Travel guide · Canada
Banff: what to see and when to go
Banff National Park is Canada's first national park, in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, with turquoise glacial lakes, jagged peaks and abundant wildlife. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway are among the most beautiful places in North America.
What to see and do in Banff
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
Turquoise lakes beneath glaciers, reached by shuttle or bus in summer.
Icefields Parkway
One of the world's most scenic drives, north to Jasper past glaciers and waterfalls.
Banff town and the gondola
A mountain town with the Sulphur Mountain gondola and hot springs.
Johnston Canyon
Catwalks bolted to the canyon walls, leading to waterfalls.
Wildlife
Elk, bighorn sheep and bears along the Bow Valley Parkway.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: May.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 9 hr, 45 min | ≈ €520 · See flights |
| New York | 5 hr | ≈ €290 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 3 hr | ≈ €180 · See flights |
| Dubai | 15 hr, 15 min | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Singapore | 17 hr, 30 min | ≈ €700 · See flights |
| Sydney | 17 hr, 15 min | ≈ €700 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €830 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Canada
- Currency
- Canadian Dollar
- Good for
- mountains · nature · wild
- How long to stay
- 3–6 days
- Where to stay
- Banff town or Canmore; Lake Louise village for early starts at the lakes.Find a place to stay in Banff
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Banff and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: May. Average highs range from -6° in December to 23° in July.
How many days do you need in Banff?
3 to 6 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Banff cost?
Accommodation runs at around €100 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €830 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 9 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Banff?
Banff town or Canmore; Lake Louise village for early starts at the lakes.
