Free things to do · Banff
Free things to do in Banff
No-spend weekends in Banff — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
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Top spots in Banff
Banff Gondola
FamilySulphur Mountain
8-minute ride to a boardwalk above town.
Banff Upper Hot Springs
OutdoorsSulphur Mountain
Soak in mineral pools with mountain views, open year-round.
Johnston Canyon
OutdoorsBow Valley Pkwy
Catwalks over waterfalls; ice-walks in winter.
Lake Louise
OutdoorsDay trip
Glacial turquoise lake under Victoria Glacier — canoe or hike Plain of Six.
Lake Louise Ski Resort
OutdoorsLake Louise
4,200 acres of powder across four faces.
Larch Valley
OutdoorsMoraine area
Golden larches peak late Sept.
Moraine Lake
OutdoorsDay trip
Valley of the Ten Peaks — shuttle-only, go for sunrise.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Gondola. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Banff and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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