Best day trips in Canada

Canada's cities are gateways to incredible day trips. Pick a base and explore the best excursions within reach, from alpine lakes and coastal drives to historic towns and roaring waterfalls.

Day trips from Toronto

Day trips from Toronto

Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Prince Edward County, Muskoka, and the Thousand Islands.

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Day trips from Vancouver

Day trips from Vancouver

Whistler, Victoria, Squamish, the Sunshine Coast, and the Sea to Sky Highway.

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Day trips from Montreal

Day trips from Montreal

Quebec City, Mont-Tremblant, the Eastern Townships, Ottawa, and the Laurentians.

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Day trips from Calgary

Day trips from Calgary

Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore, Drumheller, and the Kananaskis.

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Day trips from Halifax

Day trips from Halifax

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, the Annapolis Valley, and Bay of Fundy.

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