Indigenous culture, Francophone heritage, a slew of annual festivals and more than 2,000 museums – Canada is a dream for anyone passionate about culture and history, with every town, city and province offering its own unique story, shaped by its First Nations heritage.
We’ve scouted out some of the top spots to visit across the country if you’re looking to delve into its cultural scene, from First Nations attractions to Viking settlements and beyond.
Maritime history
L’Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland and Labrador
Immerse yourself in Canada’s Viking past amid the timber-framed structures of L’Anse aux Meadows
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Atlantic Canada (made up of Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island) is something of a treasure trove of history, and among the region’s most unmissable spots is the UNESCO-listed L’Anse aux Meadows – the only known site in North America to have been established by the Vikings (the first Europeans to reach The New World, when they came in the 11th century). Head here to explore its original timber-framed structures while trying your hand at various Viking activities – from weaving to axe-throwing – then step aboard a replica Viking ship and hear costumed actors tell tales from the Norse sagas.
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
The UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg is considered to be the best surviving planned British colonial town in North America
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Fast-forward 700 years and learn about Canada’s colonial history at the historic town of Lunenburg. This UNESCO World Heritage town is considered to be the best surviving planned British colonial town in North America thanks to its well-preserved, original wooden buildings and colourful, 18th-century houses. Wander its atmospheric waterfront – lined with tall ships, craft shops, galleries and restaurants – and delve into its seafaring history at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, before checking out Bluenose II, a replica of the famous racing schooner that was built here. Just over an hour’s drive east, in Halifax, you’ll find Pier 21. This is Canada’s national museum of immigration, and, significantly, is housed in Canada’s last remaining ocean immigration shed. Explore the permanent exhibitions that chart the massive contributions made by immigrants to Canada and transport visitors back in time, or book a 30-minute guided tour through the history of immigration in Canada before, during, and after…
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