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Banff is nestled in the Rocky Mountains, approximatly 110 kilometers from Calgary. At an elevation of 4,537 feet (1,383 metres), it is the highest town in Canada. With a population of only around 7,500 people, it remains a quaint escape from the hustle and bustle of big city life.
Banff Facts
The name "Banff" is derived from Banffshire, Scotland, the birthplace of two of the original directors of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
The highest mountain in Banff National Park is Mt. Forbes which stands at 11,850 feet (3,612 metres).
Mountains in Banff National Park are 45 to 120 million years old.
More than 4,000,000 visitors travel to Banff National Park every year since 1996.
Banff was established in 1885 as Canada's first National Park (third in the world) and was the birth of Canada's vast national parks system.
Getting To Banff
Please note: A permit is required for all visitors to Banff National Park and is available at the park entry gates and visitor centresIf driving from Calgary to Banff, take the Trans-Canada Highway (also called Highway 1 as indicated on the map below) west to the Banff exit, and follow the signs a short distance to Banff townsite. Approximate distance from the Calgary International Airport to the Banff townsite is 145 km (90 miles). Allow 1.5 - 2 hours of driving time.
Banff Airporter - Daily, scheduled transportation between Calgary International Airport to Banff and Canmore and return. Door to door drop offs and pick ups in Banff. Drops offs and Pick ups in Canmore at major hotels along the Bow Valley Trail. Reservations required for all Banff and Canmore pick ups and recommended for any scheduled transfers.
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Car Rental - Rent your own car and enjoy driving through the mountains into town. There is always lots of parking available. To make a rental reservation click here.
Where to Eat
EarlsEarls. Great food. Great people
Location: 229 Banff Avenue
Phone: (403) 762-4414
Bumper's The Beef House
If you haven't been to Bumper's... You haven't been to Banff!
Location: 603 Banff Avenue
Phone: (403) 762-2622
Melissa's Restaurant and Bar
Our delightful and unique building has been a landmark and a local favorite in Banff since 1928. Designed and built as a restaurant, Melissa's is locally owned and operated and proud to be part of the heritage of Banff National Park.
Location: 218 Lynx Street
Phone: (403) 762-5511
The Grizzly House
The specialty here is fondue -- from cheese to hot chocolate, and everything in between, including seafood, rattlesnake, frogs' legs, alligator, and buffalo fondue. Steaks and game dishes are the Grizzly's other specialty.
Location: 207 Banff Ave
Phone: (403) 762-4055