Banff Upper Hot Springs Tours and Activities
Bubbling up from beneath the Canadian Rockies at a toasty temperature of around 102°F (39°C), Banff Upper Hot Springs have been drawing visitors to Western Canada since the late 19th century. For weary travelers, a soak in the warm mineral-rich waters of the pools, which overlook Mount Rundle, is the ultimate tonic for sore muscles.
The Basics
Featuring a restored 1932 bathhouse, the Banff Upper Hot Springs blend historic character with modern amenities. Many visitors come to the springs to relax and rejuvenate after hiking, biking, or skiing excursions in Banff National Park or Jasper National Park. Other visitors come to reap the purported health benefits of the historical spa’s mineral waters, which contain sulphate, calcium, bicarbonate, magnesium, and sodium.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Banff Upper Hot Springs are a must for active travelers looking to unwind.
- The site features changing rooms, washrooms, shower facilities, lockers, and a café.
- You can rent swimsuits and towels for a small fee.
- The hot springs are accessible to wheelchair users.
How to Get There
Banff Upper Hot Springs are situated at an elevation of 5,200 feet (1,585 meters) in Banff Town, Alberta, about 37 miles (60 kilometers) from Lake Louise. If driving from Banff, follow Banff Avenue over the Bow River, turn left onto Spray Avenue, veer right onto Mountain Avenue, and follow the road until you reach the parking lot. As parking is limited, you may prefer to use public transportation instead; the Roam Banff Local Route 1 bus stops here.
When to Get There
Banff Upper Hot Springs are busiest during the summer season, particularly July and August, and around Christmas. If you are traveling with a large group and want to avoid the crowds, consider renting out a pool for private use. The natural hot springs, whose water temperatures are warm year-round, are especially magical in winter, when you can watch snow falling on the surrounding peaks.
Hiking on Sulphur Mountain
For a fun day out, park in the hot spring’s parking lot and then embark on a hike along one of the walking trails that lead up Sulphur Mountain. After a couple of hours’ in the wilderness, admiring the spectacular alpine scenery and perhaps stopping for a picnic, relax upon your return with a soak in the soothing pools of Banff Upper Hot Springs.
Address: 1 Mountain Ave, Banff, Alberta T1L 1K2, Canada
Admission: Varies
5 Tours and Activities to Experience Banff Upper Hot Springs
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Listen to a Tour Guide as You Drive & Walk with our Discover the Rockies Package
'Discover the Rockies' package includes:
Two Walking Tours.
Your phone becomes your tour guide as you explore Banff & Canmore with two GPS-guided audio walking tours! Each with 30 fully narrated points of interest.
Driving Tour.
Listen to a tour guide as you drive between Calgary, Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise, Sunshine Village & Nakiska! Over 50 points of interest.
Freedom.
No directions or time limits. Stop at as many sights & attractions as you like. Start / stop anywhere. Travel in any direction along route.
Hands Free.
Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour.
Easy to Use.
Download the app. Select the tour. Go!
Family Friendly.
Fun Tripvia Guides keep you laughing & engaged along the way!
Trivia Fun.
Each point of interest has a fun multiple choice trivia question. Keep score or just listen!
Inexpensive.
Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle / group. Play audio through vehicle's stereo so everyone can hear.
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$9.11
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$9.11
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Listen to a Tour Guide as you Drive between Lake Louise and Calgary
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Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive!
Using GPS, our professional and fun tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure!
Ideal for traveling between destinations, or as a one way tour.
Over 50 points of interest include things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more!
Don't just see the mountains, hear what they have to say!
Route.
Trans-Canada Highway 1 between Calgary & Lake Louise + Sunshine extension.
Freedom.
Start anywhere along route & travel in either direction. Take detours & stop at attractions for as long as you like.
Hands Free.
Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour.
Easy to Use.
Download the app. Select the tour. Go!
Trivia Fun.
Each point of interest has a fun multiple choice trivia question. Keep score or just listen!
Inexpensive.
Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.
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$4.98
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$4.98
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Listen to a Tour Guide as you Drive between Banff and Calgary
Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive!
Using GPS, our professional and fun tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure!
Ideal for traveling between destinations, or as a one way tour.
Over 50 points of interest include things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more!
Don't just see the mountains, hear what they have to say!
Route.
Trans-Canada Highway 1 between Calgary & Lake Louise + Sunshine extension.
Freedom.
Start anywhere along route & travel in either direction. Take detours & stop at attractions for as long as you like.
Hands Free.
Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour.
Easy to Use.
Download the app. Select the tour. Go!
Trivia Fun.
Each point of interest has a fun multiple choice trivia question. Keep score or just listen!
Inexpensive.
Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.
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$4.98
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$4.98
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Listen to a Tour Guide as You Drive between Sunshine Village and Calgary
Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive!
Using GPS, our professional and fun tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure!
Ideal for traveling between destinations, or as a one way tour.
Over 50 points of interest include things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more!
Don't just see the mountains, hear what they have to say!
Route.
Trans-Canada Highway 1 between Calgary & Lake Louise + Sunshine extension.
Freedom.
Start anywhere along route & travel in either direction. Take detours & stop at attractions for as long as you like.
Hands Free.
Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour.
Easy to Use.
Download the app. Select the tour. Go!
Trivia Fun.
Each point of interest has a fun multiple choice trivia question. Keep score or just listen!
Inexpensive.
Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.
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$4.98
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$4.98
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Samll Group Winter Banff Discovery 1-Day Tour w/Hot Springs from Calgary/Banff
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Attractions:
● Sulphur Mountain Gondola (Optional)
● Banff Town
● Banff Upper Hot Spring or Upgrade to Horse Sleigh Ride
● Bow Falls
● Surprise Corner
Venture into the Canadian Rockies for a day of alpine adventure, taking in breathtaking views of the peaks, lakes, and forested valleys of Banff National Park. Between stops at scenic viewpoints, stop to soak in the mineral-rich waters of Banff's thermal hot springs.
Optional tours are available. Please contact us for more details.
#1. Sulphur Mountain Gondola. Take a Gondola ride to the summit's sweeping viewpoints. (approx 60 mintues)
#2. Banff Banff Horse Sleigh Ride. Instead soaking in the Hot Spring, joining a sleigh ride through the Banff mountain meadows with your family, friends or loved ones for a quintessential winter experience. (approx 45 mintues)
This is a small group tour - Maxmium 8 guests
*Private Tour Optional available - exclusively for your family/group (maximum guest of 4, service time 10 hours)
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$118.59
Price varies by group size
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$118.59
Price varies by group size
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