Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Description
Soar up Sulphur Mountain for a bird's-eye view of Banff National Park and six mountain ranges. Walk the boardwalk, explore the interpretive building, dine at the summit and soak in the sights from 2,281 metres (7,486 feet) above sea level. Seasonal experiences included: Sunset Festival Elevate your summer evenings at the summit! From June 19 to September 7, 2026, your Banff Gondola ticket includes access to Sunset Festival — an alpine celebration featuring live music, tasty bites and chilled drinks for purchase at the summit of Sulphur Mountain.* Toast the day on the mountaintop — Sunset Festival runs nightly from 6 to 9:30 p.m. this summer. *In the event of poor weather, the fun moves indoors. Mountaintop Christmas November 21 to December 31, 2026 Santa is coming to the Banff Gondola! Celebrate in vintage style atop Sulphur Mountain with timeless holiday activities, classic movies and festive surprises.
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Itinerary
Step into an iconic 4-person gondola cabin with expansive windows and enjoy a smooth 8-minute ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Along the way, take in spectacular views of the town of Banff, the Bow Valley, and six surrounding mountain ranges. At the summit, soak up 360-degree panoramic vistas. Explore the summit at your own pace with access to scenic walking paths, including the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk. This self-guided interpretive walkway leads to Sanson’s Peak and the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station, a designated National Historic Site. When it’s time to relax, stop by Castle Mountain Coffee Co. for a drink or snack, or enjoy a full dining experience with reservations at Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen or Sky Bistro, offering elevated Canadian cuisine with unmatched views. The Banff Gondola is serviced year-round by Roam Public Transit – Route 1. Ticketed shuttles run regularly with stops along Banff Avenue. Free shuttles are available May to October.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infants are free and required a ticket
Reviews(3,053)
Very beautiful scenery with feel of Switzerland
Worth the wait. Long line to get the ticket. Only 1 person and 1 window open to buy tickets. Once you have a ticket and they call your board time, it still took about 45 min. to get on the gondola (Ealy August). However, once you are up there, it is all worth it. Awesome little walk to another view point once you are up there. There is food and drinks at the top is needed. Very accessible for anyone who can't walk far. The views of Banff from the top are priceless. Know ahead of time, you must purchase your return time when you go up. Know it takes about an hour to start boarding to get to the top after all of the lines. I suggest 2 hours later for your return down time. This was an amazing stop and one of the best things we did in the area.
Excellent and very special viewpoint on the top of a mountain. The view of Banff and surrounding mountains was awesome. The ride up and back down on the Gondola was fabulous. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
This is an incredible experience. The views were amazing, the food delicious and the bar on the sun deck was lots of fun.
Fantastic get away for whole family! Great stroller accessibility! Great dine in restaurant! Enjoy your visit!
Line up to get in was 45 mins long even though I had a booked time to load. Asked the staff and nobody could explain this to me/or didn't know why. Id probably walk next time it would be cheaper and I wouldn't be waiting.
Loved the opportunity to see the views of Banff and beyond. It was very easy to board the gondola and we appreciated the free shuttle up to the gondola and back down.
Wildfire smoke blocked quite a bit of the view but it was still impressive. FYI - I bought our tickets through Trip Advisor and downloaded them to my Apple Wallet BUT BEWARE they will not accept them in the line. You must go to the ticket counter and show them your proof of purchase and they will print out tickets for you. Also, you can ride a bus shuttle into town and back free by showing the shuttle driver the aforementioned printed tickets and save yourself searching for parking in Banff. And finally you are supposed to pay for your parking ($17.50) at one of two machines near the main building
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about our attraction. We're thrilled to hear that you found our offering enjoyable despite the smoky conditions that affected the views. We're committed to providing unforgettable experiences, and your feedback helps us to continually improve and adapt to the unique challenges that Mother Nature sometimes presents. Sincerely, Banff Gondola Team
It's worth the convenience and timeliness. Bus operator was also courteous. The ride was smooth and comfortable.
Very well hi organized, fantastic views. Ticketing was easy and wait time at 9:30 am was minimal. Highly recommended
