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Things To Do
The largest town in the area, Banff is a thriving tourist destination all year round. Offering a wide range of activities during the ski season, there's plenty of options for non-skiers and those looking for a day off from the slopes.
Outdoor activities
Snowmobiling
Ice skating
Snowshoeing
Heli-skiing
Cross-country skiing
Night-skiing
Ice-climbing
Ice-fishing
Sleigh rides
Dog-sledding
Walking tours
Wildlife spotting trips
Outdoor pool
Indoor activities
Sports centre
Gym
Swimming
Cinema
Recreation
The area is home to plenty of day spas and beauty centres, offering both decadent services and therapeutic treatments, with many located in the numerous hotels. Banff Upper Hot Springs offer a unique way to relax, with the natural mineral water pool ideally situated amongst spectacular scenery. A rustic mountain town with a cosmopolitan air, Banff offers visitors a vibrant base with excellent shopping and dining. Trendy boutiques and cafes line the streets and numerous shops sell a range of various goods, from designer clothing to authentic arts, crafts and souvenirs. The Banff Centre is a well-known cultural centre, presenting various music, dance, theatre and opera productions throughout the year. There are many art galleries in town, and a number of interesting museums to tour.
Dining
The dining scene in Banff is eclectic and diverse. From casual on-mountain snacks to memorable gourmet dinners, the town offers a great choice, including Indian, Italian, French, Mexican, Thai, Japanese and Greek, to name a few. Try local Canadian specialities such as game, elk, caribou and salmon, or enjoy an authentic Wild West steakhouse or cowboy hangout.
Après-ski
There's plenty of choice in Banff, with après-ski options including quiet saloons, happy-hour specials and late-night clubs and discos. Many bars offer live bands and entertainment, and there are plenty of places to take in traditional country and western music.
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