Banff National Park is Canada’s first national park, established in 1885. From Banff’s humble beginnings as a 26 square kilometre hot springs reserve, Banff National Park now consists of 6,641 square kilometres of unparalleled mountain scenery nestled in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies.
Banff is only 150 km away from Calgary. There are many ways to travel from Calgary to Banff but you can get there in about 2 hours if you drive yourself. Another option is traveling from Vancouver to Banff by train. The Rocky Mountaineer and VIA rail tours offer the every traveler unparalleled views of the Canadian Rockies. Not to mention the comfort of the train in which you are riding, or the first-class dining available to you as you go.
Each year, millions of visitors come to Banff to marvel at the emerald waters of Lake Louise, walk amongst the flower-filled heavens at Sunshine Meadows, and drive beneath the towering jagged peaks lining the Icefields Parkway.
Your Official Destination Guide To Banff, Alberta
Take a summer sightseeing tour and marvel at the snow-capped peaks, glistening glaciers, tranquil lakeshores, raging river rapids, ancient glaciers and sweeping vistas are just one part of the allure of Banff National Park. We also offer all the best summer and winter activities in the Canadian Rockies. We offer the best white water rafting Banff trip in the Canadian Rockies! Plus our golfing, hiking, ziplining tours, wildlife watching, mountain climbing, biking, fishing, and all types of guided tours are second to none.
Banff National Park is Canada’s first national park, established in 1885. From Banff’s humble beginnings as a 26 square kilometre hot springs reserve, Banff National Park now consists of 6,641 square kilometres of unparalleled mountain scenery nestled in the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies.
Banff is only 150 km away from Calgary. There are many ways to travel from Calgary to Banff but you can get there in about 2 hours if you drive yourself. Another option is traveling from Vancouver to Banff by train. The Rocky Mountaineer and VIA rail tours offer the every traveler unparalleled views of the Canadian Rockies. Not to mention the comfort of the train in which you are riding, or the first-class dining available to you as you go.
Each year, millions of visitors come to Banff to marvel at the emerald waters of Lake Louise, walk amongst the flower-filled heavens at Sunshine Meadows, and drive beneath the towering jagged peaks lining the Icefields Parkway.
Your Official Destination Guide To Banff, Alberta
Take a summer sightseeing tour and marvel at the snow-capped peaks, glistening glaciers, tranquil lakeshores, raging river rapids, ancient glaciers and sweeping vistas are just one part of the allure of Banff National Park. We also offer all the best summer and winter activities in the Canadian Rockies. We offer the best white water rafting Banff trip in the Canadian Rockies! Plus our golfing, hiking, ziplining tours, wildlife watching, mountain climbing, biking, fishing, and all types of guided tours are second to none.
ADMISSION
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Many accommodations in this area fill up for the summer holidays at a rapid pace. If you are planning on visiting the Canadian Rockies do not hesitate – Banff National Park receives over 4.5 million visitors a year – the bulk of which visit in June – Sept. followed by a second wave for the ski season – book in advance. Many accommodations in the Banff area also offer ski packages, cater to families or have special suites for your wedding or romantic getaway.
Alberta Public Holidays
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- New Year’s Day – Wed., Jan. 1
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- Family Day – Mon., Feb. 17
- Good Friday – Fri., Apr. 10
- Easter Monday – Mon., Apr. 13
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- Victoria Day – Mon., May 18
- Canada Day – Wed., Jul. 1
- Civic Holiday – Mon., Aug. 3
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- Labour Day – Mon., Sep. 7
- Thanksgiving – Mon., Oct. 12
- Remembrance Day – Wed., Nov. 11
- Christmas Day – Fri., Dec. 25
more info
QUESTIONS?
Please refer to the FAQs section and download the brief for more details
ADMISSION
Details
Many accommodations in this area fill up for the summer holidays at a rapid pace. If you are planning on visiting the Canadian Rockies do not hesitate – Banff National Park receives over 4.5 million visitors a year – the bulk of which visit in June – Sept. followed by a second wave for the ski season – book in advance. Many accommodations in the Banff area also offer ski packages, cater to families or have special suites for your wedding or romantic getaway.
Alberta Public Holidays
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- New Year’s Day – Wed., Jan. 1
-
- Family Day – Mon., Feb. 17
- Good Friday – Fri., Apr. 10
- Easter Monday – Mon., Apr. 13
-
- Victoria Day – Mon., May 18
- Canada Day – Wed., Jul. 1
- Civic Holiday – Mon., Aug. 3
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- Labour Day – Mon., Sep. 7
- Thanksgiving – Mon., Oct. 12
- Remembrance Day – Wed., Nov. 11
- Christmas Day – Fri., Dec. 25
more info
QUESTIONS?
Please refer to the FAQs section and download the brief for more details
Address
Unit 3 210-Water Street,
Summerside, PE, Canada
Email Us
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