Cave and Basin District

Banff

Bow river west side near Banff
Bow river west side near Banff
The view from Cascade gardens
Amazing backdrop to horseback riding
This beautiful garden is often missed by tourist visiting Banff, Alberta. The Cascades of Time Garden is located at the end of Banff Avenue and on the way to the Banff Springs Hotel in a five-hectare plot of land, which also includes the Banff Parks administration building. Approximately 50,000 annuals are planted by the May long weekend and in place until the first frost, often in September. (July 2019)

Popular places to visit

Cave and Basin National Historic Site featuring autumn leaves

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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Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum

Experience the remarkable heritage of the First Nations People of the Northern Plains and Canadian Rockies at this museum focused on aboriginal arts and culture.

Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum
Upper Hot Springs

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
Banff Gondola which includes mountains, snow and landscape views

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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Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre

4.5/5(59 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre and popular activities like skiing in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre
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Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

4.5/5(378 reviews)

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 lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau

Things to do

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

$53
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
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Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)

$64
per adult
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
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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 Banff AB
$119 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$130 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
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! (3,029 reviews)
Staff is friendly. Place is clea

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
$97 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$105 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,733 reviews)
Nice clean room. Staff friendly. Lots of wildlife outside our door. If you love to see Elk you will love staying in this area just before the town.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$110 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,756 reviews)
Great facility, courteous staff, great environment

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
$103 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$112 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,955 reviews)
Room is clean. staff is friendly. Swimming pool with slides are awesome.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Hotel Canoe and Suites

Hotel Canoe and Suites

4 out of 5
600 Banff Avenue Banff AB
$187 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
$203 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,089 reviews)
Epic place.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Hotel Canoe and Suites
Otter Hotel

Otter Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 600 Banff Ave Banff AB
$171 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$187 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,380 reviews)
Very clean, good location.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Otter Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Cave and Basin District

Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Downtown District
Such a stunning view. The beauty around Banff was breath taking

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
Panorama of Peyto lake on Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park, Alberta, Rocky Mountains, Canada

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
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 Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre.

Banff Springs District
Lake Moraine, Banff

Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier 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 Victoria Glacier.

Industrial District
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Cave and Basin District

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