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BANFF, ALBERTA – Banff National Park – Canada’s first national park – 1 1/2 hrs drive west of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. From Banff’s humble beginnings as a 26 square kilometre hot springs reserve, Banff National Park now consists of 6,641 square kilometres of unparalleled mountain scenery nestled in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies.

Discover Your Destination in Banff

Each year, millions of visitors come to Banff to marvel at the emerald waters of Lake Louise, walk amongst the flower-filled heavens at Sunshine Meadows, and drive beneath the towering jagged peaks lining the Icefields Parkway.

Snow-capped peaks, glistening glaciers and sweeping vistas are just one part of the allure of Banff National Park. We also offer all the best summer and winter activities in the Canadian Rockies. We offer the best white water rafting Banff trip in the Canadian Rockies! Plus our golfing, hiking, bird-watching, mountain climbing, canoeing, skiing, fishing, and all types of guided tours are second to none.. Would you like to relax for a few days? We have the best hotels, accommodations, inns, and resorts. Banff is your vacation and adventure destination.

You can enjoy all the comforts of home in the town of Banff and the village of Lake Louise, or step out into the wilderness and the home of some of North America’s wildest creatures, including grizzly bears, caribou and wolves.


Things to Do in Banff

  • FEATURED: Mountaineering and Backcountry Skiing in the Canadian Rockies
  • Navigating the First 3 Holes at the Canmore Golf and Curling Club
  • Cross country skiing in Lake Louise
  • Day Trips in Edmonton – The Gateway to the Rocky Mountains
  • Winter Adventures in Banff National Park
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Banff Accommodations

  • Johnston Canyon Lodge & Bungalows
  • Paradise Lodge & Bungalows
  • The Mountaineer Lodge
  • The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • Mount Robson Inn
  • Hotels and Accommodations Feature: The Fairmont Banff Springs
  • The Glacier View Inn
  • Best Western Jasper Inn and Suites
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Banff Shopping

  • Banff Cannabis Dispensary
  • 3 Reasons for Buying Handspun Yarn in Banff
  • Shopping in Banff: Art Galleries
  • Yoga in Banff National Park
  • Shopping in Banff: Wine & Liquor Store
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Eat & Drinking in Banff

  • Dining Specials in Banff – Tommy’s Neighbourhood Pub
  • Dining in The Fairmont Banff Springs
  • Dining in Banff: Family Restaurants
  • Dining in Banff: Quick Eats
  • Dining in Banff: Fine Dining
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Banff Festivals & Events

  • Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival
  • Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park
  • Ice Magic Festival
  • Banff WinterStart Festival
  • Banff Mountain Film Festival & Book Fair
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Banff Weddings

  • Banff Wedding Memories: Capture Them on Video
  • Wedding Bells Are Ringing in Banff, the Canadian Rockies
  • Video: Beautiful Weddings in Canada’s Romantic Banff Lake Louise
  • Weddings in Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta
  • Activities in Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta
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Banff Visitor’s Information

  • What To Do Near Banff National Park?
  • Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park
  • Weather in Banff National Park
  • Hostelling in Banff National Park, Alberta
  • Couples Getaway & Mount Robson Inn Are A Perfect Combination
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How-to Travel Guide

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  • Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry
  • What To Do Near Banff National Park?
  • How to Relax in the Canadian Rockies
  • Banff National Park Entry Fees, Canadian Rockies
  • Banff National Park: Visitor Information
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Weather in Banff National Park
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  • Why you should ride the Banff gondola
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  • Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta
  • Rainy Day Activities in Banff, Alberta
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