The official website of the Town of Banff. We are a municipality located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Welcome to one of the most precious, protected places in the world. A visit here offers the chance to experience the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains and glacier-fed lakes, wildlife at its wildest …

The Town of Banff is located inside Banff National Park, Canada’s first and the world’s third national park, established in 1885. The park itself is 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles); 96 percent …

Banff National Park, established in 1885, is Canada’s oldest national park. Parks Canada sets guidelines to preserve the natural beauty and ecological history of this region.

Get tools and resources to help you buy or rent a home in the Town of Banff. We have lots of information for landlords, renters and details from the Community Housing Strategy.

The following trails are within walking distance of the Banff townsite. Download a Trails Map (PDF) or check out a detailed description of each trail below. While you're on the trails, use Walking Through …

There's always something to do and see in Banff. Why not check out some of the most popular attractions in town, from the Sulphur Mountain Gondola to the Minnewanka Lake Cruise.

Event Calendar Find local events by date and explore what Banff has to offer. Browse the full events calendar or view features below.

Jan 9, 2026 · The streets of downtown Banff transform into a winter wonderland, showcasing larger-than-life snow sculptures, while Lake Louise dazzles with its stunning ice creations during Ice Magic.

Banff has a rich and vibrant cultural and natural history, recognized globally by the United Nations, which designated the area of the Canadian Rockies as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.