

Cave and Basin National Historic Site
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The Cave and Basin National Historic Site in Banff National Park is more than just a neat place to explore. The First Nations who discovered the cave consider the hot springs a sacred site. Today, interactive interpretive exhibits make the birthplace of Canada’s national parks system—known today as Parks Canada—a must-visit.
311 Cave Ave, Banff, Canada, AB T0L 0C0
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2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure
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Saddle up and head out on the Rocky Mountain trails in Banff National Park. Explore the area by horseback with your cowboy guide to see the area in a way you can only experience from on the back of a horse. With a guide in the lead and a guide bringing up the rear, your ride will be a safe, fun adventure in the wilderness.
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$111.56
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$111.56
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Covered Wagon or Horseback Ride in Banff with Western Cookout
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Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain. At the dining site, spend some time perfecting your roping skills or relaxing with a game of horseshoes before “tucking in”--that’s cowboy speak for “eating”—a yummy BBQ meal.
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$89.08
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$89.08
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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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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$9.05
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$9.05
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The Sights of Banff GPS-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore incredible Banff!
Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play!
On this 5 km (return) sightseeing tour, you'll explore Banff's past as well as it's present as we point out historical buildings, sculptures, sights & attractions.
Highlights include the Banff Administration Building, Luxton Home Museum, Central Park & the Cascades of Time Gardens!
Don't just see the beauty of Banff, hear what it has to say!
The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. See your score as you go!
Getting started is easy, just book the tour, download the app and go. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour too.
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$4.95
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$4.95

Banff Cave and Basin Exploring Game
Interactive, educational, playful and fun!
Use the interactive map to track other teams in real time as you race to reach question locations
Built-in chat function keeps you connected to fellow competitors
Explore some of the best walking/running in your community with fun and informative trivia to answer along the way, all guided by your smartphone
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$200.75
per group
From
$200.75
per group
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Should I book Cave and Basin National Historic Site tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Cave and Basin National Historic Site can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 5 Cave and Basin National Historic Site tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Cave and Basin National Historic Site 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Cave and Basin National Historic Site costs USD 4.95. Guided Cave and Basin National Historic Site tours start around USD 4.95 per person. See all 5 Cave and Basin National Historic Site tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Cave and Basin National Historic Site?
The best ways to experience Cave and Basin National Historic Site are:
- 2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure
- Covered Wagon or Horseback Ride in Banff with Western Cookout
- Listen to a Tour Guide as You Drive & Walk with our Discover the Rockies Package
- The Sights of Banff GPS-Guided Audio Walking Tour