Downtown District
Banff
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Popular places to visit
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau is just one of the places to see in Banff, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.
Banff National Park Information Centre
After visiting Banff National Park Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.
Central Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Central Park, a lovely green space in Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies during your trip to Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Banff Gondola
Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.
Upper Hot Springs
Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Small Group Half Day Tour
Guided Tour to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, or Emerald Lake
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Self-Guided Audio Tours for the Canadian Rockies
Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure
Top hotels in Downtown District
Moose Hotel And Suites
Overprice for the type of hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Banff Park Lodge
Clean room. Loved the balcony. The ski rental shop in the hotel was convenient.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Elk + Avenue Hotel
We had a loft room and it was spacious. The beds were comfortable and the unit was fairly clean. Not much underlay underneath the carpets so it can be noisy in the hallways and you can hear doors closing. It's nice and close to the main areas of town.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
The first night , we had a lot of noise from outside our room , loud people talking past midnight, the beds were also a bit too hard for me, otherwise everything else was good
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
Very nice hotel. We had a king loft. Balcony overlooking the street. Very cool.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Clean and comfortable beds, great location, easy walkable to many restaurants and main street. A bit noisy with the back alley.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District
Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cave and Basin District
While visiting Cave and Basin District, you might make a stop by sights like Cave and Basin National Historic Site and Bow River.
Banff Springs District
If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Industrial District
Industrial District might not have many top sights, but Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.
