Cave and Basin District Travel Guide
Banff





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Popular places to visit

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave and Basin National Historic Site and enjoy the ski slopes in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum during your travels in Banff. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

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

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.

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

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.
Things to do

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Self-Guided Canadian Rockies Bundle: Drive & Walk With Audio Tour

Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Emerald Lake, Moraine, Louise, Johnston Canyon & Banff Town
Top hotels in Cave and Basin District

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Was travelling with a pet and only stayed a night. All pet rooms are in main floor of 2 storey buildings. Floor and walls are paper thin and pipes squeal. Up every hour at night with upstairs bathroom breaks. It was like they were in my room. No sleep. Otherwise nice.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Comfortable and spacious room. Staff were really helpful and the restaurant was fabulous.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

The Fox Hotel and Suites
Easy check in and check out. Easy access to room via stairs or elevator. Nice location. Close to playground and restaurants. Enjoyed the free wifi. We enjoyed the hot tub grotto. Wish there was a breakfast deal at the hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge
Clean room, great price, hot hot tub!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Pocaterra Inn and Waterslide
I stayed on the P level. The room was in the basement with almost no outside view, and it was located next to the pool restroom. I never expected it to be underground. I don’t think a room like this should be sold to guests.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Hotel Canoe and Suites
The hotel is renovated and nice. When we checked in we weren't offered a free bus pass like others. Our room was right across the some sort of cooling system that was making a very loud and annoying noise constantly. We weren't able to enjoy our balcony with mountain view. After we complained about ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cave and Basin District

Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Sulphur Mountain District
While visiting Sulphur Mountain District, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Hot Springs and Sulphur Mountain.

Banff Centre District
While visiting Banff Centre District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery.

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.

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

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.
