Banff Springs District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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

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

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

NZ$173
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

NZ$134
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Banff Town

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls

NZ$155
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff

Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff

NZ$147
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

NZ$107
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary

Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary

NZ$14
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary
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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$911 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$911
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Best hotel I have ever stayed."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 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$1,326 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$1,326
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (62 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$275 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$275
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,495 reviews)
"Very convenient to stay in Banff without being in the fuss of downtown. The view from the room was breathtaking. Thoroughly enjoyed having a condo for the week rather than a motel room."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
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$282 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$282
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (2,846 reviews)
"This is a well-appointed and well-operated hotel Staff were helpful and efficient. Bus passes and free parking in their downstairs private lot was greatly appreciated."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue, 2000, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$387 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$387
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,682 reviews)
"The property is modern with a rustic vibe. Staff were pleasant and knowledgeable. Overall the hotel was just beautiful. Parking was easy and free. Room was clean with ample space. Location is a short drive away from Banff town. One especially nice part of the hotel was the restaurant next to the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$216 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$216
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,391 reviews)
"I wasn’t aware that I would have to carry my luggage up stairs to my room."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Banff Springs 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
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
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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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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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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

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