Downtown District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Banff featuring street scenes and night scenes
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Banff showing interior views and nightlife as well as a large group of people
Banff
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism

Popular places to visit

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
Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson

Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson

Explore the great outdoors at Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson
Central Park

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.

Central Park

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.

Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

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 riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

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.

Banff Legacy Trail

Activities

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

AU$62
per child
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

AU$118
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$153
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$137
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

AU$104
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour

Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour

AU$161
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown District Hotel Deals

Moose Hotel And Suites

Moose Hotel And Suites

4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$325 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$325
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (2,155 reviews)
"This hotel was in a great location in downtown Banff! We had a great stay here. I have four stars because the tile around the roof pool was falling apart. It looked like they were getting ready to replace it so once that’s complete I would give it a 5!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Moose Hotel And Suites
The Elk & Avenue Hotel

The Elk & Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$207 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$207
per night
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,728 reviews)
Perfectly located hotel
"The view was impressive; and the hotel is clean and very comfortable. The staff was very courteous, helpful and knowledgeable. The location is perfect - close to downtown shops and restaurants. I wish we stayed longer in this hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

The Elk & Avenue Hotel
Brewster Mountain Lodge

Brewster Mountain Lodge

3 out of 5
208 Caribou Street, Banff, AB
The price is AU$191 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$191
per night
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,591 reviews)
"The staff were excellent and the room lovely. We upgraded to a balcony room on the Bear Street side because of ongoing construction on Caribou Street. Once this is finished(soon) I would give hotel 5 or more stars. Much more convenient than other hotels for dining and shopping, and lots of thoughtful ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Brewster Mountain Lodge
Peaks Hotel and Suites

Peaks Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
218 Lynx Street,, P.O. Box 2200,, Banff, AB
The price is AU$226 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$226
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a steam room. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff were so friendly and welcoming. They offered great suggestions for things to do and places to eat. Will definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Peaks Hotel and Suites
Banff Park Lodge

Banff Park Lodge

3 out of 5
201 Lynx Street, Banff, AB
The price is AU$175 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$175
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,732 reviews)
"Nicely renovated rooms. Very spacious. Pleasant staff. Great location."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Banff Park Lodge
Mount Royal Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
138 Banff Avenue, Banff, AB
The price is AU$207 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$207
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"Fantastic location, great staff and super quality."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Mount Royal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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
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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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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 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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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

Downtown District Travel Guide

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