There are quite a few tourism icons in Canada. During your stay, visit as many tourist destinations as possible. Here are some of the best tourist destinations in Canada according to planetware.com.

Niagara waterfall

Niagara Falls is Canada’s most famous natural attraction, attracting millions of visitors each year. This waterfall is located on the border between Ontario, Canada and New York State, USA. Located just over an hour’s drive from Toronto along the US border, this massive waterfall drops about 57 meters.

You can see the waterfall from a very close distance from several main points. Niagara Falls and the Niagara Gorge have fascinated people for over a century. Between the middle of the 19th century and the middle of the 20th century, there were many attempts to descend the falls by different types of boats.

Other popular things to do here include a cruise to the base of the falls. Then head to the Skylon Tower for fantastic aerial views.

Banff National Park and the Rockies

Banff National Park is located in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains in the province of Alberta and features some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada. Turquoise lakes, snow-capped peaks, and glaciers are all easily accessible in this beautiful park.

The crown jewel of this park is Lake Louise, where the green water reflects the surrounding mountains and glaciers, and visitors can take easy walks around the shore. Not far away is Moraine Lake, an impressive lake with an even more dramatic setting.

The Icefields Parkway, which connects Lake Louise to Jasper, is an unforgettable ride and another top attraction in Banff. At the south end of the park is the quaint little town of Banff, offering all sorts of accommodation, shopping, dining and nightlife options.

Old Quebec

Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Canada’s historic gems. Spread over Upper and Lower Quebec, this sector is home to the city’s most historic buildings.

Lower Town along the St. Lawrence River is a quirky residential site and home to the stunning Fairmont Le Château Frontenac (historic hotel). The Upper Town is located on a 100 meter cliff and is home to the Citadel, the Plains of Abraham, the Place d’Armes and the Parque Historique de l’Artillerie

Old Quebec is one of Canada’s most popular historic districts and is well developed for tourism. In addition to historical sites, other highlights include artists displaying their work on Rue du Trésor; interesting museums, such as the Museum of Civilization; and unique shops and restaurants.