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Best time to go
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.
Top places
Things to do
Rockies and lakes
- Glacial blue Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
- Drive the Icefields Parkway to Jasper
- Hot springs and hikes around Banff
Cities and coast
- Sea, forest and ski slopes around Vancouver
- Old-town charm and festivals in Montreal
- Niagara Falls on a day trip from Toronto
Wildlife and nature
- Whale watching off the Pacific and Atlantic
- Northern lights in the Yukon and Northwest
- Bears and moose in the national parks
Seasons and food
- Maple country and fall colors in the east
- Poutine, fresh seafood and craft beer
- Skiing and snow towns in winter
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $25 to $45 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $75 to $140 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $160 to $300 |
| Meals, per day | $30 to $65 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Distances are vast, so a car or domestic flights make sense; the Rockies are best by road. Cities have good transit and ride-hailing.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Canada over the most recent years with data, roughly number 3 of 6 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Toronto
- Languages
- English, French
- Population
- 41.7 million (2025)
- Area
- 9,984,670 km² (3,855,101 mi²)
- Calling code
- +1
- Region
- North America
Travelling solo in Canada
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Canada trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Respect wildlife distances and weather warnings in the backcountry.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
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Travelling to Canada with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Canada?
Make a free profile and add your Canada trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Canada you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Canada?
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.
How much does a day in Canada cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $25 to $45; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $75 to $140; mid-range hotel, per night: $160 to $300; meals, per day: $30 to $65. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Canada good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Canada trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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