Banff Springs District Travel Guide

Banff

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Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola showing a gondola, landscape views and mountains

Banff Gondola

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

Banff Gondola
Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs

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

Upper Hot Springs
Banff National Park Information Centre

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 National Park Information Centre
Banff Springs Golf Club

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 riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Banff Springs Golf Club
Cave and Basin National Historic Site

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.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Banff featuring a lake or waterhole, wetlands and landscape 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.

Vermilion Lakes

Things to do

Cross through the Spray River

1 Hour Spray River Ride

฿2,598
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Spray River Ride
Food Tour in Banff

Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle

฿4,848
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle
Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours

Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours

฿13,917
per adult
Baff and Yoho National Park Private Day Tours
Banff Nature E-bike Tour

Banff Nature E-bike Tour

฿2,899
per adult
Banff Nature E-bike Tour
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour

Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)

฿27,319
per adult
Rockies Select 2-Day Tour (Banff & Yoho National Park)
Bow Lake

Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 12 guests

฿51,028
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 12 guests
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Top hotels in Banff Springs District

Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ฿13,837 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿13,837
฿16,924 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Best hotel I have ever stayed."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs
Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience

4 out of 5
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ฿20,766 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿20,766
฿24,629 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy a full-service spa, 7 restaurants and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Gold Experience
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ฿8,524 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿8,524
฿9,477 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,495 reviews)
"Very convenient to stay in Banff without being in the fuss of downtown. The view from the room was breathtaking. Thoroughly enjoyed having a condo for the week rather than a motel room."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa

3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is ฿8,524 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿8,524
฿9,477 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,846 reviews)
"This is a well-appointed and well-operated hotel Staff were helpful and efficient. Bus passes and free parking in their downstairs private lot was greatly appreciated."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue, 2000, Banff, AB
The price is ฿12,682 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿12,682
฿14,099 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,682 reviews)
"The property is modern with a rustic vibe. Staff were pleasant and knowledgeable. Overall the hotel was just beautiful. Parking was easy and free. Room was clean with ample space. Location is a short drive away from Banff town. One especially nice part of the hotel was the restaurant next to the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road, Banff, AB
The price is ฿4,106 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿4,106
฿4,565 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,387 reviews)
"Lovely stay"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Banff Springs 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
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
Banff showing night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

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

Downtown 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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Uptown District

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

Uptown District
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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.

Industrial District

Banff Springs District Travel Guide