Discover the Best Fall Foliage On A Canadian Road Trip from Niagara Falls to Quebec City

Whether you’re into leaf peeping or not, if you’re searching for inspirational destinations to spend a fall vacation, nothing quite beats the autumnal scenery of a Canadian road trip from Niagara Falls to Quebec City. Packed with forested landscapes, seasonal activities, and, of course, the fusion of the region’s delicious cuisines, join us as we unwrap the ultimate Canadian fall foliage road trip escape this season.

Day 1: Niagara Falls to Kingston

Where better to start our fall foliage-inspired Canadian road trip than the captivating city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, situated on the banks of the world-famous Niagara Falls themselves. Before setting off on the Ontario leg of our fall foliage road trip, we highly recommend paying a visit to the remarkable Niagara Parkway, where the cascading waters of the Niagara Falls are sublimely framed by the tree-lined ridges bursting with the rich autumnal hues of the season.

Our first destination sees us heading to Kingston, Ontario, but on the way, we encourage you to stop by to sample the seasonal delights at the marvelous Grills Orchard, where you can pick your own apples, sample their freshly made treats, and even get lost for a while in their brilliant corn maze. The route to Kingston itself winds through the stunning Canadian vegetation mixed with fiery reds, oranges, and yellows at this time of year, and once you arrive, make a point of eating at Dianne’s restaurant, for their legendary East Coast seafood with an extraordinary Mexican twist.

Enhance your road trip to see Canada’s glorious autumnal foliage by booking your stay at the gorgeous Best Western Fireside Inn in Kingston, Ontario.

Day 2: Kingston to Ottawa

After waking up following a great night’s sleep, the best place to spot the leaves changing color in Kingston is the awesome Kingston Waterfront Trail, before you head off on the next leg of our Canadian fall foliage road trip adventure. Our next destination is the Canadian capital of Ottawa, but not without stopping to stretch your legs and take a few snaps of the awe-inspiring scenery of golden leaves throughout the Rideau Trail along the way.

Whether you are road tripping with your family or with a group of friends, the Rideau Trail has a vast array of picturesque spots, but for us, Foley Mountain is the ultimate trailside backdrop for a memorable photo. Finally, after a day of leaf peeping, we highly recommend capping the day off with dinner at Fratelli Westboro, to try the best Italian restaurant in Ottawa.

Add a touch of luxury to your Ontario fall road trip by stopping off at the amazing Best Western Plus Ottawa City Centre for the perfect place to unwind after a day of autumn sightseeing.

Day 3: Ottawa to Mont-Tremblant / St. Jérôme

A trip to Canada’s capital city just wouldn’t be complete without an insightful walk around Confederation Park and Parliament Hill, particularly when the changing colors of the maple trees form an enchanting scenic canvas for Ottawa’s historic architecture. Then, after completing the Ontario section of our fall foliage Canadian road trip, we head into Quebec and straight to another autumnal hotspot, namely the La Vérendrye Wildlife Reserve.

Here, the forested sights of La Vérendrye Wildlife Reserve make this wildlife sanctuary a photographer’s dream, before our road trip takes us further into the province of Quebec. However, before we disembark in St Jérôme, we advise you to try the divine Le Bistro at Bel Air Tremblant for dinner. Here, the contemporary French cuisine can be enjoyed while seated in its innovative dome glass windows, for a truly magical culinary experience while sat with the fall foliage in full view.

Enrich your Quebec fall road trip after admiring the beautiful St-Jérôme landscapes before relaxing at the excellent Best Western Hotel St. Jérôme, located in the heart of the city.

Day 4: Mont-Tremblant / St. Jérôme to Trois-Rivières

Whether you are traveling solo or with your friends and family, before heading to Trois-Rivières on our penultimate leg of our Canadian fall road trip, we certainly recommend immersing yourself within the forest itself by visiting Ziptrek Ecotours. With five exhilarating zip lines and several observation platforms, you can coast through the treetops with a genuine bird’s eye view of the verdant seasonal surroundings just outside Mont-Tremblant.

After a morning of scaling the forest, our next recommended stopping to cycle along the local stretch of the P’tit Train du Nord trail near St. Jérôme, checking out the fall scenery at a more sedate pace. Finally, after arriving in Trois-Rivières later, we conclude day four of our fall-infused road trip by dining at the superb Restaurant Le Péché Mignon to sample their delightful French-inspired offerings.

Discover the vibrant foliage on your Canadian fall foliage road trip through Trois-Rivières before enjoying a cozy stay at the excellent Best Western Hotel Universel Drummondville in nearby Drummondville, Quebec.

Day 5: Trois-Rivières to Quebec City

The last leg of our timeless Quebec fall road trip sees us leaving Trois-Rivières, heading to our final destination of Quebec City, but with a delicious pit stop at Sugar Shack Le Chemin du Roy along the way. Here, you can sample the age-old Quebecois tradition of transforming maple sap into syrup for a tasty roadside treat amongst the region’s striking fall foliage.

Finally, arriving in Quebec City itself, we absolutely recommend heading to the cobblestone streets of Old Quebec, which is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, and which positively glows amongst its autumnal surroundings. Afterward, you must also visit the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac for its jaw-dropping views over the golden tree-lined St. Lawrence River, before ending your road trip adventure with dinner at Le Clocher Penché and its spectacular locally inspired dinner menu.

Discover the magic of Canadian fall road trips by unwinding in style at the Best Western Premier Hotel Aristocrate on the banks of the St Lawrence River, in Quebec City, Quebec.