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Address: 107 Tunnel Mtn Dr, Box 1020, Banff, AB T1L 1H5
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Originally a school for theater students, the Centre has evolved over the past 70 years to become an institution celebrated for its dedication to arts education and training. Artists in a variety of disciplines study on the 43-acre campus, expanding personal knowledge of their respective crafts and sharing ideas with...
Address: PO Box 900, Banff, AB T0L 0C0
The town of Banff is actually located inside Banff National Park. At 6641 square kilometers (2564 square miles), the park is a vast playground for close to four million visitors annually. Most are outdoorsy types who enjoy hiking, backcountry camping, cross country skiing, rock climbing, fishing, and a wealth of other...
Address: 91 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4
Set in a rustic pagoda near the Bow River, this museum dates from the turn of the last century. It houses a collection of native creatures that have been stuffed and mounted for display. Most of the specimens date from 1890 to 1930 and were acquired when hunting was permitted in the area. The museum, which has the...
Address: 1 Birch Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A8
Commemorating the contributions and presence of native Americans in the area, this museum has been in operation since 1952. Named for a local shopkeeper and friend of the Indians, the facility maintains displays on hunting, culture, and domestic activities. Clothing, a teepee, and quilts are among the many items...
Address: 1009 Larch Pl, Canmore, AB T1W 1S7
One of the more adventurous outings in the Canadian Rockies, this 4-km (2.5-mile) cave system is hidden under Grotto Mountain and has had no "improvements" or safety features added. That means no stairs, elevators, lights (you'll wear a headlamp), handrails or boardwalks. Guides lead you through Rat's Nest Cave where...
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
Address: 1988 Olympic Wy, Canmore, AB T1W 2T6
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park was the site of the 1988 Winter Olympics Nordic Skiing events, plus several other mountain bike and cross-country skiing competitions. With 65 km (40 miles) of exceptional ski trails and numerous single track mountain bike trails, the provincial park is popular year round. Trails...
Address: 602 Bow Valley Tr, Canmore, AB
One of Canada's oldest official sports, dogsledding predates even hockey. This company, located near Grotto Mountain, offers a wide range of tours, from two hours to full days to overnights. Their three-acre kennel is home to about 150 amazingly athletic dogs who will not only impress with their physical strength and...
Address: Sunshine Access Rd, Off Hwy 1, Banff, AB T1L 1J5
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Celebrated for its incredible powder and all-natural snow, Sunshine has one of the longest ski seasons in the area. Spread across 3 mountains, its 103 runs are accessible by skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. Challenging terrain is also available for those who want to test their mettle and their...
Address: 101 Mountain Ave, Sulphur Mountain, Banff, AB T0E 1E0
Just a brief drive south of town, these thermal springs draw bathers year-round to their warm, soothing waters. The complex, which was renovated in 1996, has attracted visitors since the 1880s and now boasts modern facilities, including a large outdoor pool, a wading pool, and an indoor spa. Several shops and a cafe...
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Address: 111 Bear St, Banff, AB T1L 1A3
Instituted in 1968 to house materials conserving the heritage of the Rockies, this museum is now one of Banff's best and most comprehensive. With extensive collections of literature and art, the Whyte Museum houses thousands of items, including journals, oral histories, photographs, and artifacts relating to mountain...
