Experts' Choice Award Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
What the experts agree on
Founded by artists Peter and Catharine Whyte, this century-old museum showcases Rocky Mountain art, cultural heritage, mountaineering history, and Indigenous works—a destination that transcends typical rainy-day visits.
“Founded by the late Peter and Catharine Whyte, two Banff artists, this museum exhibits artworks, artifacts, and other items relating to the cultural heritage of the Canadian Rockies.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Opened in 1968, this contemporary building houses a gallery devoted to the history of mountaineering and tourism in the Canadian Rockies, and works by the Stoney Indian tribe." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Founded by local artists Catharine and Peter Whyte, the century-old Whyte Museum is more than just a rainy-day option." Full review
U.S. News & World Report11.0
"Located just a block back from Banff Avenue on Bear Street, the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is the only museum of its kind." Full review
New York Times "The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies provides an excellent overview of the Banff region's mountain ethos through exhibits that explore art, history, nature, outdoor recreation and..."
National Geographic
