Find a Travel Partner in Canada
Canada is built for the outdoors - turquoise mountain lakes, endless forest and coastlines on three oceans, stitched together by a handful of easy, walkable cities. It's a calm, spacious country that rewards travelers who like nature with their espresso.
🇨🇦 Canada at a glance
- Capital
- Ottawa
- Largest city
- Toronto
- Official languages
- English, French
- Area
- 9,984,670 km² (3,855,101 mi²)
- Population
- 41.3 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Canadian dollar — CAD ($)
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Toronto
- Calling code
- +1
- Plug type
- Type A, B
Data updated: weather 28 min ago · rates 28 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Canada is known for
Canada is built for the outdoors - turquoise mountain lakes, endless forest and coastlines on three oceans, linked by a handful of easy, walkable cities. It's calm and spacious, and the long scenic drives are exactly the kind of trip best shared.
- The Canadian Rockies, Banff and Lake Louise
- Vancouver's mountains-meet-sea setting
- Autumn color and maple country in the east
- Northern lights and vast wilderness
Tourism in Canada
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #3 of 6 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Canada
From Vancouver to Montreal, these are the places most Canada trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Vancouver who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Vancouver
Pacific city where forest, ocean and ski slopes meet downtown.
Toronto
Canada's biggest, most multicultural city, on Lake Ontario.
Banff
Mountain town inside a national park of glacial lakes and peaks.
Montreal
French-speaking cultural capital of festivals and old-town charm.
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Create your tripThings to do in Canada
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Rockies & lakes
- Glacial blue Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
- Drive the Icefields Parkway to Jasper
- Hot springs and hikes around Banff
Cities & coast
- Sea, forest and ski slopes around Vancouver
- Old-town charm and festivals in Montreal
- Niagara Falls on a day trip from Toronto
Wildlife & nature
- Whale watching off the Pacific and Atlantic
- Northern lights in the Yukon and Northwest
- Bears and moose in the national parks
Seasons & food
- Maple country and fall colors in the east
- Poutine, fresh seafood and craft beer
- Skiing and snow towns in winter
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
June to September is best for the Rockies and hiking; September and October bring the famous fall colors in the east. Winters are cold but ideal for skiing and the northern lights.
Safety tips
- Respect wildlife distances and weather warnings in the backcountry
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $25-45/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $75-140/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $160-300/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $30-65
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Distances are vast, so a car or domestic flights make sense; the Rockies are best by road. Cities have good transit and ride-hailing.
Visa & entry requirements for Canada
Every nationality is different - pick your passport for a personalized answer, or open our Visa page for assisted help applying.
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Plan your Canada trip together
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Hotels & Homes
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Flights
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Trains
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Car Rentals
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Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
Flight + Hotel
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