15 Instagram Accounts That Will Inspire You to Road Trip Across Canada

Canadians are notorious for not seeing much of our vast and varied country. But given the fact that it’s Canada’s 150th birthday, and with free access to the country’s national parks, we say it’s time to change that. These Instagram accounts, filled with photos of scenic landscapes, amazing architecture and gorgeous interiors, will inspire you to pack your bags, get into your car and drive across our big and beautiful homeland.

@nathanielatakora

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@nathanielatakora

Nathaniel Atakora Martin’s (@nathanielatakora) scenic travel shots of British Columbia are what wanderlust dreams are made of. Throw in some breathtaking pictures of incredible architecture, and you’ll have your bags packed before you can double tap one of her photos.

@seriouslyalexa

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@seriouslyalexa

Dreaming of an Eastern road trip? Alexa Cude’s (@seriouslyalexa) pictures of Halifax and beyond (think the rugged coastline of Nova Scotia) mixed with local shop interiors, cafes and restaurants will give you East Coast fever in mere minutes.

@fogoislandinn

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@fogoislandinn

If you’ve never had a desire to visit Newfoundland, the Instagram feed of one of Canada’s most uniquely designed hotels, Fogo Island Inn (@fogoislandinn) will quickly change your mind. And hey, if it’s good enough for Gwyneth Paltrow, it’s good enough for us!

@tobrook

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@tobrook

When Eric Gagnon (@tobrook) isn’t road tripping across Canada and the United States in his Volkswagen van, he’s globe-trotting to far-flung destinations, snapping amazing photos along the way. And he definitely makes Canada look beautiful.

@inayali

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@inayali

Ali’s (@inayali) Instagram feed is an essential guide to boutique shops, quaint cafes and charming neighbourhoods in Montreal. Get ready to park your car outside his fave stores and restaurants… and don’t forget to bring your camera.

@roof_topper

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@roof_topper

Even if you don’t care to reach the heights that this Instagrammer (@roof_topper) does to snap these shots, his views of Toronto provide a new perspective on Canada’s largest city, giving you the urge to explore… but from street level.

@thedrakehotel

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@thedrakehotel

Quintessentially Toronto, The Drake Hotel (@thedrakehotel) is a boutique design hotel in the Queen West neighbourhood that always captures the city’s hottest crowds, from local artists to celebrities. It’s also an artsy wonder in itself, with unique rooms and a funky rooftop bar.

@goldiehawn_

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@goldiehawn_

Don’t let her Instagram handle fool you! Katie Goldie (@goldiehawn_) is a top Canadian adventure ‘grammer who’s photographs of Alberta and beyond would make even the most citified person love nature. It’s mostly outdoor and nature related, but Katie’s appreciation of composure, lines and reflections also tug at our design hearts.

@yellowillow

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@yellowillow

Yup, there’s a lot of yellow in Anne McIsaac’s (@yellowillow) feed, as the name suggests, but there’s also plenty of whimsy and a sense of happy in every post. Plus, her photos of Newfoundland make us want to travel there, stat.

@explorecanada

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@explorecanada

How could we not include the most obvious of accounts in this roundup? A collection of the most Instagrammable images of our amazing country, @explorecanada will help you map out your Canadian road trip this summer.

@littlebrownfox

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@littlebrownfox

Photographer Megan McLellan (@littlebrownfox) calls Vancouver home, and she’ll give you a serious case of wanderlust with her pics of British Columbia and beyond. Her keen eye for exteriors and sharp lines paired with gorgeous natural settings are a dream for any architecture lover.

@fairmonthotels

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@fairmonthotels

The Instagram account of iconic Canadian hotel brand Fairmont Hotels (@fairmonthotels) might feature images of lodges all over the world, but we’re always keen to see photos of hotels across our country. From the gorgeous facade of the Fairmont Frontenac in Quebec City to the ultra-modern Pacific Rim in Vancouver, this account is a slice of true Canadiana.

@ananya.ray

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@ananya.ray

She may be jetting around the world capturing incredible landscapes, but this Alberta-based Instagrammer’s (@ananya.ray) photos of her home province make us want to pack our bags and drive from lake to lake and mountain to mountain.

@kri_calgary

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@kri_calgary

A road trip across Western Canada will likely take you through Calgary, and the stylish Kingston Riverside Inn (@kri_calgary) is the perfect place to put your feet up. The hotel’s feed will get you in the Canadian spirit thanks to inspiring images of the inn and cowboy country.

@tonoariki

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@tonoariki

Rajeshta Julatum’s (@tonoariki) design eye on Toronto makes the city look like an architectural dream. From golden sunsets reflecting off buildings to colourful murals to vibrant green spaces, each image will have you viewing the city from an entirely new perspective.