Banff ABGeneral Information about Banff ABFound within the region of Alberta's Rockies the resort town of Banff AB is one of Canada's most visited tourist attractions. Ideally located in the Banff National Park, the town itself is set at an elevation of 4,800 feet and has been inhabited since 1880. Banff AB boasts spectacular scenery from Mount Norquay, Cascade Mountain, Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle. The population of Banff AB is approximately 9,000 residents, but this figure does increase during peak tourist seasons.
Most people visit Banff AB because of the area's quality ski conditions but there are many other activities available for those who don't ski. Banff AB also boasts a variety of popular hot springs which adds to the towns popularity. Other activities worth participating in is cycling and hiking.
The two most popular ski resorts in the area are known as Ski Norquay and Sunshine Village with the ski season beginning in December and ending in April. Ski Norquay is set within the Canadian Rockies and is not for the light hearted, with a massive vertical drop of over 500 metres. Skiing conditions of Sunshine Village ski resort are suitable for beginners and advance skiers.
The closest airport near Banff AB is the Calgary International Airport located in the town of Calgary at a distance of approximately 129 kilometres. Transfers from the airport is simple with many tour buses meeting connecting flights. Attractions in Banff ABBelow are a selection of Attractions located in Banff AB, Canada. Alternatively, you can browse through all Banff AB Attractions.
BROWSE ALL BANFF AB ATTRACTIONS Hostels in Banff ABBelow are a selection of Hostels located in Banff AB, Canada. Alternatively, you can browse through all Banff AB Hostels. | NAME | LOCATION | RATE (from) | RATING |  HI Lake Louise (-116.1898612)
Village Road, Box 115 Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta, Banff AB, Banff AB, AB, Canada
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#801 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, Alberta, Banff AB, Banff AB, AB, Canada
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449 Banff Avenue, T0L 0C0, Banff, Alberta, Banff AB, Banff AB, AB, Canada T1L 1A5
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