Cave and Basin District

Banff
Cave and Basin National Historic Site showing interior views

Popular places to visit

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Cave and Basin National Historic Site

4/5(200 reviews)

Discover thermal springs, panoramic views and beautiful walking trails while learning about natural wonders and the history of Parks Canada.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
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Banff Gondola

4.5/5(485 reviews)

Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.

Banff Gondola
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Upper Hot Springs

4/5(302 reviews)

Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

Upper Hot Springs
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Banff National Park Information Centre

4.5/5(214 reviews)

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.

Banff National Park Information Centre
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Banff Springs Golf Club

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Banff at Banff Springs Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Banff Springs Golf Club
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Vermilion Lakes

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Mountain scenery, wildlife-spotting opportunities, hiking trails and canoeing adventures await you at this series of lakes in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

Vermilion Lakes

Things to do

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Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour

$66
Per adult
Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour
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Banff Cave and Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour

$10
Per adult
Banff Cave and Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Banff Horseback Riding Tour - Bow River Ride

$71
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Banff Horseback Riding Tour - Bow River Ride
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2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure

$143
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure
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The Sights of Banff: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

$7
Per adult
The Sights of Banff: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

$144
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour
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Cave and Basin District Hotel Deals

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
3.5 out of 5
521 Banff Ave, Box 1070, Banff, AB
The price is $219 per night from May 29 to May 30
$219
$243 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,480 reviews)
"Property is clean and nice, price is right. It’s a 10 min walk from downtown so not bad, lots of restaurants in the area. Rooms are a bit too small, we got the 2 queen bed for my 3 kids and me and felt there was not enough space. They don’t really have a pool, it’s a big hot tub but my kids like ..."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is $204 per night from May 28 to May 29
$204
$227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,844 reviews)
"Resort style property, quiet area but not near the heart of Banff. Good pool and hot tub area, but older. Rooms have been updated, comfy beds, newer bathrooms. Good price and located very close to hwy 1 for all your siteseeing adventures."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Hotel Canoe and Suites
Hotel Canoe and Suites
3 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue, 2000, Banff, AB
The price is $255 per night from May 27 to May 28
$255
$284 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Upper ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (386 reviews)
"Hotel is nice n clean. Looks brand new. Room is spacious. Have a lot of choices for coffe n tea."

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Moose Hotel And Suites
Moose Hotel And Suites
4 out of 5
345 Banff Ave, Banff, AB
The price is $365 per night from May 27 to May 28
$365
$406 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,097 reviews)
"This was excellent! Perfect 2 minute walk to downtown Banff. Bus right outside, roam transit. Coffee shop next door White Bark was excellent. Hotel staff couldn’t have been nicer, room was great, balcony view was lovely and property parking was easily found and free with lots of spaces. Loved ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Moose Hotel And Suites
Pocaterra Inn and Waterslide
Pocaterra Inn and Waterslide
2.5 out of 5
1725 Mountain Ave, Canmore, AB
The price is $241 per night from May 27 to May 28
$241
$262 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canmore. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,854 reviews)
"Quiet ,good breakfast, friendly staffs clean room"

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Pocaterra Inn and Waterslide
Hidden Ridge Resort
Hidden Ridge Resort
3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
The price is $204 per night from May 28 to May 29
$204
$227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,780 reviews)
"The location of this hotel gives you an amazing view of Banff. One that most other hotels cannot replicate."

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Hidden Ridge Resort
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Other neighborhoods around Cave and Basin District

Banff Gondola featuring a gondola, snow and landscape views

Sulphur Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Sulphur Mountain District, Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Sulphur Mountain District
Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Banff Legacy Trail and Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.

Downtown District
Easily one of the coolest hotels, in the most majestic of settings. What a cool place!

Banff Springs District

While visiting Banff Springs District, you might make a stop by sights like Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and Bow Falls.

Banff Springs District
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Banff Centre District

If you're spending some time in Banff Centre District, Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Banff Centre District
They say it’s the journey and not the destination but when the journey involves rain, thunder, & lightning, the destination becomes everything! #Adventure

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Banff Legacy Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
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Industrial District

While Industrial District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tunnel Mountain and Banff Springs Golf Club.

Industrial District
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