Cave and Basin District Travel Guide
Banff





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Popular places to visit

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.

Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum during your travels in Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Guided Tour to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, or Emerald Lake

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Banff and Calgary

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Top hotels in Cave and Basin District

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
The facility was spotless. The staff were great. Rooms were comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Room was clean and the Hotel was quiet. Pool area was also clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Otter Hotel
Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Very lovely place, kind of a maze to get around but it is fun that way! Comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms, LOVE that there are so many mirrors in the room especially full length ones. My one gripe would be is the hot pools close at 10:30pm.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Kids love this hotel because of the amenities. Great pool with waterslides and play zone area. Free bus transport is awesome too
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge
Room was great have stayed there many times and will continue to do so
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cave and Basin District

Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Central Park and Bow River 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.

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

Banff Springs District
If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Central Park 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.
