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Wilderness on an epic scale, wrapped in famous friendliness. From Rockies road trips to cosmopolitan cities, Canada is the ultimate soft-adventure family playground.

  • Currency $ Canadian Dollar (CAD)
  • Language English, French
  • Visa
  • Plug Type A/B · 120V
  • Best time June – September (summer), December – March (skiing)
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Wilderness on an epic scale, wrapped in famous friendliness. From Rockies road trips to cosmopolitan cities, Canada is the ultimate soft-adventure family playground.

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Canada is nature at its most generous: turquoise mountain lakes, wildlife-rich forests and coastlines that stretch for days. In 2026 it remains one of the world's great soft-adventure and family road-trip destinations, and it's wonderfully easy for UK travellers.

This is a country where wilderness and world-class cities sit side by side. Kayak past whales in the morning, dine in cosmopolitan Vancouver or Montreal by night. English-speaking (and French in Quebec), safe and welcoming, it suits every generation.

With seamless connectivity, excellent infrastructure and a strong culture of respect for Indigenous heritage and the land, Canada rewards slow, meaningful travel. Come for the mountains; stay for the wide-open sense of possibility.

When to go

Weather & timing in Canada RIGHT NOW 24° mostly clear

Best Jun–Aug · Shoulder May, Sep–Oct

  1. Jan / -4°
  2. Feb / -2°
  3. Mar 12° /
  4. Apr 18° /
  5. May 24° / 14°
  6. Jun 28° / 18°
  7. Jul 30° / 20°
  8. Aug 28° / 18°
  9. Sep 24° / 14°
  10. Oct 18° /
  11. Nov 12° /
  12. Dec / -2°

Best time to visit

June – September (summer), December – March (skiing)

Best for
  • Rockies
  • Wildlife
  • Northern Lights
  • National Parks
At a glance
Sunshine 7 hr/day (est.)
Rain days 8 days/mo (est.)
Wettest December · 60mm
Driest June · 10mm
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Canada monthly temperature & rainfall charts
Things to do

Nature, culture & hidden gems

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We're hand-picking the standout places, hidden gems and can't-miss activities in Canada. Meanwhile, the cities above are a great starting point.

Plan your trip

Curated Canada itineraries

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Where to stay

Hand-checked places in Canada

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