Town of Banff - Banff, Alberta

Jade S.

Magnifique ville au coeur des montagnes. Plusieurs commerces et restaurants à découvrir. Il est possible de longer la rivière Bow et de visiter le jardin Cascade of Time (malheureusement interdit aux chiens)

Phillip B.

Beautiful town. With great weather it was nice to walk around town. Tons of stores, bars, restraunts, etc. Nice walk to the river or up to the Inns.

Parking was easy for June, compared to Breckenridge, Big Bear, and other similar towns I have been to.

Judy H.

Banff town is livelier than I expected, with crowds and shops lining the streets. There are many gift shops and clothing stores where you can pick up extra warm layers if needed. Many of the restaurants look great, and people seem to be fully enjoying the atmosphere. It’s a peaceful yet well-equipped little town.

Arun R.

A picturesque town , which could be based for bothering Louise and Moraine lake tours. One can easily spending a day just in this quaint little place . The conservation of houses by locals and museum is worth a visit.

Reg B.

A great tourist spot, it gets very crowded with tourists. Its best to park your car/rv early in morning so that you get a parking spot and then walk or take the local “ROAM” bus service to get around Banff or even take the “ROAM” out to Lake Louise. Parking is in very short supply!

Ryan A.

You will need a state park pass to even go into the town. We parked (most is paid parking via website) used the signs to add our license plate number and walked to the visitor center to purchase the park pass. You can stop on the freeway( drive up buildings on the left) but lines were super long. It was much quicker to drive into town, find parking and walk to the visitor center to purchase the pass. Once that was done there is tons to explore in the town.

Chloe C.

Banff is an absolutely stunning destination, with breathtaking mountain views, easy scenic drives, and a charming atmosphere.

The best time to visit is between June and September when the weather is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Whether you're hiking, sightseeing, or just taking in the views, the natural beauty here is unparalleled. The drive to Banff itself is picturesque, making the journey just as enjoyable as the destination.

However, it’s important to note that Banff can be an expensive day out. There’s a $20 park entrance fee, and parking fees are common everywhere. Restaurants and shops tend to be overpriced, so be prepared for that. It’s also a very popular tourist destination, so expect heavy traffic and crowds, especially during peak season. Despite the costs and the busy atmosphere, Banff’s incredible scenery and outdoor activities make it well worth the visit!

Sylvia H.

Love Banff. The history and the scenery is unparalleled. Parking is a problem, but don’t worry. The town of Banff has several bus routes (called the Roam) to take you to all the points of interest in town.