Things To Do
Banff Gondola
Soar to Sulphur Mountain’s summit and take in sweeping views of six mountain ranges, the Bow Valley and the charming town of Banff.
Banff Avenue
The offerings of the shops that line Banff Avenue range from the gear you may need for tomorrow’s hike to gifts that symbolize the spirit of the Rockies. Stroll in and out of open doorways and gather a collection of keepsakes representing what the mountains mean to you.
Lake Louise
Visit the iconic turquoise wasters of Lake Louise, home to stunning mountains draped in hanging glaciers. Use the Parks Canada shuttle or ROAM transit to get there or risk being one of the thousands of cars turned around daily. Once you're there, stroll around the shore, explore the Chateau Lake Louise, or take a hike to the Lake Agnes Tea Hut, Plains of Six Glaciers, or one of the many other objectives in the area.
Moraine Lake
Visit Moraine Lake a beautiful turquoise lake crowned by ten peaks and several glaciers. Access is limited to shuttles from June to early October. Make sure to hike the rockpile, get there early and do a bigger hike like Sentinel Pass.
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Relax in the Banff Upper Hot Springs, a natural hot spring pool with stunning mountain views. Take the #1 bus to get there. Rent an old-timey bathing suit for great photo ops.
Cascade of Time Garden
Cascade Gardens in Banff (free), lovely gardens right at the end of Banff Avenue
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Cave and Basin has been a special place for Indigenous Peoples for over ten thousand years and continues to be so to this day. Visitors can enjoy interactive exhibits, short films, seasonal activities, and stunning views of the Rocky Mountains.
Banff Park Museum National Historic Site
Banff Park Museum: they don't make 'em like this anymore, a museum of a museum, full of wildlife., located on Banff Ave before the Bow River Bridge.