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Icefields Parkway
Icefields Parkway
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Ranked #1 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 144 reviews
Scenic highway cutting through breathtakingly beautiful mountain passes.
Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Distance  69.2 miles from city centre
Moraine Lake, Lake Louise
Moraine Lake
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Ranked #2 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 191 reviews

Getting to Moraine Lake There are a number of ways to get to Moraine Lake but if you don't have a car you will need to take a tour company or, better yet, the Greyhound bus. There... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  28.1 miles from city centre
Peyto Lake, Lake Louise
Peyto Lake
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Ranked #3 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 87 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Bow Valley Parkway, Banff
Bow Valley Parkway
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Ranked #4 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 90 reviews
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse
Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse
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Ranked #5 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  33.8 miles from city centre
Banff Gondola, Banff
Banff Gondola
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Ranked #6 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 461 reviews

The Banff Gondolatakes visitors to the top of Sulphur Mountain for the most spectacular views and photo opportunities in Banff National Park. The ride is 7 minutes and... more »

Attraction type  Trams
Distance  2.5 miles from city centre
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon
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Ranked #7 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 100 reviews

Location Details:  Directions: 30 minute drive northwest of Banff on Trans Canada Hwy (watch for the signs)  Latitude / Longitude: 51.245695 / 115.841328  Hiking Details: Distance... more »

Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Sulphur Mountain
Sulphur Mountain
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Ranked #8 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Hike or ride to the top of this scenic mountain.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  2.4 miles from city centre
Lake Louise
Lake Louise
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Ranked #9 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 149 reviews
Beautiful lake surrounded by woods and hiking trails.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  32.0 miles from city centre
Parker Ridge Trail, Banff
Parker Ridge Trail
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Ranked #10 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  96.1 miles from city centre
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
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Ranked #11 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 67 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  31.9 miles from city centre
Lake Minnewanka, Banff
Lake Minnewanka
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Ranked #12 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 90 reviews
Banff National Park's largest waterway.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  5.8 miles from city centre
Sunshine Village
Sunshine Village
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Ranked #13 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: Close to the Town of Banff, Canada’s highest elevated resort has great, guaranteed snow conditions from December to May, with... more » Owner description: Close to the Town of Banff, Canada’s highest elevated resort has great, guaranteed snow conditions from December to May, with an average annual snowfall of over 30 feet, on over 3,300 acres of terrain! Plus, enjoy the novel opportunity to ski or ride in both the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia on the same run. « less
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  66.2 miles from city centre
Willow Stream Spa at The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff
Willow Stream Spa at The Fairmont Banff Springs
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Ranked #14 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.3 miles from city centre
Bow Falls, Banff
Bow Falls
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Ranked #15 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 94 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Vermilion Lakes, Banff
Vermilion Lakes
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Ranked #16 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews

Location Details:  Directions: 5 minute drive (1.5 miles) northwest of Banff. From downtown, take Mount Norquay Rd north towards the Trans-Canada Hwy (Hwy 1). For the Fenland... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  263.1 miles from city centre
The Lake Louise Ski Area
The Lake Louise Ski Area
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Ranked #17 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. Located in the heart... more » Owner description: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. Located in the heart of majestic, historic Banff National Park, Lake Louise is truly legendary and offers the world's finest terrain. With 4200 skiable acres, Lake Louise is one of the largest ski areas in North America. « less
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  31.9 miles from city centre
Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola, Lake Louise
Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola
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Ranked #18 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 55 reviews
Owner description: Cruise for fourteen glorious minutes, in an open chair or a fully enclosed gondola, to one of the world's great views! From... more » Owner description: Cruise for fourteen glorious minutes, in an open chair or a fully enclosed gondola, to one of the world's great views! From the top, at 2088m (6850ft).The end of the lift and gondola ride is only the start of the adventure. At the top of the lift and gondola Interpretive Programs are available daily, including indoor presentations and themed guided walks.Stop by and enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast, lunch, or dinner prepared fresh, and served daily in the Lodge of the Ten Peaks! « less
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  31.1 miles from city centre
Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff
Tunnel Mountain Drive
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Ranked #19 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Rimrock Spa, Banff
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Ranked #20 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Lake Agnes
Lake Agnes
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Ranked #21 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Tiny lake only a couple of kilometers away from Lake Louise; a great hiking destination.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Bodies of Water
Distance  623.4 miles from city centre
Banff Springs Golf Course, Banff
Banff Springs Golf Course
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Ranked #22 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Owner description: Designed by the late Stanley Thompson, this challenging 6,729-yard, 27-hole course offers scenic thrills and golf challenges... more » Owner description: Designed by the late Stanley Thompson, this challenging 6,729-yard, 27-hole course offers scenic thrills and golf challenges throughout its "Stanley Thompson 18" and "The Tunnel 9" courses. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  2.4 miles from city centre
Mt. Norquay
Mt. Norquay
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Ranked #23 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Owner description: Family-friendly Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and riders. Since... more » Owner description: Family-friendly Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and riders. Since its opening in 1926, Mt. Norquay continues to be the locals’ gem. Famous for being the training ground of Olympic and World Cup athletes, and with excellent beginner terrain, everyone will love this small, family-friendly resort. « less
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  1.2 miles from city centre
Canadian Mountain Holidays, Banff
Canadian Mountain Holidays
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Ranked #24 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 15 reviews

Based from CMH's remote mountain lodges, you will take short helicopter flights to access some of the most spectacular mountain terrain in North America. You will spend the day... more »

Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas; Hiking Trails
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Cascade Gardens, Banff
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Ranked #25 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
The Banff Centre, Banff
The Banff Centre
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Ranked #26 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Attraction type  Convention Centres; Theatres
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Surprise Corner, Banff
Surprise Corner
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Ranked #27 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Banff Park Museum, Banff
Banff Park Museum
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Ranked #28 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews

The Banff Park Museum National Historic Site is a graceful 1903 log building whose style is often described as a "railway pagoda". This is a natural history museum in the classic... more »

Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Sunshine Meadows, Banff
Sunshine Meadows
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Ranked #29 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum, Banff
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Ranked #30 of 60 Attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews

In 1902, journalist Norman Luxton moved to Banff and soon made himself an indispensible part of the community. He became the publisher of the local newspaper and opened a curio... more »

Attraction type  Natural History Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
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