Downtown District Travel Guide
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 riverfront 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 riverfront 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 Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Self-Guided Canadian Rockies Bundle: Drive & Walk With Audio Tour
Calgary/Canmore/Banff: Columbia Icefield, Peyto, Bow Lake
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Top hotels in Downtown District
Banff Park Lodge
"The hotel has been renovated and looks great. The staff is great and the facilities are amazing."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Moose Hotel And Suites
Banff Ptarmigan Inn
"Excellent location. Has the cabin charm. Upgraded bathroom. Quality soaps in the bathroom. It's the little things."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Elk + Avenue Hotel
"Hotel is charming and super close to Banff Ave. The rooms could use with a little refreshing - a fresh coat of paint on the walls and ceiling would be nice. The room and bathroom were clean and fresh. Staff was helpful and friendly. Restaurant was excellent- best dining experience we’ve had in awhile. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Peaks Hotel & Suites
"Clean and comfortable room on the end of downtown Banff. Convenient and accessible but still quiet"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Brewster Mountain Lodge
"Clean rooms, friendly helpful staff. Excellent continental breakfast with some rotating hot items. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 31 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 Banff Gondola and Upper Hot Springs.
