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TransCanada Highway is the fastest way from Calgary to Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise and other gems of the Rocky Mountains. Enjoy the fantastic mountain views all the way!

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St. Mary’s Church

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St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

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Old Banff Cemetery

Established in 1890, Old Banff Cemetery is now the resting place for over two thousand souls. This cemetery also served…

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Bankhead Railway Station

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Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course

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Cascade of Time Garden

An iconic Banff view, seen on many postcards, is taken from the front of the Cascade of Time Garden building.…

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Buffalo Nations Museum

Journey into the extraordinary heritage of the First Nations People of the Northern Plains and Canadian Rockies, at the Buffalo…

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Cave and Basin

National Historic Site Cave and Basin has been a special place for Indigenous peoples for over ten thousand years and…

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Banff Park Museum

National Historic Site Built in 1903 and dignified with heritage status for being the oldest park facility in the Canadian…

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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies serves as a gathering place to explore the evolving history, peoples, cultures, environment,…

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Hoodoos

Over thousands of years, rain, snowmelt and wind have scoured the glacial material that makes up the ridge you can…

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Bow River Trail

This quiet riverside trail, mostly paved, is only a few steps away from downtown. Plenty of benches allow you to…

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Bow Falls

Not like your typical waterfalls, the Bow Falls is wide and short. You might feel some mist from the waterfalls…

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Banff Town Sign

One of the best places for selfies. Be ready to stay in line! Photo: Vlad Umnov

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Town of Banff

The town of Banff is a spirited place, alive with adventure and wonder. In all directions, you’re surrounded by strikingly…

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Mount Norquay Lookout

Don’t miss the fantastic panoramic views of the Bow Valley, Banff and the Canadian Rockies. This iconic spot is accessible…

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Mount Norquay Ski

Don’t miss this ski resort & tubing park. It is not so big as Sunshine Village, but it offers year-round…

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Banff Sunshine Village

Longest non-glacial ski season in Canada Banff Sunshine Village's unique location will make you feel miles away from civilization, even…

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Banff Upper Hot Springs

Europeans first became aware of the springs in 1883. In 1886, the first hot springs were open for visitors. Now,…

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Sulphur Mountain Weather Station

Recognized Federal Heritage Building Follow in the footsteps of Norman Sanson, who walked to the top of Sulphur Mountain weekly…

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Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station

National Historic Site At the peak, step back in time and experience the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station. The cosmic…

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Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk

Several scenic hiking trails lead away from the summit complex. One of the most popular is the self-guided interpretive Sulphur…

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Banff Gondola

Timeless Rocky Mountain views Soar 698 metres on an 8-minute journey to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Glide over the…

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Fairmont Banff Springs

National Historic Site In the heart of Banff National Park, in the Canadian Rockies, the luxury Fairmont Banff Springs hotel…

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