Downtown District Travel Guide
Banff
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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.
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 riverfront 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.
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 Gondola
Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.
Upper Hot Springs
Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Small Group Half Day Tour
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Downtown District
Banff Park Lodge
Free shuttle to Sunshine Village, we would rent from hotel shop next time rather than on mountain to save line up time to Gondola but was unaware of the shop at hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Moose Hotel And Suites
Everything was great !
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
I requested an upgraded balcony room, which was far from an upgrade (paid extra for as well), paid for guaranteed parking (spaces so small and very limited parking barely able to utilize). There was construction all down the street so the main entry to the hotel was not accessible by vehicle, which ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Clean, modern rooms and very central. We did book this property because it has a gym but unfortunately it was quite lackluster.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Elk + Avenue Hotel
Clean room but old and need a renovation. No swimming pool. Staff were pleasant and quick.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
The hotel was overall a good stay — clean room, comfortable bed, and a convenient location. However, my room was directly facing the elevators, which made it quite noisy. Every time the elevator opened, there was noise, and late at night (around 2:30 AM), people were talking loudly in the hallway. ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District
Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.
