The 15 Best Winter Wonderlands & Ice Rinks

Niagara Falls Winter Wonderland Small Group Tour - Cave of the Winds puts you below the falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $96Our pick

You’ll spend 3 to 4 hours exploring the American side of Niagara Falls with a guide such as Dayna, Nancy, or Tim. Expect five stops, winter views, the Cave of the Winds, an observation tower, pickup, and a maximum group size of 16.

“Great winter viewing. Looks like art. Tour guide, Kevin, was very good. Didn’t care for the attitude of the Staff at the Bakery where we stopped to grab lunch - arrogant women.”

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Grand Teton and National Elk Refuge Winter Wonderland Full Day Adventure

2.Grand Teton and National Elk Refuge Winter Wonderland Full Day Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 314 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $219

Spend about eight hours exploring Grand Teton and the National Elk Refuge with a small group and a naturalist guide such as Kevin, Kyle, or Mark. Look for moose, bison, wolves, eagles, and elk, then ride a horse-drawn sleigh and stop for lunch in Jackson.

“Incredible, extremely informative tour! The BrushBuck Tour Guide, Hailey, was so knowledgeable and able to find us lots of great wildlife sightings. The National Elk Refuge was also amazing, and the sleigh operator fantastic. A highlight of our trip!”

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Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Wonderland Bus Tour

3.Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Wonderland Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $54

Ride from Midtown Manhattan through waterfront sights, Lower Manhattan, and Brooklyn to Dyker Heights, where you spend about an hour walking among extravagant Christmas displays. Guides such as Sebastian, Steve, and Millie add city history, while a short DUMBO stop brings excellent Brooklyn Bridge views.

“Sebastian was a terrific tour guide around the Dyker Heights neighborhood. My husband and I did this tour to try something different for Christmas in NYC and were so glad we did. It was a lovely evening and the houses were spectacular.”

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Winter Wonderland Adventure Tour | Sledding (Wildside 4x4 Tours) - Old Man Mountain and the first mountain stories

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Winter Wonderland Adventure Tour | Sledding (Wildside 4×4 Tours)

4.Winter Wonderland Adventure Tour | Sledding (Wildside 4×4 Tours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $124

Ride through Rocky Mountain National Park in a winter-ready 4x4 with guides such as Joe, CE, Royce, and Wesley. Stop at Horseshoe Falls, Old Man Mountain, Hidden Valley, and Sprague Lake for wildlife, photos, sledding, crampon walks, snacks, and hot cocoa.

“great time with our tour guide, Wes. great views, great recomendations, and alot of great information throughout the tour.”

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Niagara Falls NY small group Winter Wonderland Tour

5.Niagara Falls NY small group Winter Wonderland Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

See Niagara Falls in its quieter winter season with guides such as Cherie, Angela, Peter, or Ricky. This two-hour New York tour includes pickup, the Observation Tower, Three Sisters Island, Goat Island, and Cave of the Winds, with close views, winter ice, and local stories.

“Our tourist was Kelly. She was very knowledgeable and you can tell she's done a ton of research on the area. Anytime you had a question she was able to answer it. The sights we got to see were breathtaking and beautiful. I would recommend going during winter season because you can get more of a private tour.”

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Helsinki: Winter Wonderland Liesjärvi National Park Hike

6.Winter Wonderland Liesjärvi National Park Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Travel from Helsinki to Liesjärvi National Park for an easy 4.5 to 5 km winter hike with a guide such as Jeff, Mari, or Alex. Expect wildlife clues, snowy pine forest, a campfire lunch in a wilderness hut, and warm boots or spikes if needed.

“Jeff was absolutely fantastic very knowledgeable and a good cook. Definitely do this tour.”

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Branson’s Christmas Wonderland

7.Branson’s Christmas Wonderland

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend about two hours at King's Castle Theatre for a festive Branson stage show packed with Christmas songs, dancers, costumes, scenery, Santa, sacred selections, and seasonal favorites. Tickets cost $55.29, with seats selected at booking and a DVD available for purchase.

“We showed up and the show never went on. Never notified by anyone that it was canceled. Now trying to dispute getting our money back. Was very disappointed. 1”

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Christmas at Warwick Castle – Light Trail & Ice Skating Packages

8.Christmas at Warwick Castle – Light Trail & Ice Skating Packages

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 95 reviews · from $32Best value

Explore Warwick Castle after dark on a Christmas trail with Nutcracker-style lights, glowing trees, lake displays, castle projections, a festive market, Santa’s library story, and an open-air ice rink. Choose carefully between light trail and skating packages, since weather and crowd levels can affect the evening.

“We visited Warwick Castle and booked the light trail for late December/New Year. We have visited quite a few times before, and we normally have a nice time. It’s definitely worth booking if in the area.”

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Banff, Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon – Winter Wonderland Tour

9.Banff, Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon – Winter Wonderland Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $180

Spend eight hours with a local Radventures guide visiting Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and Banff National Park. Walk frozen trails with crampons, enjoy free time at Lake Louise, and watch for surprise stops. Guides such as Rae, Simon, and Michael are known for strong local insight and helpful photos.

“Great winter tour! Ginni was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Had a great time!!”

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Guided Winter Wonderland Tour to Canada

10.Guided Winter Wonderland Tour to Canada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Ride from Skagway across the White Pass into British Columbia and the Yukon, stopping at waterfalls, lakes, snowy viewpoints, and the Alaska sign. Guides such as Noah, Will, Mike, Mariah, and Brett add local stories, humor, and help with group photos. Passports are required.

“It was a beautiful experience and Brett is very knowledgeable! He’s got a good sense of humor, I’d recommend this tour to anyone going to Skagway.”

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Winter Wonderland Hike in a National Park

11.Winter Wonderland Hike in a National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $187

Leave central Helsinki with a guide such as Jeff, Mari, Alex, or Helena for an easy 4.5 to 5 kilometer walk in Liesjärvi National Park. Expect winter forest, wildlife notes, a heated wilderness hut, and a Finnish lunch with hot drinks and dessert. Winter boots and warm accessories are provided.

“Be patient. Depending on the time of year, the beauty and wonder will unfold differently for you. Our guide, Mari, was a gem. The random group drawn together that day- gracious. I can't believe my good fortune with the company I had along with weather that was absolutely breathtaking, not merely from the cold. This is not a fast-tourism experience. Being in nature is what you make of it. Come with curiosity and wonder. In this winter excursion, the snowy trail along with the bright and crisp air made us move slower, gave us time to be present and observe the gifts of the season. Do take this adventure, leave…”

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Oslo: Winter Wonderland Forest Hike and Campfire with a Dog

12.Winter Wonderland Forest Hike and Campfire with a Dog

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2h 30m · from $146

Join local guide Ingunn and her friendly dog Nero for a 150-minute forest hike near Oslo. Ride 20 minutes by train to Kolbotn, walk through snowy woods to a viewpoint and lake, then warm up with a campfire, hot drink, and Norwegian snack in a group of no more than 10.

“It was great to experience the Norwegian countryside being guided by Ingunn who has such a passion for the outdoors and active life. Nero the dog is a great companion and lots of fun which adds another dimension to the hike.”

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Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland – Oslo

13.Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland – Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Meet near Oslo Central Station at 9:55 am and ride the scenic Frognerseteren metro into Oslomarka. Your English-speaking guide provides snowshoes, poles, and beginner-friendly instruction, then leads a small group through snowy forest trails before returning by public transport.

“Our tour guide Miles was amazing! Super personable and very knowledgeable about the tour as well as gave recommendations for Oslo. The views from the tour were amazing and was a great experience. Highly recommend!”

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Niagara Falls USA Winter Wonderland State Park Tour with Pickup

14.Niagara Falls USA Winter Wonderland State Park Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Spend about 4.5 hours touring Niagara Falls State Park with private transportation and hotel pickup. Guide Peter Green leads you to Cave of the Winds, Three Sisters Island, the Observation Deck, and several viewpoints, with winter access, history, and practical help along the way.

“Our tour guide Peter was top notch!!! He is very knowledgeable, and has amazing dad jokes!! The falls are absolutely beautiful!!! My husband and I visited in late March it was very cold, but definitely worth it!!! Another family on our tour had an 11 yr old daughter and Peter made it special for her too! We highly recommend this tour!!”

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Snowshoe Through Vancouver’s Winter Wonderland

15.Snowshoe Through Vancouver’s Winter Wonderland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $105

Meet Paul or Arman downtown at 9 a.m. for a five-hour mountain outing with transport, snowshoes, winter trails, forest views, and hot cocoa. The pace suits beginners, and guides may adapt the route when snow conditions change.

“What an amazing day! Surpassed our expectations. We went with our two boys (8 and 10) and they loved every minute. We had great conditions!! So much snow! As the conditions were great and the group was keen, we went off the beaten track - a true adventure! Not at any point did we feel unsafe in Paul’s very knowledgeable company! Our sons are used to hiking but I think most active 8-10year olds would love this experience!! 100pc recommend!”

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