Banff Springs District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by tom owens
Photo by tom owens
Photo by Twyla Dawn
Photo by Twyla Dawn
Photo by Leo Li
Photo by Leo Li
Photo by Leo Li
Photo by Leo Li
Photo by Leo Li
Photo by Leo Li

Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

Banff Gondola

Picturesque views over bright snow-covered mountaintops make this ascent to the summit of Sulphur Mountain a top trip.

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

Food Tour in Banff

Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle

NZ$252
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle
Banff Nature E-bike Tour

Banff Nature E-bike Tour

NZ$170
per adult
Banff Nature E-bike Tour
Cross through the Spray River

1 Hour Spray River Ride

NZ$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Spray River Ride
Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours

Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours

NZ$728
per adult
Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours
4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

NZ$391
per adult
4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour

Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)

NZ$1,428
per adult
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)
See all activities in Banff

Our pick of the best Banff Springs District Hotel Deals

Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$1,883 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$1,883
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Perfect location. Perfect services."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$2,592 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$2,592
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy a full-service spa, 7 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"World class service Worth the upgrade to Gold. Cannot say enough about the welcome team and their relationship building. We weren’t there for long but easily felt like part of the family"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience
Canmore Inn & Suites

Canmore Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1402 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,115 reviews)
"It is okay for a hotel near Banff. But near Banff is all it got, don’t expect more."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Get rates
Canmore Inn & Suites
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 NZ$704 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$704
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,751 reviews)
"Nice place. Great to have the keg inside."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$1,037 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$1,037
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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! (646 reviews)
"This is a very new hotel and I think it opened in September 2024. Thus the hotel is at the end of Banff. The restaurant is very good for breakfast and dinner. The staff members are very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Otter Hotel
The Fox Hotel and Suites

The Fox Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
461 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$695 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$695
25 Aug - 26 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! (2,401 reviews)
"."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Fox Hotel and Suites
See all 1,608 properties in Banff Springs District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Banff Springs District

Default Image

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
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
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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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 Springs District Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: