Banff GondolavsBanff Upper Hot Springs
Both are rated highly by experts. On balance, Banff Upper Hot Springs scores significantly higher than Banff Gondola. Banff Upper Hot Springs is ranked #4 in Banff with recommendations from 3 publications including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Banff Gondola
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
Mountain Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0, Canada
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Lonely Planet "In summer or winter, you can summit a peak near Banff thanks to the Banff Gondola, with four-person enclosed cars that glide up to the top of Sulphur Mountain in less than 10 minutes." Full review
Fodor's "Views during the steep eight-minute ride to and from the 7,500-foot summit of Sulphur Mountain are spectacular in the enclosed four-person gondolas." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The Banff Gondola is a relaxing way to experience the town's natural beauty. The eight-minute ride to the summit of 7,500-foot Sulphur Mountain leads to breathtaking views of the Bow River Valley." Full review
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Michelin Guide Lonely Planet Fodor's U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
1 Mountain Ave, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0, Canada
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Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Discovered a year after the Cave and Basin hot springs, the mineral waters (average temperature 38°C/100°F) now feed a large public pool perched on the mountainside and offering a good view of Bow Valley." Full review
Lonely Planet "There aren’t many places in the world where you can take a hot bath with a mountain view as spectacular as this." Full review
Fodor's "Discovered in 1884, Banff's natural hot mineral springs were the impetus for the development of Canada's first national park." Full review
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"These springs, which were first discovered by Canada's First Nations people prior to the 1880s, were regarded as sacred waters that could cure illness and maintain health." Full review
Frommer's "The outdoor pool here is large, hygienic, warm (usually 90°F/32°C), and pleasant. It can also be very crowded. Come when it's chilly outside; it's particularly lovely on a winter's evening." Full review
