Downtown District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau is just one of the places to see in Banff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
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.
Central Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Central Park, a lovely green space in Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies during your trip to Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Upper Hot Springs
Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.
Activities
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 Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Icefields Parkway
Our pick of the best Downtown District Hotel Deals
Banff Park Lodge
"Relaxing place in a perfect location"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Moose Hotel And Suites
"Ideally, located very clean and specious room, friendly, and very cooperative staff with services next to none"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
"Loved the feel, cleanliness, and decor of this hotel. Location was excellent. Central to everything including transit. Staff was so friendly and inviting."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Elk + Avenue Hotel
"Walking distance to downtown is great."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
"I really liked the set up in the split room. It worked well for us. Everything was clean and well maintained."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Mount Royal Hotel
"It was so very conveniently located to shop and take in the sights. Great parking for the site!"
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown District
- Uptown District
- Tunnel Mountain District
- Banff Centre District
- Banff Springs District
- Industrial District
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tunnel Mountain District
If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff International Research Station.
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.
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.
