Guide Note

Banff is a resort town in Banff National Park that is located in the Alberta Rockies. The park is one of Canada's most popular tourist attractions and attracts 4,000,000 visitors a year.¹

Fast Facts

1. Country: Canada
2. Province: Alberta
3. Region: Alberta Rockies
4. Mayor: John Stutz
5. Founded: 1880
6. Time zone: MST
7. Population: 6,700 (2006)²

Banff Gondola: Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain and see 360 degree views.

Tunnel Mountain: Hike up this mountain for a bird's eye view of Banff and the lakes that surround it.

Upper Hot Springs: The perfect way to end a day of touring by relaxing in the therapeutic spring waters.

TripAdvisor rates the Rocky Mountaineer two-day train trip as the number one attraction. This ride combines sightseeing with escorted tours and overnight stays in grand hotels.³

Other things to do include biking, hiking, swimming and year-round camping.