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    Banff Gondola

    8,069 Reviews
    #3 of 91 things to do in Banff
    Transportation, Tramways
    Open Now: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Mountain Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1B2, Canada
    Open today: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
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    Soar to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a stunning bird's-eye view of six incredible mountain ranges. With breathtaking vistas in every direction, your adventure begins with an eight-minute journey to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in a...more
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    Mountain Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1B2, Canada
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    Reviewed today
    Breathtaking, on top of the world, experience was beautiful on Thanksgiving Monday

    Planning this trip to the summit in the month of October presented a few challenges. We decided to take the 1st gondola of the morning, to experience seeing the sun rise over the mountain and to take advantage of weather. It was a hit, we...More

    Thank Jacqueline N
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    Tony

    What a neat view and quick trip up the mountain! The staff is so friendly also! A must do!! Highly recommend!

    Thank Tony D
    Reviewed yesterday
    Fantastic!

    Make sure to visit on a clear and sunny day for the most wonderful 360 views of Banff and the surrounding mountains. We were lucky with the weather and picked the most suitable day for the visibility and were rewarded with the most stunning views....More

    Thank Robyn D
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Georgeous Gondola

    We were impressed with the quality of the staff employed very nice and efficient and friendly . We were lucky with the day but the views were breathtaking both from the gondola as it rose up into the mountains and again from the top .Could...More

    Thank Maureen W
    Reviewed yesterday
    Worth taking

    We recently took this gondola to the top of Sulper Mountain. It is beautiful at the top but try to go on a clear day. At the top they have a restaurant, gift shop and other displays of interest.

    Thank Marsha E
    Reviewed yesterday
    What a view

    Superbly run attraction, but pricey. The renovated amenities at the top of the ride are wonderful -- 360 views, restaurant, gift shop.

    Thank CalAlum
    Reviewed yesterday
    Great Views!!

    Great ride to top, brilliant views especially from Bistro at top. A varying range of weather from Sun, wind and snow all in two hours. Get to it from town on free number one bus, just show hotel room key.

    Thank ChrisH6648
    Reviewed yesterday
    New Heights

    The Banff Gondola Ride is well organised. Breath taking views over the Rockies and Banff. There is a free bus to the Banff Gondola outside The Elk Hotel. Pre book your time slot before you go you will not be disappointed. I would advise checking...More

    Thank John B. D
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Experience of a lifetime

    This was my first visit to Canada on a Rockies tour. The Banff gondola is an absolute must. On arriving at the base there was thick grey cloud and you couldn’t see the tops of the mountains. However we were told there was a phenomenon...More

    Thank Nicola B
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Nature at its’ best

    The thrilling ride up the mountain and the breathtaking views are once in a lifetime. Banff Gondola Ride is a must!

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    Global135416
    August 31, 2018|
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    Response from CraigS4020 | Property representative |
    Hi Global135416, From the majority of the hotels in Banff it will take 10-15mins by bus to travel to the gondola. Our free shuttle continues to operate from the Elk and Avenue Hotel on Banff Avenue every day and from the... More
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    Aishwarya R
    August 25, 2018|
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    Response from CraigS4020 | Property representative |
    Hi Aishwarya, Smoke from wildfires in British Columbia are currently creating limited visibility in the Banff area. Those with breathing conditions should take special precaution when outside, and we are pleased to offer a... More
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    PCbound2016
    August 25, 2018|
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    Response from CraigS4020 | Property representative |
    Dear PCbound20, The drive from Banff to Jasper is approximately 180 miles. There literally is a lifetime of exploring that can be done in this vast wilderness area. To help your planning, the drive (Banff-Jasper) is... More
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