessible by ferry through the San Juan Islands from Anacort, from Port Angeles
06:12on the state's Olympic Peninsula, or from Vancouver on mainland British Columbia.
06:17Vancouver Island is famous for the quaint city of Victoria, the gorgeous Bechart Gardens,
06:22the surf town of Tofino, and the wilderness in the north, where one can catch a ferry
06:26to Prince Rupert and another to Alaska from there.
06:56Number 8.
07:26Quebec City.
07:39Quebec City may be the capital of the Quebec province in eastern Canada, but its French
07:43heritage, architecture, and language make it appear more like a charming European village.
07:48Perched on a hill overlooking the St. Lawrence River is Vieux, Quebec, the city's historic
07:53district. A walk along the cobblestone streets of the old city offers encounters with attractions
07:58like the Citadel and the Place Royale, the area where explorer Samuel de Complin established
08:04the first North American French settlement. The city's icon, the stunning Chateau Frontenac,
08:09is regarded as the most photographed hotel in North America, and offers tours even without
08:14an overnight stay.
08:44Number 5. Toronto.
09:13The capital of Ontario, Toronto is the most populated city in Canada, as well as one
09:19of the largest cities in North America. With a large number of ethnic districts like Chinatown,
09:23Little India, and Little Italy, Toronto is also one of the world's most culturally
09:27diverse cities. The city's main tourist draws range from impressive landmarks such
09:32as the iconic CN Tower and the fairy-tale castle of Casa Loma. Additionally, the Toronto
09:38Islands are a popular destination, with beaches and outdoor activities.
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10:38Number 4. Churchill.
10:45The small town of Churchill is undoubtedly the biggest tourist draw in northern Manitoba,
10:50at least during the fall. That's when the polar bears move inland, giving Churchill
10:54the name Polar Bear Capital of the World. October and early November are good times
10:59to take in this polar bear migration, but boat tours along Hudson Bay take tourists
11:04to them in the summer as well. Sometimes, the bears wander into town where they're
11:09put in jail until they can be released back into the wild. July and August are popular
11:15times to visit also, since that's when thousands of beluga whales are migrating.
11:34Number 3. Niagara Falls.
11:47Niagara Falls is a series of three awe-inspiring waterfalls situated on the border of Canada's
11:53Ontario and the United States' New York. The Ontario side of the falls is called Horseshoe
11:58Falls and offers the best views and most attractions. The immediate area surrounding the falls is
12:04a premier tourist spot, teeming in observation towers, restaurants, souvenir shops, casinos
12:10and high-rise hotels. One of the best places to view the Niagara Falls on the Ontario side
12:15is from Queen Victoria Park, where the falls are illuminated and fireworks are displayed
12:20nightly during the summer.
13:12Number 2. Vancouver.
13:19Situated between the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean in British Columbia, Vancouver
13:23is favored for its majestic landscapes that present a natural playground where tourists
13:28can swim in the ocean, rollerblade through scenic parks, and snowski in the mountains
13:32all in one day. The third-largest metropolitan area in the country, Vancouver is one of the
13:38most popular places to visit in Canada. Vancouver's star attraction is Stanley Park, which covers
13:43a huge area of woodlands, gardens, and green spaces. Some of the city's other top sites
13:48include Granville Island's remarkable food market and Chinatown's vibrant array of shops.
14:38Number 1. Banff National Park.
14:52Located in the province of Alberta, the Banff National Park is not only Canada's first
14:57national park but also one of the nation's largest and most visited national parks. The
15:02park's breathtaking scenery and wildlife draw many tourists every year along the Trans-Canada
15:07Highway, which passes through the park. Banff National Park's large concentration of wildlife
15:12includes mammals like black bears, grizzly bears, bison, moose, wolves, and bald eagles.