Banff Centre District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

Banff Gondola

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Enjoy a stunning 360-degree panorama of Banff and its surrounding mountains as you ride in comfort to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.

Banff Gondola
Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

Upper Hot Springs
Banff National Park Information Centre

Banff National Park Information Centre

4.5/5(14 reviews)

After visiting Banff National Park Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.

Banff National Park Information Centre
Banff Springs Golf Club

Banff Springs Golf Club

3/5(2 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Banff at Banff Springs Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Banff Springs Golf Club
Cave and Basin National Historic Site

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

4/5(8 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave and Basin National Historic Site and enjoy the ski slopes in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Banff showing wetlands, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Vermilion Lakes

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Mountain scenery, wildlife-spotting opportunities, hiking trails and canoeing adventures await you at this series of lakes in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

Vermilion Lakes

Activities

Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

AU$92
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

AU$152
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff Town

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls

AU$108
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

AU$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

AU$168
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

AU$103
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
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Our pick of the best Banff Centre District Hotel Deals

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$153
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,539 reviews)
"I loved how comfortable our condo was. It was so great to have a home base we could really relax in. The kitchen seemed equipped though all we used were the toaster and kettle. The walk in shower in the main bathroom was great for my mother’s mobility issues."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
The price is AU$151 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$151
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,421 reviews)
"Our room was absolutely beautiful! The view, the fire place, beds - amazing! Also heated floors at the entrance is a great bonus in cold snowy days! Also it was my son’s birthday, the stuff prepared lovely sweet treats and a card! He loved it! Restaurant: great food, cozy atmosphere, friendly service! ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$265 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$265
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (925 reviews)
Honeymoon trip
"Mountainview feom top floor impressive, restaurant amazing, staff so friendly. The breakfast was absolutely amazing."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Otter Hotel
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue, 2000, Banff, AB
The price is AU$328 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$328
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,718 reviews)
"Room was really nice. Enjoyed the hot tub, incredible view!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel Canoe and Suites
The Fox Hotel and Suites

The Fox Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
461 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$186 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$186
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,476 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, unique hot pools (although they were warm not hot). Views were obstructed due to the room type I chose, but outside of the hotel they are spectacular as always. Quick walk to downtown. Definitely will be staying there again"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Moose Hotel And Suites

Moose Hotel And Suites

4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$328 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$328
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,169 reviews)
"The bathroom in a 4-star hotel doesn’t even have a ventilation fan， and the facility is closed for renovations, no breakfast either, this price you can find another better place"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Moose Hotel And Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Banff Centre District

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Banff Springs District

If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Banff Springs District
Banff featuring street scenes and night scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Banff Gondola showing mountains, views and a gondola

Sulphur Mountain District

While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.

Sulphur Mountain District
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Cave and Basin District

While visiting Cave and Basin District, you might make a stop by sights like Cave and Basin National Historic Site and Bow River.

Cave and Basin District
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Industrial District

Industrial District might not have many top sights, but Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Industrial District

Banff Centre District Travel Guide

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