Unfortunately, several parks and classic attractions were among the biggest letdowns, with one Ontario theme park taking the cake as the most disappointing attraction in Canada.
Language learning platform Preply analyzed 131 tourist attractions across over 30 Canadian cities and towns, each with at least 1,000 reviews on Tripadvisor.
To compile the ranking, Preply looked at the ratio between four and five-star reviews and one, two, and three-star reviews. Reviews of one, two, and three stars were classified as a "disappointing" experience, while reviews of four to five stars were classified as "positive" experiences.
The title of most disappointing attraction in Canada went to Marineland in Ontario.
Located in Niagara Falls, Marineland is an amusement-park-meets-aquarium/zoo, with roller coasters and aquatic displays.
The park is home to marine life including whales, penguins and land animals including black bears, bison, elk, and deer.
The park has received mixed reviews from visitors, according to Preply, with some calling it "outdated" and "sad." Other reviewers on Tripadvisor called the park "overpriced" and "expensive for what it is," with many suggesting visiting a different attraction.
Marineland in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Helgidinson | Dreamstime
Following Marineland, La Ronde in Montreal was found to be the second most disappointing tourist attraction in Canada.
The amusement park, which is the largest in Quebec and the second largest in the country, "has its share of fans," according to the report, but has quite a few reviews highlighting a poor experience.
On Tripadvisor, recent reviews mention high prices for "low value," large crowds and long wait times, and "old" or closed rides.
Rounding out the top three, Victoria, B.C.'s Chinatown was named the third most disappointing attraction in the country.
"The area is a relatively small cultural hub, and previous visitors suggest checking out other areas of Victoria for a more memorable experience," says Preply.
Chinatown in Victoria, B.C.Kaedeenari | Dreamstime
Most disappointing tourist attractions in Canada
Here are the top 10 most disappointing tourist attractions in Canada, according to visitors:
- Marineland, Niagara Falls, Ontario
- La Ronde, Montreal, Quebec
- Chinatown, Victoria, B.C.
- Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, Jasper National Park, Alberta
- Olympic Park, Montreal, Quebec
- Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver, B.C.
- Ontario Science Centre, Toronto, Ontario
- Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan, Ontario
- Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Banff, Alberta
- Montreal Biodome, Montreal, Quebec
