Downtown District
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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 Park Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Banff Park Museum in Banff. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Banff Legacy Trail
Enjoy a trip to Banff Legacy Trail and popular activities like skiing in Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do

Sunwapta, Athabasca Falls, Peyto, Bow Lake, Icefield Parkway

Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Small Group Half Day Tour

Calgary/Canmore/Banff: Columbia Icefield, Peyto, Bow Lake

Wildlife & History Tour of Banff

Banff: Guided Sunset and Stargazing Tour

Virtual Tour: Banff, Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
Downtown District Hotel Deals

Moose Hotel And Suites
Wonderful staff, great atmosphere and an amazing hot pool and spa hot tub. Views from the room were immaculate. Beautiful lobby with the live fireplace
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

Banff Park Lodge
We had no idea of all the renovations, and just wanted to come here and unwind. We asked a staff member (housekeeper) where the pool was and she said it was closed, it was not. The pool area was fantastic, glad we asked the front desk. The restaurant did not have the same menu as before and there ...
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Banff Ptarmigan Inn
Staff was extremely polite, and the staff at the restaurant on site at the Meatball were exceptionally wonderful! My only recommendation would be with the maid service. We were not given new glasses and our old used ones were just left in there after the room was cleaned.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

Elk + Avenue Hotel
I had the best stay. I highly recommend Elk avenue hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Brewster Mountain Lodge
Location was awesome! Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping! Transit is close and easy to navigate!
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Peaks Hotel & Suites
Great
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown District

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

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

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.

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