Banff Springs District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

Banff Gondola

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

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

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

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

Banff Springs Golf Club
Cave and Basin National Historic Site

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

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

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

Banff Nature E-bike Tour

Banff Nature E-bike Tour

AU$156
per adult
Banff Nature E-bike Tour
Cross through the Spray River

1 Hour Spray River Ride

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Spray River Ride
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour

Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)

AU$1,316
per adult
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)
4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

AU$360
per adult
4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride
Bow Lake

Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 12 guests

AU$2,459
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 12 guests
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

AU$96
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Banff Springs District Hotel Deals

Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$1,720 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$1,720
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"James at the front desk was amazing! He helped us secure an extra room when we needed one at the last minute. Thank you James!!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$2,464 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$2,464
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy a full-service spa, 7 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"World class service Worth the upgrade to Gold. Cannot say enough about the welcome team and their relationship building. We weren’t there for long but easily felt like part of the family"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience
Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$870 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$870
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Upper Hot Springs ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (599 reviews)
"This is a wonderful property, comfortable, great view and easy walk (or bus that ran each 15 minutes) and received a well earned 5 stars. Only let down was the restaurant food, so we chose to eat adjacent to our hotel. A superior hotel."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Otter Hotel
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is AU$613 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$613
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,747 reviews)
"Excellent service, free perks for Expedia members, and the free transit pass was a pleasant surprise. The Keg restaurant is right in the lobby, nice hot pools and spa. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Canmore Inn & Suites

Canmore Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1402 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,148 reviews)
"Good family friendly affordable option."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Canmore Inn & 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$635 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$635
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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! (2,383 reviews)
"The staff are always amazing at The Fox; rooms are big and very clean, and the hot tubs are amazing!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

The Fox Hotel and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Banff Springs District

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Banff Centre District

While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.

Banff Centre 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
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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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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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
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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 Springs District Travel Guide

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