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Looking to book your summer getaway?   Canada is full of natural beauty, with hidden gems everywhere!   If you are looking for unique, scenic, or quaint places to visit for your summer road trip, you need to add these 5 places to your list.    Not only will these places create long lasting memories, but they are all Instagram worthy!

 

Banff National Park

istock photos:  Beautiful Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, Canada. Photographed at sunrise.

Banff National Park is a “must-go” place to visit, The park is located in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta and is home to some of the most breathtaking mountain landscapes in the world. With turquoise blue lakes, towering peaks, and stunning glaciers, Banff offers endless opportunities for Instagram-worthy photos.

 

Québec City

istock photo, The skyline of Old Quebec City

Located in the province of Québec, the city is known for its narrow, cobblestone streets, charming architecture, and rich cultural heritage. The city’s most-Instagrammable spot is undoubtedly the Château Frontenac, a grand hotel perched atop a hill overlooking the St. Lawrence River. The hotel’s iconic green roof and turrets make for a stunning photo backdrop.

 

Ontario

istock photos, sun setting over Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada. A rocky cliff at the top of the Lookout Trail provides an impressive setting to take in the forested landscape.

There are so many hidden gems in Ontario! For those looking to escape the city Algonquin Park is a vast wilderness area that is perfect for capturing the beauty of Ontario’s natural landscapes, including picturesque lakes, forests and wildlife. If you are looking to escape, this is the place to go to unwind, relax and enjoy all of it’s natural beauty.

 

Vancouver

istock photo, Vancouver skyline panorama taken at Prospect Point, Stanley Park, showing Lions Gate Bridge on right and West Vancouver on the left. Prospect Point is located on the south side of the First Narrows of Burrard Inlet

Vancouver is home to Stanley Park, one of the largest urban parks in North America, which is filled with beautiful beaches, lush forests, and a picturesque seawall. Take a stroll and take in the memorizing views, you’ll honestly forget you are in the city!

 

Peggy’s Cove

istock photos, Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse under blue summer sky. Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada. Day and Night Series.

There is a small fishing village located in Novia Scotia called Peggy’s Cove. It is famous for it’s picturesque lighthouse, robust coastline, and colorful buildings. The lighthouse is the village’s most notable landmark and makes for the perfect photo opportunity, especially at sunrise or sunset. The rocky shoreline, lined with fishing boats and surrounded by crashing waves, provides a dramatic backdrop for any photo.