Banff Gondola
Banff Gondola
4.5
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
About
Sulphur Mountain summit is easily accessible via the Banff Gondola. The ride takes just 8 minutes—you’ll get to enjoy the amazing views of six mountain ranges as you coast over the treetops. Once you’re at the 7,486-foot-high mountaintop, take a stroll along the ridgetop boardwalk before spending the afternoon at the multi-sensory theater, rooftop observation deck, restaurant and interactive exhibits.
Buy your tickets online to skip the line. For fewer crowds, plan to be there before noon or late afternoon. You can get there from downtown Banff by public bus.
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Margaret W
Victoria, Canada9 contributions
Mar 2023 • Business
The Rimrock resort hotel provides a wonderful experience. Staff is friendly and efficient. The rooms are large and comfortable, with stunning views of the magnificent mountains.
Written 26 March 2023
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pmoscarella
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Family
Worth the money spent. Went for my wife's birthday and she really enjoyed the entire experience. Will be going again.
Written 26 March 2023
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MamaJSaskatoon
Saskatoon5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
We loved it so much we started looking at real estate for retirement. The fresh mountain air, the views that never get boring and that you can loose yourself in for hours.
Written 25 March 2023
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AML
9 contributions
Mar 2023
Everything was perfect! The service, the view, the food... I highly recommend it and will definitely come back one day :)
Written 25 March 2023
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Happygoluckyhere
nottinghamshire170 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
A very pretty place. A lot smaller than I thought it would be. the park at the bottom of the high street is lovely. There are many tourist type shops along the high street and a few places to eat.
Written 25 March 2023
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guestO3014AH
1 contribution
Mar 2023
There were lots of activities to do. The hike on the stairs was nice. Lots of washrooms and plenty of space to explore beautiful scenery
Written 23 March 2023
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Good Evening guestO3014AH. Thank you for the beautiful review. We are glad that you enjoyed the all 4 floors and the hike to the summit. We hope to see you again soon. Have a wonderful day.
Warmest regards,
Gandi
Written 24 March 2023
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ylchiew
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1 contribution
Mar 2023
The Gondola ride was superb, with unmatched views of the mountains and we felt safe.
Upon reaching the summit, more surprise awaits us. The boardwalk was spectacular, walking alongside mountains, majestic views of the Canadian Rockies. There were multiple viewing floors in the summit building. To cap it off on Level 4, marshmallows were served. Roasting them over a fire while taking in the view.
Upon reaching the summit, more surprise awaits us. The boardwalk was spectacular, walking alongside mountains, majestic views of the Canadian Rockies. There were multiple viewing floors in the summit building. To cap it off on Level 4, marshmallows were served. Roasting them over a fire while taking in the view.
Written 23 March 2023
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Good evening, ylchiew. Thank you for an awesome review. We are glad that you had a wonderful time at the Banff Gondola. I agree with you about the unmatchable views of the Rocky Mountains are spectacular. Hope to see you again soon. Have a great day.
Kind regards,
Gandi
Written 24 March 2023
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tanishahamelin
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Family
The Gondola was a bit scary but thrilling, and it was beautiful up top. The facility is lovely! They have lots of seating and multiple viewing decks. My toddler got a bit bored as toddlers do but she did love the Gondola ride, she wanted to do it again. I personally loved the views and the air.
Written 23 March 2023
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Good afternoon tanishahamelin.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the ride and the stunning views. We hope to see you again soon. Have a wonderful day.
Kind regards,
Gandi
Written 24 March 2023
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joycexu087
1 contribution
Mar 2023
Good experience! I love the vibe up on the mountain and the staffs we're really nice. It was worth more than what I paid for
Written 23 March 2023
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Good afternoon joycexu087.
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so happy to hear you loved you time at the Banff Gondola. We hope to see you again soon. Have a lovely day.
Kind regards,
Gandi
Written 24 March 2023
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Tina A
2 contributions
Mar 2023
Riding the Gandola was an amazing experience that I would do again! Very well maintained amenities and beautiful facility at the top.
Written 22 March 2023
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Good afternoon, Tina A.
Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear you had an amazing time at the Banff Gondola and all we have to offer. We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Gandi
Written 24 March 2023
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Tina
Lake Country, Canada
Does anyone know the current promo code for the gondola and buffet combo? There’s a space for a promo code when booking online and I’d like to save on my ticket purchase for three of us, thank you in advance. Tina
Laurie R
Edmonton11 contributions
If you go to the website there are a number of different options
Joe B
Madeira Park, Canada8 contributions
Can you take dogs on the gondola?
Brody Whiteman
Perth, Australia10 contributions
Hello Joe,
I can confirm unfortunately pets are not permitted inside the gondola or Gondola buildings/terminals.
The exception to this rule is service dogs with the correct paperwork are permitted up and down on the gondola and inside our gondola buildings.
You are more then welcome to hike up the trail and bring your dog onto our boardwalk deck at the Upper Terminal, however, you just cannot bring your pet inside the building itself.
Kind regards,
Brody (Banff Gondola Supervisor)
sebanoit
Terrebonne, Canada212 contributions
À quelle heure ferme est la dernière montée et à quelle heure est la dernière descente? Merci
Grace YunZhuo L
Edmonton, Canada2 contributions
May 7 – June 29: 9 AM – 9 PM Last Ride Up 7:30 PM
June 30 – September 5: 8 AM – 10 PM Last Ride Up 8:30 PM
September 6 – October 10: 9 AM – 9 PM Last Ride Up 7:30 PM
Last ride down: 10 minutes prior to close.
We will be coming from the Spagetti Factory, what station do we get the Roam at to get to the gondola
Nicole N
Calgary, Canada2 contributions
You would take the Roam 1 bus closest to Wolf street. Check times at roamtransit
Dress warm!! It’s cold at the top.
Can I go to the Gondola if I am an International traveller? I am double vaccinated in my home country... Will the Arrive can record help to proof this?
Tabita M
Banff National Park, Canada
Hello Camper56979971821:
You are welcome at the Banff Gondola.
You must be fully vaccinated to join our facilities.
You must show us an original proof of vaccination and a government ID.
Janice
Winnipeg, Canada9 contributions
I was looking at the dinner package but we are coming in June.With the 2 hour time limit it wouldn’t give us much time to explore with dinner.Do you get extra time because of the dinner?
xoxo1220xoxo
10 contributions
Hi there, I’m in a bit of a problem right now. I purchased some tickets online, as a gift for my friend, but I entered the wrong email address by mistake :( And I don’t have an account online to access these tickets. Would my friend still be able to go on the gondola just providing her name and confirmation number?? Idk what to do :( TIA
Tabita M
Banff National Park, Canada
Hello. You can call our reservation Team. They will be able to find the tickets by name and can correct the email as well.
If I purchase a ticket to go up the Gondola at 11:10. Can I come back down whenever I want?
Tabita M
Banff National Park, Canada
Hello Climber18169038468:
Right now (Winter time) is not busy, so you can come back down any time.
In Summer time we are very strict with the upload and download time due to the high volume of people in our attraction.
We hope to see you soon
BANFF GONDOLA - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Banff Gondola
- Banff Gondola is open:
- Sun - Thu 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Fri - Sat 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- We recommend booking Banff Gondola tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Banff Gondola tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Banff Gondola:
- (0.50 km) Rimrock Resort Hotel
- (2.36 km) Banff Log Cabin B&B
- (1.86 km) Fairmont Banff Springs
- (3.22 km) Beaujolais Boutique B&B at Thea's House
- (3.80 km) Banff Avenue B&B
- Restaurants near Banff Gondola:
- (0.03 km) Starbucks
- (0.50 km) The Primrose
- (0.49 km) Eden
- (0.50 km) Larkspur Lounge
- (1.40 km) Sky Bistro