Ready for a birds-eye view of Banff and the majestic mountains surrounding the area? No need to hike the switchback trails 3000ft up to the top, there's a fun little gondola ride you can take! We had a group of 8 people, which was perfect to fit into two gondolas. The rides up and down are about 5min long and you get a nice 360 view of the area. Once at the top, there's a few boarded walking paths with overviews to take your pictures. The walk all the way to the opposite point is another 5-10mins. It's a casual walk but it does include about 100 stairs for those who may have difficulty getting around. If you don't want to make the walk, there's a coffee shop and restaurant where you can dine with a view. There's wildlife around to see as well- goats, chipmunks, birds and more. We didn't see any bears but they do advise bear spray. We spent about 45min up top, making the round-trip experience about 1 hour. It was the perfect way to enjoy the crisp morning air on a sunny summer day! read more

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We made reservations in advance via Pursuit Pass for departure time and return time. Print out all tickets in advance in case of SOS before arrival for faster check-in. If you're taking a free shuttle from Brewster Transportation, there are certain areas in Banff where shuttle will pick up and drop off passengers. Allow over an hour before departure time: 1) Park your vehicle in free or paid public parking. 2) Walk to designated shuttle area(s). 3) Shuttle(s) will make multiple stops prior to arriving at Sulphur Mountain. We enjoyed the magnificent scenery from various elevation levels indoors and outdoors. Highest peak at 7,846 ft. There's a plethora of information to read, washrooms, hydration station to refill water flask(s), casual and fine dining, observatory deck, fireplace, gelato cart, gift shop, Starbucks. We spent about a little less than two hours exploring everywhere on upper level before descending and catching the shuttle. Worth the exhilarating and fascinating experience! read more

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The Banff Gondola is a to do while in Banff. If you're not a mountain climber but you want to get the effect of being right up there with them, this is the easiest way to do it. I was late a half hour from my designated time slot however the ticket desk folk were forgiving and shifted my time to match my arrival. The gondola will get you up 7,486 feet = 700 meters in the air to view the stunning Canadian Rocky Mountains. The 360 degree views are amazing and they allow you to stay up on the viewing deck/boardwalk for at least 90 minutes. It's actually a nice walk and the views change as you move along the path. The altitude might get to some folks and there's a lot of stairs to climb so if you're not active, you may need to take more breaks. Thankfully the path has a lot of benches/viewpoints along the way if you need to catch your breath. I also managed to catch some wildlife and came across a family of non-threatening mountain sheep. Disclaimer: At best stay on the wooden boardwalk. There is a portion of the trail that is outside the designated leasehold area which are not guarded by rails. I can't remember exactly where this is but you'll know when you see it. It's mostly rock/gravel covered with no railing. The drop is sudden and one wrong move will cause you to fall over 7,000 feet. Your doom is either that or risk running into a bear if you go off path. The parking situation is decent as long as you don't go during prime hours. You will have to pay a separate fee to park your car if you're driving in as this location does not honor the Parks Canada parking pass (even if it's for Banff/Lake Louise). There are dining options if you want to eat lunch or dinner up above. Sky Bistro has some pretty sick views. On the way out they have a gift shop and Starbucks. Definitely do the Banff Gondola as a half day trip. It's fun and you won't regret it. read more

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A highlight of Banff! It's not just the gondola (which is a fairly long ride) but once you get to the top, you can walk around. There's a lot of stairs and views, a restaurant, a cafe, and a store. It's neat to explore up there. It felt like we were in the clouds. read more

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We took the shuttle bus up from the downtown shopping area. When we got there, it was completely packed with people. It felt a bit hectic. I was worried with a 4 rider limit, that my friend and our 3 kids wouldn't be let in together. But with how tiny they are, they let us all in and I'm grateful for that. I have a slight fear of heights so going up was not a pleasant experience. Going down was a lot better for me and felt faster. Reaching up top was great! There are so many activities in every level. And a fun walk outside. They had the fire going because it was so cold. Be aware if you follow the trail to walk it gets a bit harder to breathe as you go up. But it's a fun walk. Just remember that you'll be going up both ways. So if hiking is not your thing, don't attempt it. read more

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The Banff Gondola offers an incredible experience from start to finish. The 8-minute ride up Sulphur Mountain delivers stunning, unfolding views of the town and shrinking treelines. Once at the summit, the 360-degree panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, Banff town and Bow Valley are breathtaking--it truly feels like standing on top of a postcard. A huge bonus for families: the kids were given an awesome activity book! Completing all the tasks earned them a cool patch and sticker. It turned the whole trip into a fun, interactive adventure for them. What we loved: 1. The scenic boardwalk walk to the Cosmic Ray Station. 2. Great photo opportunities (the photo package we bought turned out amazing with fun backgrounds. 3. Spotting local wildlife, including mountain goats and squirrels. 4. Super friendly staff and excellent facilities, including educational exhibits, gift shops, and a Starbucks. Going on a Friday morning was a great choice--arriving at 8:40 AM meant we had our choice of parking spots. Just keep in mind that it gets busy fast; by the time we headed out at noon, parking was incredibly crowded. We spent about three hours exploring the top. Because we had a big breakfast, we skipped the nice-looking restaurants up top to save room for later and headed straight to the hot springs right next door afterward. Overall, a wonderful, reasonably priced experience that I would highly recommend to anyone! read more

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We decided to take the Banff Gondola on a whim, as it was a last minute idea after we arrived in town. Banff Gondola offers a wonderful, worthwhile experience and there's multiple viewpoints both indoors and outdoors. You can get some wonderful views of Banff and the Rockies. The tickets can be a little pricey, it was $315 for 3 adults, although if you purchase tickets in advance the price can be a bit lower ($80-$88 per person). There's a large lot with paid parking, and there's a gift shop and Starbucks in the main building where you enter, line up, and check in with staff. Each gondola can accommodate around 4-5 people. The gondola ride itself was enjoyable and offered great views on the ride up and return. Honestly, I'm not afraid of heights but some points of the gondola ride were a bit nerve-wracking. Otherwise, the experience was pretty awesome! I'd also suggest spending 2-3 hours exploring the different viewpoints and walking down the extended boardwalk for additional views. This area can be a bit steep with multiple steps and some incline, but it was a good, scenic walk. There's also a restaurant, gift shop, and outdoor seating area on the 4th floor. Definitely recommend checking out & riding the Banff Gondola if you're a first time visitor to the area. read more

With a gorgeous June day how can this be described as anything but incredible. Meet at the base with timed ticket, ride a 4-seater to top and take in the views, breeze, cool fresh air and vistas. Easy. Can ride or hike down. Areas to stand under heaters or fire pits or go inside if chilly. read more

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I recently visited Banff with my running group and they planned a whole week of activities for us. We had a free day to pick our own activity on our last day here. Out of the options that they presented to us, I chose the Banff Gondola. We spent the whole week running and hiking and I wanted something relaxing to do. The Banff Gondola takes you 2,292 feet up a steep mountainside to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. The ride itself is eight minutes long. After buying my ticket, I chilled at the Starbucks that is at ground level and watched the gondola take people up the mountain. There is also a gift shop next to it. Each gondola cabin is designed to hold up to four people and offers a 360-degree view as you ascend up the mountain. Once you arrive at the Banff Gondola Upper Terminal on Sulphur Mountain, you have four levels to explore. The fourth level is the rooftop observation deck where you get amazing panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. You can see the entire town of Banff from up here. There is also an outdoor boardwalk that leads to Sanson Peak. I spent a few hours up here exploring the different levels. There is a coffee shop and a couple of restaurants at the top. I did the walk from the observation deck to Sanson Peak and back. The views are just stunning. The observation deck can get crowded and it can get a little windy at times. I spent my time taking photographs and relaxing on the benches. I then grabbed a coffee before heading back down. The Banff Gondola is a little pricey, but I am glad I picked this activity. It was a nice way to close out my trip to Banff. read more

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Always an amazing experience to see all the views of nature from the top. The entrance fee went up to $199 for 2 adults; kids 5 and below are free. Alberta residents get 10% off. Quite expensive, but the experience is worth it. read more

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If you go to Banff, and you can handle heights, you MUST do the Gondola! I'm afraid of heights and ngl, I was a bit scared going up the gondola. Especially because one of my friends is a toddler who thought it would be fun to scare me and her husband by shaking it a bit. Ugh! haha However, I survived the 2,292 feet glide up to the Sulphur Mountain that took about 8 minutes to get up. We rode up while the sun was out, did some exploring up top, watched the sunset from the peak of the mountain then went down after nightfall. I'd highly recommend seeing sunset there - it was just awe inspiring. Riding the gondola ain't cheap at around $70-80 depending on the time of year & date, but goodness it was so well worth it. It's absolutely a must do while in Banff! read more

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A must when visiting Banff! Amazing views from atop Sulphur Mountain. Parking area is pretty large but fills up fast. There are kiosks to get parking passes. You buy tickets for the gondola ride from one of the ticket windows outside, off the parking area. Once you have your tickets, you can go inside and peruse the gift shop until your boarding time listed on your ticket. The operation runs very smoothly. We didn't have to wait in line long for anything during our visit. The gondola ride was pretty smooth and very scenic. We really enjoyed it. Once you get to the observation deck on Sulphur Mountain, there are information kiosks to view, and restrooms available, before heading out to the boardwalk. The boardwalk has amazing views as well. There are plenty of benches along the way to rest. We thoroughly enjoyed this stop. One of our favorite adventures this trip. Highly recommend! read more

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FUN BANFF GONDOLA RIDE We heeded everyone's advice to not buy gondola tickets too far in advance of our Banff trip to avoid rainy and cloudy days. It was overcast for most of our trip with clouds covering Sulphur Mountain but luckily the skies cleared and the sun came out mid-week. Check the live webcam - you will not see much on cloudy days :o( Perhaps no one was buying tickets because of the prior rainy days but we easily purchased last-minute tickets on-line. Note: the Banff Gondola employs dynamic pricing so our last-minute tickets came at a high premium. Although Banff was still crowded with September tourists, the gondola crowd that day was not too bad - when we arrived at the gondola base, we saw the line to buy tickets was not too long, we did not have to share the gondola on our ride up or down Sulphur Mountain, there were no lines at the restaurants and there was no conga line of tourists on the boardwalk hiking up to the Cosmic Ray Station and Sanson's Peak. For us, the Banff Gondola ride was all about the spectacular panoramic views of the mountains surrounding Sulphur Mountain and the sky-high view of the town of Banff. The ride on the gondola was fun - the gondola travels really high above the ground so we were glad that we had not done the open chairlift options at Mount Norquay and Sunshine Meadows. As for the Above Banff Interpretive Center at the summit, we were disappointed with the generic exhibits and nature videos in the theatre. The summit complex also includes a coffee shop, wine and beer patio bar, gift shop, buffet restaurant and table service restaurant. Warning to those with mobility issues: it may be difficult climbing up and down the steep boardwalk steps to reach the Cosmic Ray Station. We did not attempt the hike and spent no more than 2 hours at the summit. read more

It's the tourist answer to what is on the top of the mountain range. The crew is very efficient in guiding you through a timed departure and return. The view is spectacular . Food and drink are available for purchase as are souvenirs. Rest rooms and benches for seating exist on the upper deck. The viewing platforms stretch out over the peak toward the ski slopes. But they are terraced and require the use of stairs. During the height of tourist season especially July , you will need to reserve gondola time in advance. There is sufficient parking available and the city bus will take you from downtown Banff to the loading area. read more

I visited Banff for the second time recently, and I finally made it to the gondola for their Christmas event. My entire family had a blast-this was the highlight of our trip to Canada this year. Everything was so well organized and thoughtfully arranged. My kids got to complete so many creative activities: cookie decorating, meeting Santa, crafting a gondola themed ornament, roasting marshmallows, etc. as a plus, everyone was very friendly and cheerful. The views are stunning, and while I didn't get to walk through boardwalk (not stroller friendly and I have a child in a stroller), I hope to next time! read more

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We came to the Banff Gondola as part of our Rocky Mountaineer Rail tour. Especially convenient as the was just a three minute ride from the Rimrock Hotel. We came in a motor coach and we (my wife and I) were raveling with another couple, our very good friends. We came fairly early and you could see the place getting busy quickly. Our tour guide obtained the tickets for us and we had virtually no wait to get onto the gondola for the ride up the mountain. It's a plus that there was Starbucks in the waiting area. The four of us all got into one gondola and took a wonderful ride is to the top of the mountain. It was an exceptionally smooth and quiet ride to the top and I spent most of my time taking pictures. This was a perfect place for me as I am a photographer. We made it to the top and just enjoyed the view at all spots. This was a great spot and, I hadn't even started taking pictures yet. This place had there own rest rooms, gift shop, plenty of signage of where you are and what you're looking at. The observation deck, a few floors up was amazing. You literally see for miles and miles. Nothing but incredible views from any spot. They even had a frame that you can have someone take your picture in. It helped that the weather was perfect!!! There is a walkway that take you a few hundred yards to the old weather station. We were on a tour and did not have the tine needed to take that walk which is about 45 minutes there and back. We had about one hour which was ample time to see and experience our time at the top of the mountain. KUDOs to the team at Banff Gondola read more

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Absolute must-do when in Banff. If they aren't overflowing busy, you can ride in a party of 2, but otherwise, usually 4 per gondola. The view on the way up is incomparable, and it's quick. With the parking situation there, your best bet is to get a bus or other driver to drop you off. You gotta go, tho! And don't miss the photo opp once you get to the top in a stationary gondola, because those in use are moving way too quickly! read more

I heard the crowds here were insane, which seemed to be the theme of our trip in Banff. Yes, there were long times, but they moved fast. We arrived in time for our 1:40pm reservation and was on the gondola within minutes. Gorgeous views awaited us and a delicious meal (and even better view) at The Sky Bistro. We wanted to go across all the stairs to take in all the views, but I figured it would take us awhile. Fortunately, our waitress told us it looked further than it was and took about 10 minutes...and she was right. And we got some beautiful pics on the other side. We had a 4:30pm return gondola, but were ready to head down by 3:30pm. They were flexible and traded in our ticket. The line for the ride down was a little longer, but moved fast. Five minutes after getting in line we were headed down with 2 gondola staff members. They were super interesting to chat with and loved learning about their life living in Banff. The hardest part was finding our way home to the Fairmont since the direct bus wasn't scheduled to come until 4:45pm. We hopped on a bus to town and enjoyed some ice cream at Cows...and then took the town bus back to the hotel. Definitely a one and done experience, but thought it was a gorgeous way to see more of beautiful Banff! read more

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It was really worth it as a touristy attraction! I came to banff for the first time and it did not disappoint. It's on the colder side on the first week of October but the views on a sunny day is breathtaking. I also recommend dining at the sky view restaurant here. Their food is really good and the quality is worth the price! read more

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This is a must see when in Banff. The 360 degree views are stunning. Get in line no more than 10 minutes before your departure time. They will turn you away if you are early. The gondola seats 4 people so you may get paired with another couple. The best seats are facing away from the mountain, either up or down. It takes 8 minutes to get to the top. Once on top, take the boardwalk to the weather station. There are many stops along the way. My fav was the stop that listed all the mountain names. We had a 1:30pm board time and 3pm exit time and it was about right. I could have easily added another 30 minutes just to sit and enjoy the views. Definitely a must see activity. read more

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We purchased the combo tickets for the Banff Gondola and Hot Springs. After booking lunch at Sky Bistro, I was able to easily adjust our gondola time by calling their customer service, very helpful! We visited in early July, and it was quite busy, so I recommend arriving 30-45 minutes before your scheduled entrance and adjusting your bus shuttle plans accordingly. The gondola fits four people, so if you're a party of two like us, expect to share the 8-minute ride up Sulphur Mountain with others. The ride itself is smooth, but it might be a little nerve-wracking for those afraid of heights. At the top, the boardwalk leading to the summit viewpoint is absolutely worth the climb. Not that even if you're in decent shape, the 7,500 ft elevation can leave you a bit winded! We had a lovely lunch at Sky Bistro (highly recommend making a reservation), then tackled the boardwalk and took in the stunning panoramic views. It was truly breathtaking. We noticed lots of families picnicking on the benches along the boardwalk, which is a great idea if you're not dining at the summit. As for the Hot Springs included with our ticket, it was underwhelming. There's just one small pool and it felt more like a crowded hot tub than a relaxing thermal experience. I'd absolutely ride the Banff Gondola again for the views alone! read more

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Absolutely amazing. The gondola ride up was fun with great views. Once on top the views are absolutely stunning. The boardwalk was wonderful. And every staff member was friendly and very helpful. read more

Came here for an event during a ski trip. it's an amazing place. The view is fantastic especially during sunset. They had fire places and a big bubble and also furry blankets for you to keep warm with. The panoramic views from inside the dining rooms are good too if you don't want to be outside. Apparently in winter you can also see the northern lights even in early evening although faint. Food at the Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen is excellent as well, the brisket is the best I've ever had and the rosemary chicken delicious as well. Even if you don't see the northern lights on a clear night you can also see tons of stars especially on the gondola ride down over the mountains where there is no artificial light. Pretty pricy however at $75/pp (Canadian) but definitely worth it for special occasions. read more

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Gone to several gondolas in different state/countries. What's unique about this one? It has a walk/hike to several different destinations. It has indoor wide variety of things to do. The restaurants were still closed when we visited early. It was so cold! But there's an area where you could hang out indoors---you don't have to freeze! Table on the side had an artificial fire place. Gorgeous views!!! read more

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Stopped here a part of our Rocky Mountaineer Rail tour. There were about 25 of us in this group. It was early in the morning and the place was already getting busy. Our guides got us tickets and we ended up waiting for about 30 minutes before we could go up. I took the opportunity to get a hot chocolate from the Starbucks located in the same building. The gondola ride is very nice. For those people who have height issues, it can be a little scary, but the entire structure is very sound, and the ride up is relatively smooth (with the exception of the occasional bump when the car goes over the support towers). The building on top is very nice. It has rest room, gift shop, signage and history, and an observation deck that lets you see for miles! Stunning views, all the way around. There is a well built walking deck that will take you a few hundred yards to the old weather station. It's worth the walk to go out. You'll learn about the local area, and the incredible history of the tower. You will be at the highest peak on Sulphur Mountain. I real highlight of the trip. read more

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The Banff gondola is pricey but well worth it! It's a great option if you're unable to hike up the mountain or don't have the time. The real highlight of the gondola is the 360 views from the top, but there is also a nice interactive exhibit which is great for families and a small cafe. We stayed at the top for an hour and it was plenty of time for us (we didn't stay to eat or walk the whole boardwalk). In the lines for the gondola going up and down, they take a few photos, mostly in front of a green screen. It would be nice if these were included in the ticket price. Or, if they're going to charge for photos it would be nice if they had a photographer outside at the summit. When we arrived we parked in the upper lot as the lower lot was full. We found out later that they were holding spots in the lower lot for people who were cutting it close to their ticket time, which could be useful to know. read more

The Banff Gondola is honestly so worth it. The ride up is smooth and scenic, and once you get to the very top, the views are unreal. It was very cold up there, but completely worth braving it -- being able to see Banff and the surrounding mountains from that height is an unforgettable experience. Definitely something I'd recommend doing at least once while you're in Banff. read more

The gondola holds 4 people, and the ride takes about 8 minutes each way to go from 4500 feet to 7486 feet in altitude. The view at the top is amazing!! We ate at the buffet, and it wasn't worth the money. Very average cuisine. From 7486 feet, there is a hike to the very top of Sulfur Mountain at 8000 feet. No one tells you that it entails climbing 368 stairs!! So be prepared, because the lack of oxygen at 8000 feet affects your breathing quite a lot, and I exercise 5-6 days a week!! It is a worthwhile effort, if you are in good shape. The view is indescribably spectacular!! Upon descending, be extra careful because it can be slippery!! read more

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The views are amazing at the top of the Gondola. To be able to see all the mountain peaks, the green trees, the glaciers and the various lakes is very impressive. A must if you want to be able to capture that view. read more

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A worth while attraction in Banff. If the weather is good and you have the time, would recommend. The staff here were so helpful and welcoming. Tickets are easy to get online or at the box office on site. Getting up to it is hit or miss, if theres crowds the shuttle is best as they don't have too much parking. The gondola ride up and down are beautiful, amazing views! Once you get up top there is well established hike to the top of sulphur mountain which is also cool. At the top there are a couple restaurants and spots for drinks and food. Its a tourist spot but it was worth it imo. I enjoyed the ride and the views and would recommend if your visiting. read more

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We came here in as a large group and yes it is expensive, but great for the family and for those who aren't skiing to be able to take in amazing views! You can search around for discounts and we were able to get kids for free with a paying adult if we went in the first 2 hours of the day. The booking is online with time slots that do sell out, so we grabbed some tickets the night before for time slots with the free kids discount. The free blue bus in town goes here and drops you off at the front. There is a gift shop and Starbucks at the base before you get in line for the gondola to head up. The ride up and very smooth and scenic. Once at the top, there are museum-like exhibits and displays and tons of photo ops on their many decks and patios. There is a restaurant here that is high end and requires reservations way in advance and more of a cafe style food place. There is also a gift shop at the top and a space that can be used for events. My favorite was the hike out to the viewpoint, going across the snow and giving you undistracted views. We debated doing it because it was so cold and windy, but are so glad we did. the kids all did great! read more

Wildly overpriced and all bars are closed which was not announced anywhere until you got to the top. Don't support pursuit

The Banff Gondola swooped me & 3 others up above the treetops 7,4886 ft up, for 8 minutes. It glided steadily upwards over what felt like an impossibly steep mountainside. A half a mile later I was at the summit of Sulphur Mountain high above the town of Banff. My ears were popping from the high altitude, I swallowed a few times. The air was cool and we had a vantage points of 6 different mountain ranges stretching into the horizon. We spent an hour at the top before taking the gondola down. Down was a Starbucks, gift shop, restrooms & photo op. At the top is the Northern Lights & Sky Bistro. WiFi was available. There was an outdoor observation deck at the top and we were above the snow peaks. There were informational videos, photos & hands on exhibits. There was even a boardwalk to take us to the Lighthouse. It was about 20° cooler and breezy up at the top. read more

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Very cool experience, not only the ride up and down but the views from the top are remarkable. Very cool wooden bridge on top of the mountain to walk along and take in the views. All of the gondola staff were friendly and helpful also. read more

Ok so this experience was amazing BUT I'm afraid of heights . They did tell me which side to sit on in the gondola on the way up to ease my anxiety ... and it was still nerve wracking but amazing . The views from the ride up top are spectacular. Take a walk up top (stay on the boardwalk ) and you get to see some pretty Amazon stuff . There are two restaurants up top , a buffet for $45 and a fancier restaurant that was no longer serving lunch so we didn't go in . I'll add some pics to show you just how amazing it was. So glad to have experienced this . read more

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Do you want to see some killer views of Banff, the mountains, lakes, and Sulfur Mountain? Then you have to go on the gondola. Be sure to use the free shuttle because parking gets packed very quickly. There is a Starbucks and gift shop at the welcome center. There is also a coffee shop at the top. The trails were safe and there was more than one photo opportunities on the trail. This is a must do when in Banff. read more

There is a reason why this is the number one thing to do on most popular attraction in Banff Canada! Get tickets in advance so that you can also reserve a restaurant time at the sky bistro which is 100% worth it! Just don't come to Banff without doing this! Even if there's a lot of people in the parking lot and below once you get up there, there's a huge boardwalk that everyone spreads out and you can hike the boardwalk for a few hours and then go back down. They say it's small but it takes a while. Especially because you stopped to enjoy the views as they are incredible! I definitely recommend walking the boardwalk So give yourself enough time at the top as they give you time slotted selections. We were up there for 3 1/2 hours including the restaurant and we could've stayed longer. There is some information in the main building too and some mini activities for kids. The gondola ride itself is pretty quick, so take pictures and videos when you can. It's so beautiful out there. This is definitely a must! read more

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The Banff Gondola ride offers an incredible experience, providing stunning panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies and the surrounding wilderness. The ride is smooth and comfortable, gradually ascending Sulphur Mountain where visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of Banff townsite, Bow Valley, and the majestic mountain ranges. At the summit, there are well-maintained trails, observation decks, and a cozy cafe, making it a perfect spot for sightseeing, photography, and relaxation. The gondola is an excellent choice for all ages and fitness levels, allowing everyone to access spectacular alpine scenery without a strenuous hike. Overall, the Banff Gondola is a must-visit attraction for anyone traveling to the area, offering a memorable and scenic adventure in the heart of the Rockies. read more

My family and I had a great experience at Banff Gondola. I read online that parking is kind of tough to find there, so we took the complimentary Roam bus from the Town of Banff to get there. The first bus that came around was packed, but they sent a smaller bus like 2 minutes later. It's a tourist attraction so it's bound to be expensive, but I thought it was worth the price. The gondola ride was actually longer than I thought it was going to be. Once you get to the top, you can walk down the boardwalk and enjoy the mountain views. They also have a cafe, restaurant, and 2 gift shops (I thought the one on the lower level is better). read more

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Pros: Great views of Banff Easy parking Restaurant and snacks available Gift shop Cons: Too pricey, but you can find a 20% coupon at some gift shops in town Only seats 4 per gondala and it isn't temperature controlled Short ride Pro tip: If you are doing any above the treeline hikes, you can skip. We only stayed about 15 min at the top and if it is a cloudy/hazy day you may not be able to see much. read more

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