Tunnel Mountain District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Arlene Cheng
Photo by Arlene Cheng
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Photo by Ewa MK
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Photo by Chelle Clark
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Photo by Sara W

Popular places to visit

Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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 Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

Banff Gondola

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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

Banff Gondola
Banff National Park Information Centre

Banff National Park Information Centre

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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

3/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(8 reviews)

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

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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

A family having fun at Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake & Louise - Morning or Sunset Tour from Banff/Canmore

NZ$185
per adult
Moraine Lake & Louise - Morning or Sunset Tour from Banff/Canmore
Moraine Lake-shuttle/tour from Canmore and Banff

Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee

NZ$214
per adult
Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee
Athabasca - Experience the Moraine, Louise & Peyto Lakes

Athabasca - Experience the Moraine, Louise & Peyto Lakes (3-Days)

NZ$1,009
per adult
Athabasca - Experience the Moraine, Louise & Peyto Lakes (3-Days)
Wapiti - Uncover the Beauty of Western Canada

Wapiti - Uncover the Beauty of Western Canada (7-days)

NZ$2,571
per adult
Wapiti - Uncover the Beauty of Western Canada (7-days)
Tunnel Mountain Trail: a Smartphone Audio Nature Tour

Tunnel Mountain Trail: a Smartphone Audio Nature Tour

NZ$13
per adult
Tunnel Mountain Trail: a Smartphone Audio Nature Tour
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

NZ$98
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Tunnel Mountain District Hotel Deals

Hidden Ridge Resort
Hidden Ridge Resort
3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$899 per night from 26 June to 27 June
NZ$899
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,448 reviews)
"Highly recommended 👌"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Tunnel Mountain Resort
Tunnel Mountain Resort
3.5 out of 5
502 Tunnel Mountain Road, Box 1137, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$812 per night from 26 June to 27 June
NZ$812
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly lodge in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,806 reviews)
"The location of the property is beautiful- very close to a scenic overlook you can easily drive walk or bike to. Close to hiking as well. Easy 15 min walk (downhill) into Banff- be aware the wLk back would be a steep uphill and take prob twice as long but the hotel provides free public bus passes ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Tunnel Mountain Resort
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$534 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$534
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,516 reviews)
"Staff was nice; nice view of the mountains; clean; quiet."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
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! (1,268 reviews)
"The lodge was nice , with clean and comfortable rooms There were many nice places to see within walking distance. The staff was friendly. I would consider staying there again."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

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Buffalo Mountain Lodge
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel
2 out of 5
801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$423 per night from 27 June to 28 June
NZ$423
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (483 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the hostel is nice !"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is NZ$742 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$742
3 July - 4 July
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! (2,306 reviews)
"One of the most beautiful, friendly, amazing and nice places in banff totally recommend 👌"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Tunnel Mountain 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
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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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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 showing night scenes and street 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 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
Banff Gondola which includes views, landscape views and mountains

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

Tunnel Mountain District Travel Guide

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