Banff Springs District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Upper Hot Springs
Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

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

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 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 lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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.

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.
Things to do

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park

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

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary
Top hotels in Banff Springs District

Fairmont Banff Springs
This was a wonderful hotel to stay at. We stayed in a suite which had amazing views and breakfast included. The VIP staff was incredible and helped us plan our stay a couple weeks in advance. They were also there to help in every way. Overall this hotel is the Best in Banff. (We went to the Chateau ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience
Amazing staff and facilities
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Inpressive
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Nice room, quiet, clean. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Staff were amazing, very welcoming and friendly. The view of the mountains were gorgeous. the rooms were rustic, and the vaulted ceiling on the top floor and the fireplace made you feel like you were in a cabin in the woods. Just a few notes, the walls are thin and you can hear every word in your ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Otter Hotel
Great and very responsive front desk service. Friendly staff and accommodating. Nice family place to stay as well, they had a well respected quiet time and also the amenities were awesome. Not to mention the freshly ground coffee they give you for each morning! Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Banff Springs District

Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.

Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.

Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.





