Downtown District Travel Guide

Banff

Banff showing night scenes and street scenes
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Banff featuring nightlife and interior views as well as a large group of people
Banff
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism

Popular places to visit

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
Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson

Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson

Explore the great outdoors at Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson
Central Park

Central Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Central Park, a lovely green space in Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

Central 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 Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies during your trip to Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

Banff Legacy Trail

Enjoy a trip to Banff Legacy Trail and popular activities such as skiing in Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Banff Legacy Trail

Things to do

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

฿2,021
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs

Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Cave and Basin

฿2,948
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Cave and Basin
Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour

Banff National Park Sunset and Stars Walking Tour

฿2,111
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Banff National Park Sunset and Stars Walking Tour
Banff: Lake Minnewanka Cruise

Banff: Lake Minnewanka Cruise

฿1,802
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Banff: Lake Minnewanka Cruise
Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff

Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff

฿2,760
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake from Banff
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

฿1,561
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown District

Moose Hotel And Suites

Moose Hotel And Suites

4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿19,229 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿19,229
฿21,378 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,125 reviews)
"They should have complimentary coffee Lots of daily visitors who need to catch early buses"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Moose Hotel And Suites
The Elk & Avenue Hotel

The Elk & Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ฿4,819 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿4,819
฿5,404 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,716 reviews)
"Nice and friendly staff, parking underneath was a bonus. Restaurant at Farm and Fire had a great breakfast. bathroom counter was small and limited on power outlets were our only concerns."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Elk & Avenue Hotel
Peaks Hotel and Suites

Peaks Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
218 Lynx Street,, P.O. Box 2200,, Banff, AB
The price is ฿6,904 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿6,904
฿7,676 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a steam room. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Here’s a polished, professional-style review with clear pros and cons based on your experience: ⸻ Hotel Review Pros: • Great Location: Convenient access with easy parking. • Clean & Modern: Hotel was very clean and felt updated. • Friendly Staff (Mostly): The majority of staff were welcoming and ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Peaks Hotel and Suites
Brewster Mountain Lodge

Brewster Mountain Lodge

3 out of 5
208 Caribou Street, Banff, AB
The price is ฿4,311 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿4,311
฿4,794 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,570 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, property was clean, older hotel but upkeep is well. Very very convenient location to restaurants and shopping. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Brewster Mountain Lodge
Banff Park Lodge

Banff Park Lodge

3 out of 5
201 Lynx Street, Banff, AB
The price is ฿7,365 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
฿7,365
฿8,189 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,717 reviews)
"Great, central location. Indoor parking. Awesome lounge! Friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Banff Park Lodge
Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

3 out of 5
337 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is ฿11,505 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿11,505
฿12,791 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,779 reviews)
"Location was excellent and room was very nice"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Banff Ptarmigan Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown 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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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
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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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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.

Banff Springs 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
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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

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