Things to Do in Canada
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Marché Jean-Talon/Jean-Talon Market
Montreal, Canada
Jean-Talon is the best of Montreal's open-air farmers' markets that sell fresh produce, unique products from Quebec (like sparkling apple cider, maple sugar maple-leaf-shaped lollipops, and mustard with wild mushrooms), and artisan breads and cheeses....
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Boutique
Ethnic Store
The Plains of Abraham
Quebec City, Canada
Sure, at its roots, the Discovery Pavillion is about 400 years of history, but you wouldn't know it from the look of awe on the faces of the kids in the room....
History Museum
Special Collection
Historical Landmark
Park
Fontaine Riopelle
Montreal, Canada
A fascinating and incredibly elaborate bronze sculpture encircled by a pool of water stands at one end of the Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, which also has park benches, 80 trees, and lush lawns....
Roadside Landmark
Second Beach Pool
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Second Beach Pool is perfect for families with kids of varying ages. The entrance on one side is gently graduated, making it ideal for little splashers. Bigger kids can zoom down the water slides and swim in the deeper water. ...
Park
Neighborhood
Swimming
Wild Whales Vancouver
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
The wind, the waves, and the whales make this the trip of a lifetime for kids and grownups alike. Kids will squeal with delight when they see the majestic orca whales and other sea life, including seals, porpoises, sea lions, otters, and eagles. ...
Boating
Boat Tour
Boutique
Variety Kids Water Park
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Prepare for squealing! Kids will have a blast—literally—spraying each other with hoses, leaping over fountains, and trying to outwit the unpredictable water geysers....
Water Park
Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal/Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
Montreal, Canada
Built in 1829, the Notre-Dame Basilica has pine-sculpted statues, gilded decorations, and gorgeous stained glass windows depicting scenes from Montreal's religious history. Your children's eyes will go wide at the dazzling blue and gold interior....
Historical Landmark
Village Vacances Valcartier
Quebec City, Canada
When the history of Old Quebec overwhelms, Valcartier offers an escape. In the summer, it's the largest waterpark in Canada with enough water cannons, splash pads, slides and sprinklers to keep everyone happy....
Water Park
Amusement Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Put on your "Indiana Jones" hat and hike across the 450-foot long Capilano Suspension Bridge, swaying over a cedar-scented rainforest and the rushing Capilano River 230 feet below....
Historical Landmark
Park
Hiking
Theater
La Baie/The Bay
Montreal, Canada
The entire fifth floor of Montreal's oldest and best loved department store is dedicated to children's clothes and toys, with beloved toys and Snowy ("Milou" in French) stuffed animals not available in the U.S....
Historical Landmark
Variety Store
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French Culture, Vibrant History, and Modern Adventure
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