Top Things to do in Banff National Park
6 Art Galleries in Banff National Park That You Shouldn't Miss
With Cascade Mountain to the north and Sulphur Mountain to the south, the town of Banff boasts a magnificent Canadian Rocky Mountain setting. Travelers are spoiled for choice by the irresistible combination of luxury lodges, perfect powder, renowned restaurants and energetic nightlife on offer. With both summer and winter appeal, Banff lures visitors to its stores, spas and slopes year-round.
Restaurants in Banff National Park
1. All In The Wild Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
All in the Wild Photography provides beautiful and artistic photographs of wildlife from Western Canada, Canada's Arctic and Alaska. The photographer and owner is Jason Leo Bantle. Jason has been photographing wildlife for over 10 years and has a deep passion and respect for nature. Most of Jason's works are still captured on 35mm film. No digital enhancements or filter are used.
Reviewed By Greenlakereener - Vancouver, Canada
You have to go to this gallery if you are in The wildlife photographs by Jason Bumtle are absolutely incredible, as he is an award winning wildlife photographer. If it’s not too busy, get the salesperson to tell you the stories behind each one. There is a whole series of polar bear photos that are amazing. Each one is unique and so wonderful to see! We spent over an hour in the gallery and loved every minute. The photos are sold in a variety of sizes and the smaller ones are very affordable. The bigger ones, which are really the best, cost a lot more, $500 and up. But even if you don’t buy, you need to see these photographs!
2. Canada House Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Since 1974 Canada House Gallery has been a destination for Canadian art in Banff. Representing over 50 painters, 20 sculptors, 3 jewellery designers plus Inuit art there's always something new and exciting to see. You'll receive a warm welcome from friendly and informative gallerists. If you don't see what you're looking for, let us know - we have many works tucked away in the back room. Everyone is welcome... come on in after hiking, skiing, cycling, horseback riding.... our art friends enjoy our gallery in their jeans, gortex and spandex!
Reviewed By Typical-60plus - Calgary, Canada
We have bought several paintings from there over the years. We always stop by to see what they have new even when we are not in the market. They have a broad selection.
3. Willock & Sax Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
4. Samson Native Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Samson Native Gallery showcases art, paintings, and sculpture from renowned First Nations artisans as well as various gifts including: Mukluks, Jewellery, Fashion Accessories, Kitchenware and more. We operate under seasonal hours; please call, e-mail, or visit our website for the store hours of your visit. Thank you.
Reviewed By Evi_02 - Salinas, United States
We loved this store, as it offered many varieties of local made pieces. It is refreshing to find a store and gallery likes this. It is in a small mall on your way up to the Chateau Lake Louise. I would definitely stop there for a look and probably you will purchase.
5. About Canada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
To locals and regular visitors we are destination store for quality Canadian product. We strive to make the shopping experience interesting and enjoyable and to make the shopping environment comfortable. Our core philosophy is to provide neat Canadian products at an attractive price, and are consistently described by our customers as a beautiful store with lovely products.
Reviewed By sarahpWiltshire - Trowbridge, United Kingdom
When you think of a souvenir shop a tacky shop comes to mind selling mass produced rubbish. This shop however is a breath of fresh air selling lovely gifts made in Canada. The prices are not too high and the products are good quality. Definitely worth a visit.
6. Mountain Galleries at the Fairmont Banff Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Located in The Fairmont Banff Springs, Mountain Galleries is a favourite stop for collectors of Canadian art, featuring museum-quality paintings, sculpture and unique Inuit carvings. Frequently hosting exhibitions, artist demonstrations and workshops, the mission of the gallery is to support and promote Canadian artists.
Reviewed By landlw - Maghull, United Kingdom
We have been to Canada a few times and just love to visit the Mountain Galleries located in the Fairmont the staff are always so helpful and knowledgeable about the pieces on display. We are big fans of Canadian art especially the bear sculptures created by native artists from the Inuit dancing bears to the grand statement pieces by Katherine Jenkinson we just wish we could take them all home with us. I had called in on my own and had a walk around the gallery with one of the staff talking about some of the pieces when I saw two small bronze bears by Katherine Jenkinson I knew as soon as I went in with my wife we would buy at least one of them. A couple of days later I called in with my wife before we went out skiing for the day and as soon as she saw the bronze bears she agreed that we should have one of them but when we decided on which one we liked most the other one looked so lonely we had to buy them both. We talked to the staff who were extremely helpful about the bears and they were more than happy to keep them to one side while we went skiing for the day. On our return we called back into the gallery where the bears we all ready for us to pick up they were well wrapped for us to take back to the UK . Now that we are home they look so good and compliment the dancing bear we purchased the other year in Whistler, maybe next time we will buy one of the larger bears and arrange for it to be shipped back to the UK we just need to find a space for it.
