Banff Alberta is located in the heart of Banff National Park. The area abounds with spectacular natural mountain scenery, abundant wildlife, and four-season recreation. For skiers, Banff is home to some of the best powder skiing in the world. Visitors will also enjoy exploring and shopping on Banf Avenue. It has many shops, boutiques, sporting goods stores, and great restaurants.
Things to do in Banff
Banff National Park
Banff National Park was established in 1885 and was Canada’s first National Park. The National Park is located 120 kilometres (80 miles) west of Calgary, Alberta. This mountainous park exhibits numerous glaciers and ice fields, dense coniferous forest, and alpine landscapes. Call 403 762-1550 for more information.
Box 900, Banff, AB T1L 1K2
Banff Park Museum
This historic and elegant 1903 building showcases the Victorian-era charm, along with thousands of Rocky Mountain animal, bird, insect, and geological specimens. The emphasis at the Museum is on changes in attitudes toward natural resource management. Although the building, the collection, and the grounds have been modified over time in response to the demands of the day, the developments and treatments are "in keeping" with the historical significance of the building and collections themselves. Call 403-762-1558 for more information.
P.O. Box 900, Banff, AB
Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum
The Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum educates visitors about a time when native people of the Northern Plains and Canadian Rockies followed the great buffalo herds and Europeans discovered a culture rich in elaborate ceremonies. Call 403-762-2388 for more information.
1 Birch Avenue, Banff, AB T1L 1A8
Lake Minnewanka Boat Tours
Experienced Captains guide you through a 90-minute interpretive tour of Lake Minnewanka. An area that is steeped in history, native folklore and geology. You’ll ride aboard glass-enclosed 48 passenger boats. Call 403 762-3473 for more information.
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
The Whyte Museum celebrates art inspired by mountain cultures around the world. Visitors can enjoy exhibitions, heritage and archives. Call 403-762-2291 for more information.
111 Bear Street, Banff, AB T1L 1A3