Museums and Attractions

Three great attractions for one great price! The Banff Heritage Passport is your passport to experience Banff’s culture. The Banff Heritage Passport gives you access to the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff Park Museum and the Cave and Basin. It's a convenient and economical way to learn about the people, history, wildlife and geology of Banff's past.

Enjoy a soak in the sulphur pools at the historic and newly renovated Banff Upper Hot Springs. Kept between 37 and 40 degrees celsius (98 and 104 Fahrenheit), this is the 'perfect' way to relax after a day of exploring. This venue offers magnificent views of the Bow Valley and an onsite spa service, gift shop and snack bar.

The Lake Minnewanka valley offers some of the most interesting and spectacular scenery found anywhere in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy a lake cruise while you discover the history and beauty of the Lake of the Water Spirits". Be sure to keep your camera on hand for chances to spot wildlife along the shores.

'The' must-do activity in Banff. Sit back and relax in a 4 passenger, glass enclosed gondola. Marvel at the unsurpassed view of Banff and the Bow Valley in a breathtaking journey to the top of Sulphur Mountain. You will feel like you're on top of the world when you are standing on the spacious main level observation deck. Be sure to bring a sweater or light jacket as the wind can become quite cool at 2,285 metres above sea level.

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies located at 111 Bear Street in Banff introduces visitors to the history and culture of this unique mountain area. The museum offers a glimpse of the "Spirit of the Wilderness" through displays and programs.