Top Things to do in Banff
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Banff, Canadian Rockies
Flanked on all sides by the Rockies, Banff offers an irresistible combination of perfect powder, luxury lodges, fine dining and lively nightlife. A thriving arts scene and proximity to Lake Louise and Kananaskis County add to its allure. Don’t miss the hoodoos, intriguing rock spires, in Banff National Park.
Restaurants in Banff
1. Parker Ridge Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 554 reviews
Reviewed By hp_hphan - Ontario, Canada
I was very fortunate to see mountain goats. They were running from one side to the other. It was quite windy at the too but the View was amazing. Definitely recommend this hike.
2. Hydra River Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,008 reviews
Rafting on the Kicking Horse is a MUST DO activity during your vacation to the Canadian Rockies. Let Hydra River Guides introduce you to the water we call home. We offer rafting trips to suit all budgets and abilities, starting at only $59. 190,000 rafters can’t be wrong. Are you ready to join us?
3. Chinook Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,810 reviews
Closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary with daily half day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, our fun-loving professional guides will provide you with the best whitewater rafting adventure. Perfect activity for families (5 years and up), and groups like Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties or your Corporate Team Building Event.
4. White Mountain Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 247 reviews
White Mountain Adventures is an outdoor adventure company specializing in active pursuits such as hiking, walking, and snowshoeing as well as outdoor team-building games and events. We offer adventures in Banff, Alberta, including guided public and private hikes, activities, and events in the Bow Valley including Canmore and Lake Louise for individuals, and groups of all types.
5. Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 136 reviews
Located in the mountains of Canmore, Alberta Canada. Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding offers Paddle Canada Certified Lessons, high quality board rentals, SUP sales and tours on SUP of the beautiful lakes and rivers in the Canadian Rockies. Love SUP, love life!
6. Banff Cycle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
Banff Cycle is a full service, bike rental and tour company. We rent e-bikes, hybrid and road bikes. We deliver and pick-up bike rentals right to your accommodation in Banff. Cycling day tours on e-bikes or hybrid bikes led by local interpretive guides.
7. Alpine Air Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
Alpine Air Adventures is an adventure tourism company offering guided high end skiing, rock climbing, ice climbing and alpine climbing trips. We offer the best Mountain adventures to suit any ability and skill level. Our Playground: The Rocky Mountains in Alberta and British Columbia.
8. Cory and Edith Passes
9. Helen Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Pinkdresses - Edmonton, Canada
Please be prepared with bear spray and bells. We heard a bear on the beginning of our hike and luckily were close by to other groups who also wore bells and visible spray. Better to be over-prepared than risk it! There have been sightings over the last few weeks as per All Trails as well. Not a path for simply running shoes but we did see it. Blizzard at the top of Cirque peak (beyond Helen lake). You should definitely continue on to get a beautiful view of Helen Lake.
10. Via Ferrata
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 422 reviews
Reviewed By ytpan3
The 6-hour summit tour was awesome! The scene throughout the day was breathtaking and our guide, Katsu, was caring, knowledgeable, and humorous, which made the trip even better. I’d totally recommend to people planning on visiting Banff to put via ferrata into the bucket list.
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