Overview

Places of interest in Banff National Park

Overview
1 Banff
Rocky Mountain Majesty, Endless Adventure
9.0
Set in the Canadian Rockies, Banff offers dramatic peaks, turquoise lakes and abundant wildlife. Visitors can hike alpine trails, soak in hot springs or explore the town’s historic architecture and vibrant arts scene for adventure.
Highlights:
  • ♨️ Relax in the Banff Upper Hot Springs with mountain views
  • 🥾 Hike Johnston Canyon and explore breathtaking waterfalls
  • 🚡 Ride the Banff Gondola for panoramic Sulphur Mountain views
1 Bow Falls
Waterfall
1 Vermilion Lakes
Park
1 The Fudgery
Craft Shop
2 Cascade Mountain
Peak
2 Cascade Shops
Shopping Mall
3 Banff Trading Post
Shop
2 Bow River Bridge
Bridge
3 Cave & Basin National Historic Site
POI
4 The Spirit of Christmas
Shop
5 Banff Farmers Market
POI
3 Johnston Canyon
Scenic Waterfalls and Canyon Walk
Highlights:
  • 🏞️ Hike further to the serene alpine Ink Pots pools
  • 🌊 Explore the Upper and Lower Falls viewing platforms
  • 🥾 Walk the scenic trail along canyon waterfalls and catwalks
4 Lake Minnewanka
Banff's Majestic Alpine Jewel
Highlights:
  • 🐻 Spot wildlife along the tranquil scenic drive
  • 🥾 Hike trails with panoramic mountain and lake views
  • 🛥️ Take a scenic boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka
1 Lake Minnewanka Cruise
Viewpoint
2 Banff Gondola
Spectacular Views atop Sulphur Mountain
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Dine at Sky Bistro restaurant overlooking the Rockies
  • 🌄 Walk the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk with panoramic views
  • 🚡 Ride the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain summit
5 Sulphur Mountain
Peak
3 Banff Upper Hot Springs
Soothing Soak Amidst Rocky Peaks
A serene, mountainous Canadian national park in Banff Upper Hot Springs. The landscape features dramatic peaks, turquoise lakes and thermal springs that stay warm year-round. It's quieter than Calgary, with world-class hiking trails and scenic drives along the Bow River.
Highlights:
  • 🏛️ Visit the historic bathhouse and learn its story
  • 🏞️ Enjoy mountain views of Rundle and Cascade peaks
  • ♨️ Soak in the soothing mineral-rich hot springs pool
4 Banff Gondola
POI
6 Rocky Mountain Soap Company
Beauty Salon
5 Fairmont Banff Springs
POI
2 Lake Louise
Turquoise Gem of the Canadian Rockies
8.9
Highlights:
  • 🚡 Ride the Lake Louise Gondola for panoramic alpine scenery
  • 🥾 Hike to the Lake Agnes Tea House for stunning mountain views
  • 🛶 Canoe on the iconic turquoise waters of Lake Louise
6 Peyto Lake
POI
7 Bow Valley Parkway
POI
8 Icefields Parkway
POI
4 Columbia icefield
POI
9 Moraine Lake
Turquoise jewel of the Rockies
A turquoise alpine lake nestled in Banff's Valley of the Ten Peaks, surrounded by jagged peaks and glaciers. The water reflects dramatic rock formations and offers stunning views for hikers and photographers alike.
Highlights:
  • 📸 Capture iconic photos with the Valley of the Ten Peaks
  • 🛶 Take a canoe out on the crystal-clear lake waters
  • 🥾 Hike around the vibrant turquoise Moraine Lake shoreline
10 Moraine lake
Viewpoint
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