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

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 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$365 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$365
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (2,191 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Moose Hotel And Suites
Brewster Mountain Lodge

Brewster Mountain Lodge

3 out of 5
208 Caribou Street, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$183
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,610 reviews)
"Clea.n & spacious room. Staff were friendly & helpful. Close to all restaurants & shops"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Brewster Mountain Lodge
The Elk & Avenue Hotel

The Elk & Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$206 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$206
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,750 reviews)
"Nice basic hotel. Per friendly, clean, comfy bed. Pretty basic rooms for the price. Great little restaurant"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Elk & Avenue Hotel
Banff Park Lodge

Banff Park Lodge

3 out of 5
201 Lynx Street, Banff, AB
The price is AU$170 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$170
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,774 reviews)
Would stay here again!
"The rooms are really nice, looks like it was renovated recently. It was very comfortable for our stay! The location was perfect if you like to be near the main road with all the shops, short walking distance to Starbucks :)"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Banff Park Lodge
Peaks Hotel & Suites

Peaks Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
218 Lynx Street,, P.O. Box 2200,, Banff, AB
The price is AU$243 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$243
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,025 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. Will come agaib"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Peaks Hotel & Suites
Mount Royal Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
138 Banff Avenue, Banff, AB
The price is AU$206 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$206
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,321 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 18 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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