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.
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.
Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre
Enjoy a trip to Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and popular activities such as skiing in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
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 lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Things to do
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
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
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Top hotels in Cave and Basin District
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
The whole hotel was clean and comfortable, we especially enjoyed the hot tub area with showers and locker rooms located in the gym area.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Great customer service & the location was next to everything on Banff Ave.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Fox Hotel and Suites
Hotel was amazing
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Otter Hotel
This hotel is gorgeous! Rooms are nice and spacious, very clean.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Canoe and Suites
Staff were courteous and welcoming. The grounds were gorgeous and spotless. Our room was spacious and the views spectacular. Loved the hot pools. The in room coffee experience was lovely, as was the cafe downstairs in the lobby. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
Friendly front staff :)
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cave and Basin District
Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail 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, Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
