Must See Sights and Landmarks in Canmore Area

"Your jaw might just drop when you round the corner and take in the classic view of Banff Springs Hotel at the base of Sulphur Mountain. It only takes a few minutes to drive to this scenic lookout just east of town on the north shore of the Bow River. With older kids, you could even walk there from town on the Bow River Trail."

"The Fairmont is so iconic that you can’t really ignore it and should definitely get a shot there if possible, whether you’re in wedding get up or just taking some romantic shots!"

"The charming Banff Avenue was lined with many galleries, restaurants and stores. It helped a lot that sunset was at almost 10 PM everyday. Don’t miss strolling through this resort town surrounded by rugged mountain peaks."

"The Red Earth Spa is a full-service hotel spa in the Banff Caribou Lodge. They feature six treatment rooms where you can engage in therapeutic massage including hot stone, deep tissue and shiatsu. They also provide other spa treatments like body wraps, facials, and hand and foot grooming, all of which use top quality, natural and sustainable products."

"Featuring six treatment rooms and a full-service spa, The Red Earth Spa at Banff Caribou Lodge has something for everyone. Explore a variety of rejuvenating packages, including massage therapy and full body treatments."

"You’ll also find various accommodations in town and for this visit, we’re staying at Moose Hotel and Suites - a new upscale 4 star property that provides a warm & relaxing getaway just a few blocks away from Downtown Banff. The hotel features traditional rooms and suites that have kitchenettes and everything you’d need for a comfortable stay. There’s also an indoor pool, two roof-top outdoor pools and, for further pampering, there's Meadow Spa + Pools, offering a full range of services and access to a private outdoor hot pool."

"This spa is where you can soothe your hard-earned aches and pains with massages from your feet all the way up to your scalp. You can also take a dip in their private outdoor hot pool to relax for a complete spa experience. They offer a unique spa retreat for men that features a 60-minute therapeutic massage and a Refinery Facial."

"I love natural playgrounds, and this one does a great job of blending into the stunning scenery. The playground features slides, a climbing wall, and several fallen trees and tree stumps for climbing. On the other side of the park, there’s a faux-mountain that kids can climb or run underneath (there’s a small opening in the middle)."

"Banff gets hip with a microdistillery to complement its microbrewery, plying spirits (gin, vodka and whiskey) and beer made from Alberta's foothills' grain. It all goes down perfectly with a mesquite beef hoagie,..."

"The playground is located on the main drag of Banff, right next to several hotels, so it may be a convenient option if you’re visiting for several days. Read more about the Banff Rotary Playground here!"

"This is a very little known spot in Banff that has all the views and none of the crowds. It’s perfect for a wedding, which is why you can rent it for one from the town for next to nothing (check here for rates). It’s also a great spot for a quick photoshoot with the bridal party, and can easily be accessed through the back streets even on the busiest days of summer."

"Commonly known as ‘Sushi Train’, this restaurant serves up a wide assortment of sushi, sashimi, and small plate Japanese eats on – you guessed it – a model train!. It will circle the track around a chef crafting the pieces right before your eyes. Cozy up to your dinner mate and even make a few new friends at their bar-style seating for up to 18 people."

"We love sushi, and we love a good deal, so Banff Sushi is a slam dunk for us. The novelty of the sushi train was definitely appreciated and brought us back to Japan as we nabbed tantalizing bites of sushi off the Canadian train engine. If you like sushi, this may be one of the best deals in Banff."

"For cheap sushi that is authentic and high quality check out Banff Sushi House. It’s a pretty small hole in the wall spot and there isn’t much of an ambiance. However, the sushi is cheap, delicious, and the staff is very friendly."

"We’ve tried several Canmore sushi restaurants, but we always come back to Mii Sushi. Whether we eat in or order takeout, we feel that Mii Sushi has the best sushi in Canmore. Everyone’s tastes are different , of course, but our favorited at This excellent Canmore sushi restaurant are the tuna sashimi, salmon sushi I, the Mii house special roll, the mango salmon roll and the Flames roll."