Jacqueline & Jon
Things to do
Lake Louise
Definitely worth a visit, photos don’t do the water colour justice! Rent a canoe, stop at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for a drink or hike to Lake Agnes Tea House.
Banff Restaurants
Best patios: - Waldhaus Pub - $$ looks back at Tunnel Mountain, casual fare - Chuck’s Steakhouse - $$$ rooftop patio located downtown, better for dinner - The Lookout Patio @ Fairmont Banff Springs - $$ amazing views of the valley, great for lunch - Sky Bistro - $$$ located at the top of the Sulphur Mountain Gondola, lift ticket required, amazing dinner experience - Elk & Oarsman - $$ sportsbar downtown with a rooftop - Juniper Hotel Bistro - $$ good for breakfast, amazing views of the valley Best Pizza: Una Best Italian: Lupo Best Mexican: Anejo New Steakhouse: Bluebird Dive/ taco bar: Magpie Stump rooftop Late night: Hello Sunshine for karaoke High Rollers for upscale bowling The Dancing Sasquatch
Mount Norquay Sightseeing Chairlift
The sightseeing gondola offers amazing views of Banff. Guests can mention they are attending the Buckley wedding at the North American Lodge ticket desk to receive 50% off the gondola ticket price. Stop at the Cliffhouse Bistro ($$) located at the peak for a drink or light bites. The Banff Gondola is another option which offers a sightseeing boardwalk and an amazing restaurant at the peak with panoramic views ($$$).
Johnston Canyon
Easy hike through a canyon to waterfalls
Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course
There will be tee times reserved for Saturday afternoon for those interested in playing 9 holes with the newlyweds on the Tunnel 9 course. The Fairmont Banff Springs also has an 18 hole golf course with incredible views.
Banff Canoe Club
Located downtown Banff, canoe, kayak or SUP on the Bow River. On a warm summer day this is an amazing way to experience the mountains at your own leisure.
Canmore
Canmore is a less-touristy mountain town located on the way from Calgary to Banff (about 20 minutes outside of Banff). Check out the restaurants and shopping downtown, take a scenic drive up the mountain to Spray Lakes or golf at Silvertip Golf Course or Stewart Creek.