Banff walking tour & city guide
A mountain town in the heart of the Rockies.
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Banff is a small mountain town inside Banff National Park, Canada's first national park, in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Surrounded by snowy peaks, glacier-fed turquoise lakes and forests full of wildlife, it is one of the most beautiful places in North America.
The town
Banff Avenue, the main street, has a perfect view of Cascade Mountain. The Banff Gondola climbs Sulphur Mountain to a boardwalk along the ridge, and the Banff Upper Hot Springs let you soak in warm water with mountain views. The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel looks like a Scottish castle.
Lakes and drives
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, about 45 minutes away, are famous for their unreal turquoise color. The Icefields Parkway, heading north to Jasper, is one of the most spectacular drives in the world, past glaciers and waterfalls. Watch for elk, bighorn sheep and bears.
Top sights in Banff
- 1
Lake Louise
A turquoise lake below a glacier.
- 2
Moraine Lake
A lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
- 3
Banff Gondola
A ride up Sulphur Mountain.
- 4
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Hot pools with mountain views.
- 5
Icefields Parkway
A spectacular mountain road.
Food markets & where to eat in Banff
Banff Avenue
The main street with cafés and pubs.
Bear Street
A quieter street of restaurants.
Lake Louise village
Cafés near the lake.
Food to try in Banff
Alberta beef
The province is famous for its steaks.
Bison burger
A taste of the Canadian prairies.
BeaverTails
A fried pastry with sweet toppings.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Banff
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