Cave and Basin District Travel Guide
Banff
Visit Cave and Basin District
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: Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald Lake & Johnston Canyon
Sunwapta, Athabasca Falls, Peyto, Bow Lake, Icefield Parkway
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Calgary/Canmore/Banff: Columbia Icefield, Peyto, Bow Lake
Guided Tour to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, or Emerald Lake
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Icefields Parkway
Top hotels in Cave and Basin District
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Fox Hotel and Suites
"Good hotel"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
"Nothing to brag about. About 2 miles from the Banff town strip. Definitely not a resort. Thermostat wasn’t responding. Needs some real renovations"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Canmore Inn & Suites
"Pool and hot were under ren"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge
"This looks nothing like the pics in Expedia suggest. The room is spartan and not prepared to the level of cleanliness one would expect of a hotel / lodge. Bed and pillows were uncomfortable. Housekeeping wasn’t evident. Our disposable coffee cups from the previous day, nor the garbage bags were picked ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Otter Hotel
"Loved our experience. The food was amazing, the staff super kind and the rooms were gorgeous! I prefer softer beds, so I didn't sleep as well as I'd like, but everything was super clean and awesome."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in 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.
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tunnel Mountain District
If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.
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.
