Plan your visit

Banff National Park

Home to glacial lakes and stunning mountain peaksit's no wonder Banff National Park is an adventure seekers paradise! It's essential to plan ahead before visiting Banff National Park.

Canada Strong Pass

Free admission and 25% off camping and overnight stays with Parks Canada is in effect from June 19 to September 72026.

Hours of operation

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How to get here

The best Banff National Park experience happens when you step out of your vehicle and explore the park.

Seasonal closures and restrictions

Get more information on planned closures and restrictions in Banff National Park.

Fees

Cost of daily park admissionParks Canada Discovery Passcamping feesbackcountry permitfishing permitguided hikes and other experiences in Banff...

Park passes

Get information on purchasing your pass to visit Banff National Park.

BanffNow

Parking at popular destinations fills up quickly. BanffNow offers real-time updates on traffic and available parking.

Wildlife and you

Your actions matter! Help protect this special place by learning the #WildlifeRules before you visit.

What to see

Top ten things to see and do in Banff National Park

Brochures and publications

Information on visiting Banff National Park

How to get here

Type	Location text	Location name	Address
1	Banff National Park	Banff National Park	<p><strong>Banff Visitor Centre</strong><br /> <span aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-map-marker-alt" title="Location" ="color: #55833b;"></span><span class="sr-only">Location:</span> 224 Banff Avenue<br /> BanffAB T1L 1B3</p> <p><strong>Phone</strong><br /> +1 (403) 762-1550</p> <p><strong>Email</strong><br /> <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> <hr /> <p><strong>Lake Louise Visitor Centre</strong><br> <span aria-hidden="true" class="fas fa-map-marker-alt" title="Location" ="color: #55833b;"></span><span class="sr-only">Location:</span><span> 201 Village Road,<br /> Lake LouiseAB T0L 1E0</span></p> <p><strong>Phone</strong><br /> +1 (403) 522-3833</p> <p><strong>Email</strong><br /> <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p>

How to get here

Location

Banff Visitor Centre
Location: 224 Banff Avenue
BanffAB T1L 1B3

Phone
+1 (403) 762-1550

Email
[email protected]

Lake Louise Visitor Centre
Location: 201 Village Road,
Lake LouiseAB T0L 1E0

Phone
+1 (403) 522-3833

Email
[email protected]

Directions

Banff National Park is located in the province of Alberta in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. It is situated 128 km (80 miles) west of Calgary401 km (250 miles) southwest of Edmonton and 850 km (500 mi) northeast of Vancouver.

Air travel

The closest airport to Banff National Park is Calgary International Airportapproximately 144 km East of the park.

Public Transit and shuttles

Relax and enjoy the sceneryeven before you reach the parkusing several transit options from Calgary to Banff National Park.

Private transport

There are a number of private transportation options available to transport you from Calgary to Banff. For a list of available servicesvisit Banff Lake Louise Tourism.