The Best Banff Itinerary For First-Time Visitors

Welcome to the best Banff itinerary for first-time visitors. We are excited to share our favorites with you. While Paul and I can vouch for each of these experiences as adult visitors, we cannot guarantee that any of these spots are kid-friendly.

The Best Banff Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

DAY 1

• Johnston Canyon

DAY 2

• Bow Lake
• Peyto Lake
• Weeping Wall Cliff
• Wilcox Pass
• Icefield Parkway
• Mt. Wilson Restaurant
• Glacier Lake Trail — Saskatchewan River

DAY 3

• Lake Louise
• Fairmont Hotel
• Lake Agnes Tea House
• Little Beehive Trail

DAY 4

• Canoe Emerald Lake
• Natural Bridge Lower Falls
• Emerald Lake Lodge

DAY 5

• Banff Gondola
• Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen
• Mt. Norquay
• Moraine Lake

Banff is beautiful year round. When planning a trip here, decide which is the right time for you based on the below recommendations:

• June-August for the best hiking weather
• May or September for smaller crowds
• Late September-early October for fall foliage views
• December-March for winter sports

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Winter Comfort Food Recipe: Healthy Chicken Pot Pie

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