Uptown District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Victoria Glacier
Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Glacier and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Banff. Stroll along the riverfront 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 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.

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 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.

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Walk around the campus at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity as part of your travels around Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.
Things to do

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park

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
Top hotels in Uptown District

Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
"Great staff and clean rooms. Nice to stay"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Fox Hotel and Suites
"It’s Banff it honestly speaks for itself. The Fox hotel though was amazing as always, the only thing I’d suggest is for when it’s the end of the day and you’re back in your room settling down id suggest bringing a chrome stick or something to stream Netflix or whatever platform because their TVs ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Otter Hotel
"Loved our stay! A little bit off the main downtown area which we appreciated because it wasn’t too crowded. Both the hotel and next door property had dog-friendly patios which we enjoyed, as there was a lot of construction downtown that shut down some other dog-friendly spaces that we were unable ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Hotel Canoe and Suites
"Highly recommend. Stayed in the mountain view room 10/10. Great location as well."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Canalta Lodge

Rundlestone Lodge
"Staff was very friendly"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown District

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.

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

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

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.

Tunnel Mountain District
If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.
