Exciting Summer Activities in Banff for Families
Family fun in Banff starts here! Explore sightseeing tours, bike rentals, gondola rides, horseback riding and summer packages for all ages.
Ready to pack up the crew and head into the wild this summer? Planning a family getaway to the Canadian Rockies is all about finding that sweet spot between epic outdoor thrills and easy logistics. Whether you are travelling with high-energy toddlers or hard-to-impress teenagers, the trick is picking activities where everyone has a blast without hitting a wall. At Banff Adventures, we love helping families swap screen time for trail time with zero stress! As a dedicated team of local experts, we’re here to help the whole family make the most of their time in Alberta’s biggest, wildest back yard.Learn more about family fun activities in Banff below!
Explore & See More
Want to see the absolute best viewpoints in the Bow Valley region? Our guided Banff Sightseeing Tours take all the guesswork out of mountain driving and parking. Your family can just relax in a comfortable seat while a friendly local guide handles the driving and shares cool stories about the park's wildlife and history.
If your crew prefers to move at their own pace, renting a bike is the perfect way to explore. Banff has miles of paved, wide pathways—like the famous Legacy Trail, making it easy to enjoy the fresh mountain breeze, spot elk in the meadows, and pull over for family photos whenever you feel like it.
Classic Mountain Adventures Everyone Will Love
No trip to the Rockies is complete until you get high up into the peaks! The legendary Banff Gondola is an absolute crowd-pleaser for all ages. The fully enclosed glass cabins zip you safely to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, where an awesome mountaintop boardwalk leads to 360-degree views, a hands-on discovery center for the kids, and great restaurants for everyone to enjoy.
To explore the valley the old-school cowboy way, you can slow things down with a guided Horseback Riding Tour. Our trail rides wander past the peaceful Spray River and along the massive base of Mount Rundle, offering views sure to wow and delight riders of all experience levels.
Score the Best Value with Family Bundles
Want the insider tip on making the most of your time in Banff? One of the smartest ways to organize your getaway is to "stack" your activities into a single purchase via our summer packages. Family friend packages include:
- The Activity Pass Package: This popular combo pairs a scenic 1-hour Horseback Riding Tour with your admission tickets for the Banff Gondola. It gives your family a taste of both the shaded forest trails and the highest peaks so you don’t have to worry about FOMO for any of Banff’s best views!
- The Best of Banff Package: The name says it all! For the ultimate line-up, this package combines a steady Canoe Rental on the beautiful Bow River, a 1-hour trail ride, and a pass for the Banff Gondola so you can explore at your own speed.
Proudly Canada Strong
As an established, leading local operator, Banff Adventures is proud to celebrate the beauty of the Canadian wild and to help you make the most of the Government of Canada’s Canada Strong initiative now through Sept. 7. Our main storefront is located right in the heart of downtown Banff on Bear Street, making it incredibly easy to swing by, chat with our team, grab your maps, or pick up your gear.
Don't leave your summer memories to chance! Book now to experience the Rockies like never before!
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