The kid-friendly Rimrock Hotel is the closest hotel to the Banff Gondola

4 Incredible Banff Gondolas – Which One Should You Choose?

Millions of visitors flock to Banff National Park every year to enjoy the raw and rugged beauty of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. As beautiful as the mountain ranges are from the Bow Valley floor, there’s no better way to appreciate the size and magnitude of the Canadian Rockies than from the top of a Banff mountain. The easiest way to enjoy these mountaintop views are via one of these excellent Banff gondolas.

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Banff Gondola - Sulphur Mountain

The Banff Gondola – With Tips from Locals

The Banff Gondola is one of the best things to do in Banff National Park. Visitors who take the Banff sightseeing gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain will be treated to 360-degree views of the majestic Canadian Rockies, a state-of-the art Upper Terminal with several excellent restaurants.

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View of Mt Rundle from Hoodoos Trail - Banff in May

Your Ultimate Guide to Banff in May

May in Banff is a month of change. As a local, I love this time of year because it feels like the park is slowly waking up from winter. You still get snow on the mountain peaks, but down in the valleys, trails are starting to dry out, lakes are beginning to thaw, and the town comes alive with that early-season energy. It’s not quite summer yet, but it’s full of potential.

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yellow wildflowers grow next to the Marsh Loop Trail, on of the best easy hikes in the Banff townsite.

Avoid These 35 Mistakes when Visiting Banff National Park

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park will amaze you with its awe-inspiring vistas, emerald lakes, and abundant wildlife. It’s a playground for adventurers, a sanctuary for nature lovers, and a bucket-list destination for many travelers from around the globe. Unfortunately, I see visitors making some of the same mistakes over and over when visiting Banff.

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