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City Tours in Canada: 15 to Shuffle the Itinerary For

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Prices, running times and what each one is actually like: 15 city tours compared, with the strongest of them at the top.

Toronto: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - What the two-hour circuit is like
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Toronto: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1.Toronto: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,544 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $49Our pick

Use a 24 or 48-hour pass to see Toronto from an open-top double-decker bus, with live English guides such as Mashaal, Pietra, and Curtis on many departures. Stop near Casa Loma, the CN Tower, Chinatown, St. Lawrence Market, and the Distillery District. In cold weather, covered trolleys replace open-top buses.

“Our tour guides, Mashaal and Johan both were terrific. Very knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. I would definitely recommend the Toronto Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour to everybody.”

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Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus - Starting at Sparks and Elgin Streets
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Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

2.Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,089 reviews · 1 hour · from $43

Ride from Sparks and Elgin Streets through Ottawa, across to Gatineau, and onto the Ottawa River in one amphibious vehicle. A live English and French guide, with names such as Wendy, Pierre, Sarah, and Alexis, provides history and humor during 40 minutes on land and 20 minutes afloat. The river entry is the family highlight.

“My Mom and I had a fabulous time! The tour was super funny and entertaining. Highly recommend!”

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Montreal City Sightseeing Tour with Live Commentary - Olympic Park and the 1976 Games
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Montreal City Sightseeing Tour with Live Commentary

3.Montreal City Sightseeing Tour with Live Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,953 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

See Montreal’s major sights by climate-controlled coach on a 3.5-hour tour with bilingual English and French commentary. You’ll pass Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica, Olympic Park, Mount Royal, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Chinatown, and more, with several short stops and hotel pickup offered.

“Everything was Perfect. A great way to see the city in an afternoon. You can see everything all at once.”

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The Grand Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours - Starting at 646 Hornby Street
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The Grand Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours

4.The Grand Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,827 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $96Top rated

Ride Vancouver’s protected bike routes with a guide such as Heidi, Steve, Greg, or JT, covering Stanley Park, Granville Island, False Creek, Olympic Village, Chinatown, and Gastown. The mostly flat route suits many riders, but its roughly 14 miles and a few hills call for moderate fitness. Bikes, helmets, and locks are included.

“Great day, the best way to get a taste and history of Vancouver. Our guide Steve was amazing and made everything more interesting by adding stories of his childhood and life in Vancouver.”

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Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park - Gastown and Chinatown from the coach
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Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park

5.Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Granville Island & Stanley Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,782 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $68

See Vancouver’s key sights in about 3.5 hours with a local guide such as Sam, Sean, Alex, or Jordan. You’ll visit Granville Island Public Market, Stanley Park’s totem poles and Prospect Point, plus Gastown and Chinatown. Hotel and cruise-terminal pickup is available, but expect a coach tour with limited time for photos and shopping.

“Very good way to see highlights of the city. We especially enjoyed lunch at Granville island and walking through the market there. Used our guide’s recommendations.”

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Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout - Gastown and Chinatown put the city in context
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Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout

6.Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,556 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

This 6.5-hour Landsea Tours outing pairs Vancouver’s key neighborhoods with the Vancouver Lookout and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Guides such as Sarah, Brent, Sam, and Jordan lead the day with city history, local stories, hotel pickup, and time to explore. Expect walking, scenic drives, and a group of up to 30 people.

“The guide Brent was excellent; very knowledgeable and attentive to our needs. Highly recommended the tour”

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Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass - From Sparks Street to Parliament Hill
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Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

7.Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,194 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Explore Ottawa by open-top double-decker bus or trolley on a one or two-day pass. A bilingual guide, with guides such as Pierre and Christina praised for clear stories and humor, introduces Parliament, ByWard Market, museums, galleries, parks, and more. Ride the full 1.5-hour loop or hop off to explore at your own pace.

“loved the experience! definetely worth the money! beautiful views and a pleasant ride”

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Epic Electric Bike Tour by Cycle City Tours - Stanley Park and the Seawall
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Epic Electric Bike Tour by Cycle City Tours

8.Epic Electric Bike Tour by Cycle City Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 848 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118

Ride Vancouver with a professional guide on an electric bike, covering Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, False Creek, Yaletown, Chinatown, and Gastown in about four hours. Small groups, helmets, bikes, and rain ponchos when needed are included. Guides such as German, Zach, Frank, Heidi, and Blair bring local stories to the route.

“Lovely ride through Stanley Park and other Vancouver highlights. Our guide Frank was engaging and informative. Definitely recommend!”

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Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour - Coal Harbour and the North Shore
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Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

9.Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 839 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Cruise Vancouver Harbour, English Bay, False Creek, Stanley Park, and the North Shore in a small open-air Zodiac boat. A skipper such as Dawson, Jonah, Connor, or Thomas may lead the ride, with city stories, wildlife spotting, and speeds up to 55 km/h. Expect wind, spray, and close views from the water.

“Super fun, great views, educational, well worth the price. Bonus points for the cute English guide (lookin’ at you, Jake - hope you’re enjoying your breakfast while you read this. Someone give this gent a raise).”

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The Stanley Park Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours - Starting downtown at Cycle City Vancouver
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The Stanley Park Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours

10.The Stanley Park Bicycle Tour by Cycle City Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $81

Ride through Stanley Park and along Vancouver’s seawall with a guide such as Zach, Heidi, Chris, or JT. This three-hour, small-group tour covers forest trails, Beaver Lake, Brockton Point, Third Beach, and city views at a mostly easy pace. Bikes, helmets, and locks are included, with e-bikes available for an extra fee.

“Great way to see Vancouver and learn some history and interesting facts! Zach was an excellent tour guide! We took multiple stops/breaks along the way to sight-see and learn something new. From the beach, to the Seawall, to Stanley Park - it was about an 8-9 mile ride and is probably good if you've at least biked a little before. Wouldn't have started off my Vancouver visit any other way!”

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Old Montreal: Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City - The first meeting at Place Royale
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Old Montreal: Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City

11.Old Montreal: Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 746 reviews · 1h 30m · from $24

Meet your storyteller at Place Royale for a 90-minute walk through Old Montreal. Guides such as Alice, Constance, Lily, and Madame Morphine mix factual city history with eerie legends and theatrical humor. The tour is in English or French, wheelchair accessible, and suitable for families, though some stories may not suit young children.

“I was so impressed with this tour. our guide Luca was entertaining and informative and I had a small issue that needed customer support and I got an answer quickly. definitely worth the money and a great way to see old Montreal.”

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City Sightseeing Toronto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Casa Loma and Spadina: useful stops with a timing catch
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City Sightseeing Toronto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

12.City Sightseeing Toronto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 726 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Ride a double-decker bus through Toronto with live English commentary or audio in nine languages. The route links Sankofa Square, Yorkville, Casa Loma, the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Market, and the Distillery District. Guides such as Marcel, Mashaal, Marilyn, and Pietra have earned praise, but seasonal schedules can mean long waits.

“We were relieved to see that the top level of the bus was covered and heated! Be aware of their time schedule, which they stick to. In the winter, only one bus runs the route, so the wait is 2 hours. Just check their schedule!”

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Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide - Walking through Old Quebec’s upper streets
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Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

13.Uncover Old Quebec: Fun Walking Tour of the City with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 667 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $4Best value

Walk through Old Quebec for about two hours with a local English-speaking guide, often Sam, who mixes city history, anecdotes, humor, and practical tips. Start at Fontaine de Tourny by the National Assembly and finish near Place Royale, with time for photos, questions, and restaurant ideas.

“Sam is a great tour guide. He's very informative and has a great sense of humour. Highly recommend this walking tour!”

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Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto - Reaching the lake at Harbourfront
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Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto

14.Show me the City! A Small Group Walking Tour of Toronto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 621 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk from Toronto’s Entertainment District to St. Lawrence Market with guides such as Nick, Jason, Ken, Dan, or James. Expect city history, old photographs, CN Tower stories, the underground PATH, Brookfield Place, waterfront views, and local food tips. The three-hour route covers a lot, so wear comfortable shoes and prepare for up to 14,000 steps.

“Really comprehensive and fun tour of Toronto. Ken was very personable and had fun facts and stories. We really enjoyed it!”

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Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water - Rideau Canal area and Ottawa’s civic center
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Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

15.Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 598 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $44

See Ottawa and Gatineau in about an hour aboard an amphibious vehicle that travels city streets before entering the Ottawa River. A bilingual guide points out Parliament, ByWard Market, the National Gallery, Gatineau Park, and more. Guides such as Gabrielle, Wendy, and Cameron have been praised for lively commentary and local history.

“My husband and I had a great time. We had a small group on our tour. The view was great . Tour guide Cameron was knowledgeable and drive Bruno was fantastic also.”

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★ 4.5Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-BasedFrom $554 reviews
★ 4.5Half day private city tour36 reviews
★ 4.5Greater Montreal 5-hour VIP Guided City TourFrom $9619 reviews
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★ 5.0Discover Montreal’s Underground City – ResoFrom $3063 reviews
★ 5.0City tour; afternoon in MontrealFrom $10177 reviews
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★ 5.0Trolley City Tour of KingstonFrom $3427 reviews
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