Banff Things to Do

Ride this safe, glass-enclosed gondola system to the top of Sulphur Mountain for unparalleled views of Banff and the Rocky Mountains. The eight-minute journey is a year-round attraction, and during the summer you can hike aroun... more

The Athabasca Glacier offers an up close and personal visit to a small portion of the Columbia Icefields. A major attraction is Brewster Tour's, "Glaciers in Motion", a 9.5-hour interpretive tour of the glacier from within the... more

Banff National Park, the world's third largest national park, is flocked by tourists throughout the year. Valleys, mountains, glaciers, meadows, rivers and forests, the park attracts tourists for all these reasons. It is a wond... more

This wildlife model museum offers visitors a close glimpse of the area's spectacular and sometimes menacing wildlife and nature. Housing a taxidermy collection of Banff's indigenous animals, visitors can spy on cougars, grizzli... more

This ski resort has been offering downhill thrills since 1926. Norquay boasts gentle beginner slopes, exciting expert runs and everything in between. There is also a fully maintained snowboard park. For après ski activities, ma... more

Wild Bill's is a Banff institution. In its many years in business, this bar has given most locals and visitors a "Wild Bill" story to tell. The pub has the brass railings, turned woodwork and Western memorabilia of a true front... more

Banff's enormous popularity with Japanese tourists has resulted in a plethora of great sushi restaurants. Sukiyaki House is one of the best and perhaps the most popular. The expansive dining room has stark white walls and bambo... more

This adventure tour operator runs summer whitewater rafting trips along the scenic Kananaskis River. River tours, lasting about three hours, are perfect for families and first-time rafters. Rainbow Rider's guides are certified... more

With what is probably the best view in a town, the Big Horn Steakhouse works hard to ensure that the view doesn't distract from an incredible menu. All the creations of Chef Yves are of a caliber seldom equaled and include Albe... more

Wander around these interpretive trails exploring a cave tunnel, mineral springs and hands-on displays of the area's history and wildlife. Specially designated as the birthplace of Canada's extensive parks system, this area was... more