Activities

There's a lot of amazing nature-oriented activities to do in Banff which we highly encourage our guests to pursue! We've starred our must-sees.
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‍There are no Ubers or Lyfts in Banff! If you want to tag along in a car but can’t drive, let us know and we’ll connect you with one of the guests who are driving and have room in their car!

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Public bus from Banff. $2-3 fares, but free if you stay at a downtown hotel. Info here. Routes here.

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Our favorites!

Paid activities

Columbia ice fields
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prob our #1 rec. Non athletic. Must go!
Lake Louise Rent a Canoe
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pretty pricey but worth it!
Jasper Sky Tram
Non athletic, great view!
Golden Sky Bridge
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Non athletic as well with great views!
Banff Gondola or Hike to Activity Center
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on Sulphur Mountain
Paddleboard
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Can rent for one day and take to multiple lakes, which are all close together!
Sky Walk
Non athletic, great view!

Canmore

A nice pit stop between Banff and Calgary

Stonewaters store
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cute boutique market
Elevation
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rec center + library + coffee with skylighting), good “rest” place!
Walk around downtown
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stretch those legs
Eclipse Coffee Roasters
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for good espresso drinks (any of the 3 locations but in descending order it’s railway, downtown, elevation)
Le fournil bakery
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french bakery
Tavern 1883
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Hiking trails

Do not forget the 3 sprays: bug spray, sunscreen, and yes, definitely bear spray!

Johnston Canyon
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easy to hard, there are many “subset” routes so it’s flexible
Cascade Mountain
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very hard, hardos only please
Lake Agnes Teahouse trail
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we will do this as a group the day after the wedding, but feel free to go yourself!stretch those legs

Downtown Banff

If you're staying downtown there's lots to do just a stroll away!

Walk
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seriously, yes! You'll find lots of outdoor gear shops, art installations, and random slice of life events.
Wildflour
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pretty good pastries
Farm and Fire
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a personal favorite of ours, napa valley style eatery. Make sure to eat family style!
Whitebark Coffee Roasters
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for good espresso drinks