Planning your Canadian getaway?
Are you ready to embark on a journey through magnificent Canada? This multi-cultural country encompasses gems from North American, European and Asian cultures all in one place, making it a unique country to visit! Whether you are looking for a relaxing vacation on the beach, a cultural trip in the city or a nature escape with Fido... Canada has so much to offer. Travel to Canada and stay at local places with HomeExchange. We have thousands of Members in Canada waiting to connect with you and organize a home exchange locally or internationally.
Travel to Canada and live like a local
Destinations for your vacation in Canada
A highlight: Toronto
Discover the magnificent cosmopolitan city of Toronto, known as the economic capital of the country. Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Toronto surprises its visitors with its modernity, its abundance of entertainment and its excellent culinary hot spots. From Little India to Little Italy, to passing through Greektown and Chinatown, you will never tire of Toronto's artistic treasures and architectural splendors. Come explore this surprising city for a weekend or your next vacation.
Our advice: The prime time to visit Toronto is from mid-April through late November. Do not miss our favorite and free (or really affordable) activities while you visit Toronto, starting with: the distillery district, St Laurence market, Riverdale Farm, a ferry ride to Toronto Island.
Explore beautiful Gaspésie in Quebec
This breathtaking region of mountains and sea has so much to offer explorers wanting to perfect their kayaking skills, challenge their hiking partner or simply take in the beauty of ocean vistas and natural parks.
Our advice: Don't miss the incredible view from the Pointe-à-la-Renommée and to travel back in time in the Magasin Général Historique Authentique 1928, an authentic old general store from the 20th century!
Vancouver Island and its quiet fishing towns
If you are an ocean lover like many of our Members, Vancouver Island is another gem for you to discover. Most of the towns on the island feature the word "port" in their name, recalling the importance of fishing in the island's community. Vancouver Island is also known for its wonderful wine and food produced in the Cowichan Valley region.
Our advice: If you are looking for some physical activity, the village of Tofino is renowned for its surfing and has many surf schools to get you started. March-May or September-December are the best months to visit Vancouver Island.
How to travel in Canada on a budget?
Save with good timing: travel off season
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, we strongly advise you to travel off-season. Not only will you considerably save on transportation costs, but you will also have the privilege of experiencing Canada's gems without feeling rushed by the crowds. In every season, you will find something breathtaking and unique to see in Canada.
Save by home exchanging
For the price of an average single night in a hotel, the HomeExchange Membership will give you the opportunity to stay in unlimited lovely homes (equipped to cook, entertain the kids, do laundry, and more), with the peace of mind to be supported and covered by HomeExchange guarantees. A recent study has shown that Members of the community have saved more than 80% of their travel expenses, thanks to HomeExchange. The icing on the cake: you also receive tips from your local hosts on the best places to visit and how to avoid tourist traps!
Our Canadian Members share some tips
“Following a day full of exploring the beautiful city of Quebec, I enjoyed reading in the comfortable chair near the window and soak in the atmosphere of this incredible city. Our host Isabelle recommended visiting the spectacular historic site of Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, which was only 15 minutes away and absolutely wonderful to discover!"
-MURIEL, 13 Exchanges
"It was our first time visiting Western Canada and we loved it! We felt so lucky to have this wonderful home to go back to after our busy days discovering Vancouver to taste the wonderful local wine left by our hosts. Our favourite activities were the sailboat tour we took from Vancouver harbor, our day biking through Stanley park and of course the hockey game!"
-ISA AND JACQUES, 4 exchanges
Our home exchange in Banff was simply a delight. While discussing with our hosts, we discovered that we shared the same passion for biking and even had common friends. When we got to their lovely home, they had left a lot of local guides with all the nearby outdoorsy activities and a long list of yummy restaurants. I was skeptical at first about HomeExchange but after this first exchange, we feel that now we can travel without limits on a budget!
-CORALIE, 2 exchanges