What to do in Canadian Rockies

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Canadian Rockies featuring snow and mountains

Canadian Rockies Attractions

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Canadian Rockies is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Canadian Rockies to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Canadian Rockies Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Jasper National Park

The town of Jasper lies in the heart of Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. Many visitors to the Canadian Rockies choose this rustic alpine village as their base, making use of the wide range of accommodation and dining options. Even if you are just passing through, you will find enough activities to keep you busy for the day.

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This quaint mountain town is the perfect base for outdoor activities and a peaceful place to stay while visiting the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

2. Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake is one of the most photographed scenes in Canada. The “Twenty Dollar View” takes in the turquoise lake and ten surrounding mountains. The vista was once the picture on the back of 20-dollar notes in Canada, and the nickname stuck.

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Lake Minnewanka which includes landscape views, forests and kayaking or canoeing

3. Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs is a thermal pool within the gorgeous landscapes of Banff National Park. Come here to relax in the geothermally heated and bubbling mineral water that flows from the Earth’s crust through the Sulphur Mountain Thrust Fault. Marvel at panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains as the therapeutic water cleanses and soothes your body. Have a scenic picnic or eat at the café at Upper Hot Springs.

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4. Banff Gondola

Some of the best views in the Canadian Rockies can be enjoyed from the top of Sulphur Mountain. Take the Banff Gondola to the summit. The eight-minute ride offers spectacular views from a glass-enclosed cabin. The Summit Complex at the end of the gondola ride has restaurants, a gift shop and multiple viewing platforms. Look out over six different mountain ranges, through valleys and down onto the town of Banff.

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Banff Gondola which includes mountains, landscape views and snow

5. Lake Louise Mountain Resort

This premier destination is the place to be when you want that top winter getaway. From ski vacations to ski school and ski tours, Lake Louise has it all. Discover great deals for Lake Louise ski packages and start making your plans now! Winter is just around the corner and the excitement begins now!

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Lake Louise Mountain Resort featuring snow skiing and snow

6. Icefields Parkway

Icefields Parkway, also known as Highway 93, runs through the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The Parks are classed as a world heritage site because of their pristine beauty and on the Icefields Parkway you get to see the best of it during one epic journey. En route, you’ll get to see lakes, glaciers, and peaks and you can get involved in several outdoor activities.

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This is one of North America’s most awe-inspiring journeys. Snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and glaciers are a few of the wonders you’ll see along the way.

7. Yoho National Park

Yoho National Park encompasses a section of the Canadian Rockies, where jagged mountain peaks zigzag into pristine river valleys. Discover astonishing lookouts, geological wonders and tranquil forests as you drive, hike or ski through the landscape. Covering an area of 507 square miles (1,313 square kilometers), Yoho National Park packs heritage sites, fascinating fossil deposits and 28 peaks over 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) into its UNESCO World Heritage-listed expanse.

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Yoho National Park showing a lake or waterhole and a bridge as well as a couple

Recommended things to do in Canadian Rockies

Number of things to do	180
Things to do from	CA $8
Cheapest thing to do	Calgary: Bow River Trail Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
Top 5 things to do	Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Tour from Calgary/Banff/Canmore Lake Louise & Yoho (Moraine Lake June - Oct) from Calgary/Banff Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket Full Day Tour in Moraine Lake, Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Shuttle Service between Canmore, Banff, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise
Half-day tours	Shuttle Service between Canmore, Banff, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Calgary to Banff (Canmore) Public Shuttle Banff Cave & Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour (Not a Ticket) Banff: Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour
With kids	Lake Louise & Yoho (Moraine Lake June - Oct) from Calgary/Banff Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket Full Day Tour in Moraine Lake, Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Shuttle Service between Canmore, Banff, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Discover Banff National Park - Day Trip

Discover the most popular places to visit in Canadian Rockies

Moraine Lake

4.5/5(252 reviews)

The view of this turquoise lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks has been immortalized on countless postcards and on the back of 20-dollar bills in Canada.

Upper Hot Springs

4.5/5(961 reviews)

Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

Banff Gondola

4.5/5(933 reviews)

Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.

Emerald Lake

5/5(168 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Emerald Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Field. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside, or seek out the hiking trails.

Lake Louise Mountain Resort

4.5/5(184 reviews)

If you are a snow bunny or love the exhilaration of taking the slopes with absolute abandon, Canada has what you are looking for at the Lake Louise Ski Resort.

Banff National Park Information Centre

4.5/5(336 reviews)

After visiting Banff National Park Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Icefields Parkway

4.5/5(489 reviews)

This is one of North America’s most awe-inspiring journeys. Snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and glaciers are a few of the wonders you’ll see along the way.

Pyramid Lake

4.5/5(216 reviews)

Cycle along nature paths and marvel at the diverse wildlife and thick forest that surrounds this tranquil lake in the Jasper National Park.

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Explore areas of Canadian Rockies

Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Banff Legacy Trail and Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.

Banff Centre District

If you're spending some time in Banff Centre District, Bow River and Walter Phillips Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Banff Legacy Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Canmore which includes a small town or village and mountains

Town Centre

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

While Town Centre isn't home to many top sights, Grassi Lakes and Canmore Recreation Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Tunnel Mountain District

If you're spending some time in Tunnel Mountain District, Surprise Corner and Tunnel Mountain Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Spring Creek

When in Spring Creek, you can plan a visit to Grassi Lakes and Canmore Caverns, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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