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
Hot outdoor pools were nice. Sauna was nice in the winter. Good location
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Banff Park Lodge
Nice renovations to the rooms and spa area. I suspect the rest of the hotel will look great. Our room was less than ideal, poor location (room on the mail floor, zero view, very hot - could not cool it down). Guess you get what you pay for. Will try a different hotel next stay.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
Nice boutique hotel with everything you need and outstanding service and attention. The breakfast was just right and the facility is warm and comforting and well taken care of. The location is a very short walk to everything in the area. Easy to find the location and ample parking below. Skiing is ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Lobby and rooms were extremely clean. Convenient and affordable, enclosed parking. Although there were not noteworthy dining options within the property, there were many nice restaurants within walking distance.
Reviewed on 12 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.
