Downtown District Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
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.
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 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 Park Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Banff Park Museum in Banff. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
Our pick of the best Downtown District Hotel Deals
Moose Hotel And Suites
Only 1 outdoor hot tub was working so it was very crowded.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Elk & Avenue Hotel
Best
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Brewster Mountain Lodge
The ro
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Lovely hotel
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Banff Park Lodge
Room is very clean and the staff is very accomodating. Will be back! :)
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Mount Royal Hotel
Without a doubt, the best hotel I have stayed at. The client service, amenities, location, and the incredible view! This place is certainly going to be my go to every time I visit.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.
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.
Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.
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.
