Downtown District Travel Guide

Banff
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Popular places to visit

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Banff National Park Information Centre

4.5/5(17 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
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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.

Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson
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Central Park

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Central Park
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Upper Hot Springs

4/5(17 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
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Banff Gondola

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.

Banff Gondola
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Banff Springs Golf Club

4.5/5(3 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

Things to do

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Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour

£114
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour
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Banff: Best of Banff Nature Walk - 2hrs

£52
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Banff: Best of Banff Nature Walk - 2hrs
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Banff National Park & Lake Louise FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR

£640
Per adult
Banff National Park & Lake Louise FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR
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Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park

£233
Per adult
Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park
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Small Group E-Bike Tour the Banff Local Explorer

£58
Per adult
Small Group E-Bike Tour the Banff Local Explorer
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Banff: Local Legends and Landmarks - History Tour 2hrs

£52
Per adult
Banff: Local Legends and Landmarks - History Tour 2hrs
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Top hotels in Downtown District

Mount Royal Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel
3 out of 5
138 Banff Avenue, Banff, AB
The price is £114 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£114
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,464 reviews)
"it was fine"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Mount Royal Hotel
Moose Hotel And Suites
Moose Hotel And Suites
4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is £206 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£206
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,025 reviews)
"Awesome rooftop hot tub!"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Moose Hotel And Suites
Banff Park Lodge
Banff Park Lodge
3 out of 5
201 Lynx Street, Banff, AB
The price is £129 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£129
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,797 reviews)
"location and setting"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Banff Park Lodge
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
3 out of 5
337 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is £135 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£135
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,791 reviews)
"Room was very nice, clean. Staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Banff Ptarmigan Inn
The Elk & Avenue Hotel
The Elk & Avenue Hotel
3 out of 5
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £124 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£124
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna and on-site parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,547 reviews)
"Neat and clean.. and accessible to all"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

The Elk & Avenue Hotel
Brewster Mountain Lodge
Brewster Mountain Lodge
3 out of 5
208 Caribou Street, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £136 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£136
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with amazing front desk staff! I loved sitting on my balcony and sipping coffee while looking at the mountains and the soaker tub in my room was fantastic. The bed was very comfortable, and the complimentary breakfast was delicious. Thank you for a lovely mini-vacation."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Brewster Mountain Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District

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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Banff Legacy Trail 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
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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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Banff Springs District

If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Bow Falls 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
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Industrial District

Industrial District might not have many top sights, but Tunnel Mountain and Banff Springs Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Industrial District

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