What to do in Canadian Rockies

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Moraine Lake which includes a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains

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Banff National Park showing landscape views, snow and mountains

Maligne Canyon which includes landscape views, snow and a waterfall

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1. Jasper National Park

The town of Jasper lies in the heart of Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. Many visitors to the Canadian Rockies choose this rustic alpine village as their base, making use of the wide range of accommodation and dining options. Even if you are just passing through, you will find enough activities to keep you busy for the day.

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Jasper National Park which includes mountains, tranquil scenes and a river or creek

2. Banff Gondola

Some of the best views in the Canadian Rockies can be enjoyed from the top of Sulphur Mountain. Take the Banff Gondola to the summit. The eight-minute ride offers spectacular views from a glass-enclosed cabin. The Summit Complex at the end of the gondola ride has restaurants, a gift shop and multiple viewing platforms. Look out over six different mountain ranges, through valleys and down onto the town of Banff.

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Banff Gondola showing a gondola, landscape views and mountains

3. Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake is one of the most photographed scenes in Canada. The “Twenty Dollar View” takes in the turquoise lake and ten surrounding mountains. The vista was once the picture on the back of 20-dollar notes in Canada, and the nickname stuck.

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4. Lake Louise Mountain Resort

This premier destination is the place to be when you want that top winter getaway. From ski vacations to ski school and ski tours, Lake Louise has it all. Discover great deals for Lake Louise ski packages and start making your plans now! Winter is just around the corner and the excitement begins now!

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Lake Louise Mountain Resort which includes snow and snow skiing

5. Yoho National Park

Yoho National Park encompasses a section of the Canadian Rockies, where jagged mountain peaks zigzag into pristine river valleys. Discover astonishing lookouts, geological wonders and tranquil forests as you drive, hike or ski through the landscape. Covering an area of 507 square miles (1,313 square kilometers), Yoho National Park packs heritage sites, fascinating fossil deposits and 28 peaks over 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) into its UNESCO World Heritage-listed expanse.

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Yoho National Park showing a lake or waterhole and a bridge as well as a couple

6. Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs is a thermal pool within the gorgeous landscapes of Banff National Park. Come here to relax in the geothermally heated and bubbling mineral water that flows from the Earth’s crust through the Sulphur Mountain Thrust Fault. Marvel at panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains as the therapeutic water cleanses and soothes your body. Have a scenic picnic or eat at the café at Upper Hot Springs.

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7. Icefields Parkway

Icefields Parkway, also known as Highway 93, runs through the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The Parks are classed as a world heritage site because of their pristine beauty and on the Icefields Parkway you get to see the best of it during one epic journey. En route, you’ll get to see lakes, glaciers, and peaks and you can get involved in several outdoor activities.

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Icefields Parkway showing a river or creek, mountains and tranquil scenes

What to do in Canadian Rockies

Popular places to visit

Banff Gondola

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

Moraine Lake

The view of this turquoise lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks has been immortalized on countless postcards and on the back of 20-dollar bills in Canada.

Lake Louise Mountain Resort

If you are a snow bunny or love the exhilaration of taking the slopes with absolute abandon, Canada has what you are looking for at the Lake Louise Ski Resort.

Upper Hot Springs

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

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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.

Icefields Parkway

This is one of North America’s most awe-inspiring journeys. Snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and glaciers are a few of the wonders you’ll see along the way.

Yoho National Park which includes kayaking or canoeing, tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Emerald Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Emerald Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Field. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Jasper National Park which includes forest scenes, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Explore areas of Canadian Rockies

Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

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.

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Tunnel Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Aerial view of Jasper town nestled in the Canadian Rockies, with snow-capped peaks in the background. Trains and cars are visible in the town center. Alberta, Canada

Town Centre

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While visiting Town Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Canmore Museum and Geoscience Centre and Art Country Canada Canmore Gallery.

Spring Creek

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spring Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Elevation Place and Canmore Mountain Market.

Canada scenic Landscape view with The Three Sisters Peaks, landmark in Canmore, Alberta

Cougar Creek

Though Cougar Creek may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Canmore Caverns and Silvertip Golf Course.