Things To Do
Banff National Park
Top sites: - Vermillion Lakes: Watch the sunrise/Mount Rundle reflection on the lake - Lake Louise (you must take the Roam OR private shuttle): Walk the Lakeshore Trail or rent a canoe - Moraine Lake (you must take the Parks Canada shuttle OR private shuttle): Hike the Rockpile Trial for a view of the valley and Ten Peaks - Upper Hot Springs (see below) More info on shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/les10-top10/louise
Banff Gondola
Take a scenic gondola ride up the mountain for some views or for an amazing meal at Sky Bistro or Northern Lights- reservations recommended. Open Daily: 9 AM – 9 PM, with last ride up at 7:30 PM *12 minutes from downtown Banff*- this is the group event on Thursday evening!
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Open Daily- 10 a.m. to 10 p.m, with last entry at 9:30 p.m. *10 minutes from downtown Banff* We recommend taking the Roam shuttle (Route 1)
Lake Minnewanka Cruise
The Lake Minnewanka Cruise is a 1-hour scenic boat ride and is about a 20-minute drive from downtown Banff. You can take the Roam Route 6 shuttle, which is free with a same-day pre-purchased cruise ticket.
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon is one of Banff’s most popular and accessible hikes, with a beautiful trail that winds through the canyon and past several waterfalls. You can hike to the Lower Falls for a shorter option or continue on to the Upper Falls if you want a longer walk. You will take the Bow Valley Parkway, which is ideal for wildlife spotting!
Fairmont Banff Springs
Stay, eat, have a drink at the bar, or just visit this castle-like hotel for amazing views. *6 minutes from downtown Banff*
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding in Bow Valley! Make a night of it and book a horseback ride and a cowboy cookout. *6 minutes from downtown Banff*
Hello Sunshine Sushi & Karaoke
Happy hour 4:30-5:30pm! 🙂
Banff Pride!
Yes it’s Banff’s pride week! Check the website for details!
Athabasca Glacier
Hike a glacier! This is 2 hrs from Banff.
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Thermal and mineral features that made Banff a national park!