Downtown District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 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 riverfront or seek out the 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 Legacy Trail
Enjoy a trip to Banff Legacy Trail and popular activities such as skiing in Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Canada House Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Canada House Gallery during your travels in Banff. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

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

Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown District Hotel Deals

Moose Hotel And Suites
Great hotel in the
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Banff Park Lodge
The location is fabulous walking distance to fabulous restaurants and shopping within a block. The bus for Lake Louise and Moore stopped across the street that the hotel is modern in an excellent condition. The only fault we found was the sauna was not working the whole week we were there. The hot ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Brewster Mountain Lodge
Loved some of the small details, such as s’mores in the lobby! Totally impressed with the breakfast that is included. A little bit different every day and very friendly staff. Really enjoyed it and would highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Peaks Hotel & Suites
Very convenient location for everything, staffs were friendly, good size of room. Will use this hotel again!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Mount Royal Hotel
Great stay in downtown Banff! Always a pleasure to visit.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Banff Ptarmigan Inn
Excellent location! Steps to downtown Banff, grocery store, shops, restaurants and ski resort bus pickup is out the front door. For an old hotel, they have done a great job updating the rooms - price is reasonable. Only thing missing is a good restaurant (current one sits below the lobby and is like ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District

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

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

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.

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.

Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Banff Cascades of Time Gardens and Upper Hot Springs.


