What's the Best Way to Sightsee in Banff National Park?
Discover the best ways to see Banff National Park, from guided sightseeing tours and eBike rentals to gondolas, lake cruises and bundled adventure packages.
Planning a trip to Banff National Park is one of the best ways to make the most of Canada’s rugged beauty and to celebrate the joy of exploring the Rocky Mountains. Whether you’re an Alberta local or visiting from afar, one of the most common questions we get is: What’s the best way to see all the best sights? From Moraine Lake, Lake Minnewanka, the Banff Gondola, and more, there’s no shortage of jaw-dropping panoramas and visuals to find. At Banff Adventures, we’re here to help you see more than ever before and create cherished memories in Canada’s biggest, wildest backyard.
As a team of dedicated locals, there’s nothing we love more than helping guests experience the park and see more than ever before. Whether you want the stress-free comfort of a fully guided tour, to zoom through the Bow Valley via eBike, or the chance to bundle your experiences for even more enjoyment, our team is here to help.
Below is a practical breakdown of Banff’s best sightseeing options to help you choose your travel style. Read on to learn more!
Guided Sightseeing Tours
If you want to cover the most ground in a single day without managing maps, driving in traffic, or hunting for parking (hint: you can’t park everywhere!), a guided tour is the most efficient choice. Tours treat you to the comfort and fun of navigating via coach or minibus while a friendly local guide handles all the driving, answers your questions, and shares fascinating stories about the park’s history, geology, and wildlife. This makes them the perfect blend of seeing and learning, and great for kids, adults, and everyone in between!
Some of our most popular guided tours include:
Discover Lake Louise & Moraine Lake: Enjoy guaranteed access to both iconic lakes! Walk up the famous Rockpile at Moraine Lake to capture the view of the Valley of the Ten Peaks (once featured on the Canadian $20 bill), view Victoria Glacier from the shores of Lake Louise, and enjoy complimentary hotel pick-up and maple cookies along the way.
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife: Perfect for a quick 3-hour morning adventure! Visit local Banff landmarks like the historic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, Hoodoos Viewpoint, and Lake Minnewanka.
Sunset & Stargazing Tours: Experience the park after dark with specialized tours to Two Jack Lake or sunset stops along the Bow Valley Parkway at Morant's Curve, complete with hot drinks, blankets, and telescopes for stargazing!
eBike Rentals
Renting an eBike from our store in downtown Banff is ideal if you prefer an active, outdoor experience and want to control your own schedule. Our knowledgeable team will set you up with the right gear, show you how to operate the bike, and map out the best local routes.
Best of all, our rental options include pedal-assist motors, making it easy to tackle mountain inclines for all fitness levels. You can ride along paved, vehicle-free routes like the Banff Legacy Trail or cruise down the scenic Bow Valley Parkway toward Johnston Canyon and enjoy the freedom to stop and snap photos at your leisure.
Bundled Sightseeing Packages
If you plan to visit multiple attractions across a few days, bundling your activities into a package is the best way to save time and money. Instead of booking separate admission tickets across different platforms, our packages let you pair sightseeing tours with iconic chairlifts, boat cruises, and rentals on one easy plan.
Popular sightseeing package options from Banff Adventures include:
Explore Banff Tour + Gondola + Lake Cruise: An 8-hour comprehensive tour that covers Banff's top viewpoints, includes a 360-degree ride up Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola, features a historic cruise on Lake Minnewanka, and includes lunch at Farm & Fire.
Pedal & Peaks Package: Combine a bike or eBike rental from our downtown store with a scenic ride up the Mt. Norquay Sightseeing Chairlift for panoramic views of the townsite and Bow Valley.
Ultimate Explorer Package: Pair a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield with a trip up the Banff Gondola and a scenic cruise on Lake Minnewanka.
See the Sights with Banff Adventures!
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