About
Super close to downtown Banff, well worth the stop. Really cool cave and learning center about Canada's 1st national park.
Why go
- Where canada's entire national park system started
- An incredible piece of canadian history
Must try
- Explore the thermal-spring cave
- Walk the discovery boardwalk
- See the endangered banff springs snail
- Learn about banff's history
- Visit the natural mineral springs
Pro tips
- 2-3 Hours to experience cave, exhibits, gift shop
- 30 Min walk or 10 min bike from downtown banff
- Parking and rv parking available
Good to know
- Not a place to swim or soak in thermal springs
- Check for free admission in 2026
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Rating
4.3 / 5
Phone: +1 403-762-1566