Things To Do & In Town Transport
🚗 Getting Around Banff
Banff is a small mountain town 🏔️ — it takes just 15–20 minutes to drive from one end to the other. Downtown is very walkable 🚶♀️ and often faster than driving. Parking can be limited on weekends.
Hidden Ridge offers a complimentary shuttle to downtown 🚌. Rimrock and Fairmont Banff Springs also provide hotel shuttles.
There is no Uber or Lyft in Banff. Local taxis 🚕:
Banff Taxi (403-762-4444)
24/7 Taxi (403-760-0000)
Public parking options include the Train Station lot (free, ~10–15 min walk to downtown), Nesters Parkade, and Bear Street Parkade.
🥂 Wedding Day Shuttles — No Cars On Site
We have arranged shuttles to and from the Ranch for your convenience.
To the venue (3–4pm):
1️⃣ Downtown (behind Mount Royal Hotel)
2️⃣ Hidden Ridge Resort
3️⃣ TBD — let us know where you’re staying!
Return shuttles: 8pm–1am
There is no guest parking at Banff Park Ranch. A limited number of accessible spaces are available — please contact Annika if needed 🤍
Lake Louise
Lake Louise, AB, Canada
It is very very touristy and busy, but for a reason!
Peyto Lake Viewpoint
Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0, Canada
One of the most famous viewpoints in the Rockies. A short walk from the parking lot with a big payoff.
Tunnel Mountain Trail
Tunnel Mountain Trail, Banff, AB T1L 1H5, Canada
A short hike or walk with panoramic views over Banff. Perfect if you want something active but not too intense. (45min-1 hour)
Banff Canoe Club
Wolf Street, Banff, AB T1L 1A8, Canada
Rent a canoe and paddle along the Bow River with mountain views — relaxed, scenic, in downtown Banff.
Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada
World class.
🍺 Rundle Bar Patio Drinks
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada
A great stop for cocktails or beers with views — perfect for sunny afternoons or pre-dinner drinks.
Bow Falls Viewpoint
Bow Falls Avenue, Banff, AB T0L 0C0, Canada
short walk from downtown if you're looking for a stroll!
For all the days along the way