Banff Gondola: Soar to Panoramic Rocky Mountain Views!

Most amazing experience. Less scary on the gondola than expected, despite the height. Too busy looking everywhere! Stunning scenery. Lots of activities at the top too, especially for family - board walk, interactive displays, movie, marshmallow toasting on the top of the world... Various eateries.

The Banff Gondola is absolutely worth it! The ride up is smooth and stunning, giving you unreal views of the Rockies before you even reach the top. Once you’re at the summit, it’s a full experience — sweeping 360° mountain views, warm indoor lookout areas, a boardwalk with photo ops at every turn, and cozy spots to grab a drink or bite. Whether you go in winter or summer, it feels magical. Winter gives you that snow-globe vibe, and the mountaintop building is beautifully decorated with lights and fireplaces that make it feel like a little mountain lodge in the sky. If you go: ✔️ Book ahead ✔️ Plan 2–2.5 hours ✔️ Bring warm layers (it’s always colder at the top!) ✔️ Make time for photos — the views are unreal We loved it and would 100% do it again. Perfect for couples, families, and anyone who wants that “wow” moment in Banff.

We took the gondola to the top, walked around the boardwalk - boardwalk has great spots to take photos of the town and the observation deck is also pretty amazing and overall the boardwalk or observation deck is great for sunset photos. Great views and good spot for family visits - boardwalk is reasonable - has a few stairs, but a good spot for beautiful views. Takes about 1.5-2hrs at the spot if you stop and take photos. Tickets are expensive, around 93/person - so a bit more on the expensive side.

A wonderful experience all around! Booking ahead was the right move. We got there early and before the crowds. We really enjoyed the hike up to Sulphur Mountain, it’s a view like no other!

Pretty awesome, gliding above the tree tops! Great staff and service. Experience for all ages (not afraid of heights)

The most gorgeous views imaginable. Memory making. Sky Bistro was also amazing for view, service and food. !!!

Wear good winter foot wear as some area were slippery , and gloves are helpful. The views were spectacular , and walking all the way to the weather shed is a must !

If you’re afraid of heights maybe reconsider 😅 if not the view of the mountains going up is breathtaking!! This was my first solo trip to Banff, and is one of my favourite experiences so far. And the view from the top.. speechless. Dress warm and enjoy the majestic mountains!

Bought a ticket for the Gondola at the admission desk. I was on the first one At 10 am. Not many people queing, girl Was taking photos if you wanted them doing. As it was halloween staff were dressed up. Boarded the gondola and off I went up to An elevation of 2,281m (7486ft) absolutely Amazing. Stunning scenery. When I got to the top I took the lift to the observation deck. There is a wooden boardwalk up to Sulphur Mountain. Becareful It can be icy. Fire pits with chairs and a hot drink bought From the cafe made it a wondeful experience Absorbing this beautiful scenery. There is also a gift shop at the top and when You come down. Any photos can be viewed here. The Gondola trip was the highlight of my holiday. Definitely recommend this.

We had a wonderful day at the Banff Gondola. The views at the top were spectacular. We ate at the bistro which was delicious with amazing views every way you looked.