Uptown District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by DL Herrera
Photo by DL Herrera
Photo by Jillian Tester
Photo by Jillian Tester
Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Linda Nisbett

Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

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.

Banff Gondola
Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs

Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

Upper Hot Springs
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
Banff Springs Golf Club

Banff Springs Golf Club

Play a round of golf in Banff at Banff Springs Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Banff Springs Golf Club
Cave and Basin National Historic Site

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave and Basin National Historic Site and enjoy the ski slopes in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Banff showing wetlands, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Vermilion Lakes

Mountain scenery, wildlife-spotting opportunities, hiking trails and canoeing adventures await you at this series of lakes in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

Vermilion Lakes

Activities

From Calgary: Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Trip

Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake

AU$134
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

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

AU$156
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Calgary: Banff Gondola/Upper Hot Springs, Johnston Canyon

Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

AU$101
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Banff Town

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls

AU$140
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs

Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs
Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise Moraine Emerald Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

AU$140
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Emerald Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
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Our pick of the best Uptown District Hotel Deals

Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$938 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$938
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Upper Hot Springs ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (589 reviews)
"nice place to stay calm"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Otter Hotel
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is AU$611 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$611
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,739 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Room is spacious and the Keg at the hotel has very nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
The Fox Hotel and Suites

The Fox Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
461 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is AU$633 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$633
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,394 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue, 2000, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$1,024 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$1,024
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,556 reviews)
"Love this hotel! It is on the edge of Banff so away from the large crowds but still totally walkable to the heart of the action (~ 2 km) or you can take free public transit. Lovely rooms- generous in size and the hot pools are SO welcome after a day of hiking. Would def return! ❤️"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Rundlestone Lodge

Rundlestone Lodge

3 out of 5
537 Banff Avenue - Box 489, Banff, AB
The price is AU$555 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$555
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,789 reviews)
Good location
"The location is good. Check in and out is quick and the receptionist was helpful to provide information about transportation in the area"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Rundlestone Lodge
Canalta Lodge

Canalta Lodge

3.5 out of 5
545 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,238 reviews)
"We just spent 3 nights here and loved it. The hot tubs and cold plunge were put to use daily and my teenagers made good use of the huge and delicious breakfast each morning! Parking was the only tricky aspect since we opted for the free parking on the street. In the end we always found a spot but ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Uptown 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
Banff featuring street scenes and night scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown 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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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
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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
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

Uptown District Travel Guide

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