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Moraine Lake, Lake Louise
Ollie #1 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 190 reviews

Getting to Moraine Lake There are a number of ways to get to Moraine Lake but if you don't have a car you will need to take a tour company or, better yet, the Greyhound bus. There... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  45.2 km from city centre
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Icefields Parkway
Ollie #2 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 144 reviews
Scenic highway cutting through breathtakingly beautiful mountain passes.
Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Distance  111.3 km from city centre
Peyto Lake, Lake Louise
Ollie #3 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 86 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Bow Valley Parkway, Banff
Ollie #4 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 88 reviews
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse
Ollie #5 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  54.3 km from city centre
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Banff Gondola, Banff
Ollie #6 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 456 reviews

The Banff Gondolatakes visitors to the top of Sulphur Mountain for the most spectacular views and photo opportunities in Banff National Park. The ride is 7 minutes and... more »

Attraction type  Trams
Distance  4.0 km from city centre
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Johnston Canyon
Ollie #7 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 100 reviews

Location Details:  Directions: 30 minute drive northwest of Banff on Trans Canada Hwy (watch for the signs)  Latitude / Longitude: 51.245695 / 115.841328  Hiking Details: Distance... more »

Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Sulphur Mountain
Ollie #8 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Hike or ride to the top of this scenic mountain.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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Lake Louise
Ollie #9 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 148 reviews
Beautiful lake surrounded by woods and hiking trails.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  51.6 km from city centre
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Parker Ridge Trail, Banff
Ollie #10 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  154.6 km from city centre
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise
Ollie #11 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 66 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  51.3 km from city centre
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Lake Minnewanka, Banff
Ollie #12 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews
Banff National Park's largest waterway.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  9.3 km from city centre
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Sunshine Village
Ollie #13 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: Close to the Town of Banff, Canada’s highest elevated resort has great, guaranteed snow conditions from December to May, with an average annual...... more » Owner description: Close to the Town of Banff, Canada’s highest elevated resort has great, guaranteed snow conditions from December to May, with an average annual snowfall of over 30 feet, on over 3,300 acres of terrain! Plus, enjoy the novel opportunity to ski or ride in both the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia on the same run. « less
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  106.5 km from city centre
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Willow Stream Spa at The Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff
Ollie #14 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Bow Falls, Banff
Ollie #15 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4 of 5 stars 91 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Vermilion Lakes, Banff
Ollie #16 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews

Location Details:  Directions: 5 minute drive (1.5 miles) northwest of Banff. From downtown, take Mount Norquay Rd north towards the Trans-Canada Hwy (Hwy 1). For the Fenland... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  423.4 km from city centre
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The Lake Louise Ski Area
Ollie #17 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. Located in the heart of majestic, historic...... more » Owner description: Spectacular scenery awaits at Lake Louise with uniquely beautiful terrain that is both vast and varied. Located in the heart of majestic, historic Banff National Park, Lake Louise is truly legendary and offers the world's finest terrain. With 4200 skiable acres, Lake Louise is one of the largest ski areas in North America. « less
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  51.3 km from city centre
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Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola, Lake Louise
Ollie #18 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 54 reviews
Owner description: Cruise for fourteen glorious minutes, in an open chair or a fully enclosed gondola, to one of the world's great views! From the top, at 2088m...... more » Owner description: Cruise for fourteen glorious minutes, in an open chair or a fully enclosed gondola, to one of the world's great views! From the top, at 2088m (6850ft).The end of the lift and gondola ride is only the start of the adventure. At the top of the lift and gondola Interpretive Programs are available daily, including indoor presentations and themed guided walks.Stop by and enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast, lunch, or dinner prepared fresh, and served daily in the Lodge of the Ten Peaks! « less
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  50.0 km from city centre
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Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff
Ollie #19 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Rimrock Spa, Banff
Ollie #20 of 60 attractions in Banff National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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