Downtown District
Banff
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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 browsing the exhibits at 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 such as skiing in Banff. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Guided Tour to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, or Emerald Lake
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon and Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Downtown District
Moose Hotel And Suites
Loved this hotel… we had a large spacious room with gas fireplace, balcony & kitchenette, & , great amenities with nice log burning fireplace in the lobby, staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Banff Park Lodge
I was in room 258. My friend and I shared a room. We paid $1000 for a room (by the time hidden fees and taxes were added in), with a view of a WALL. The place was under severe construction. I needed a safety pin and front desk couldn’t find their complementary mending kits. The hand soap has holes ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
We don’t drink and parking was perfect for us
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Elk + Avenue Hotel
Great location on the main street in town
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
Beautiful room and view. Exceptional staff! My only minor complaint is that the breakfast “nook” was a crowded basement room that was a 5 minute walk from our room and the breakfast itself was sub par. Better to go across the street to a lovely bakery.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
Very clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown District
Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.
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
If you're spending some time in Banff Springs District, Bow Falls and Fairmont Banff Springs Bowling Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Industrial District
Industrial District might not have many top sights, but Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.
