Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Recommended by 92% of travelers
Banff, Canada
- 1 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Maximize your views of Banff National Park with minimal exertion during this round-trip gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Take in views of six different mountain ranges and nearby rivers aboard your state-of-the-art alpine transport, offering large windows and seating for four guests. Enjoy time exploring the ridge line boardwalk before returning back to town.
- See more mountain scenery while saving your legs and lungs
- Thrilling gondola ride offers views of six different mountain ranges
- Stroll the boardwalk at the summit leading to a nearby national historic site
- Great way to get a different perspective while visiting Banff National Park
What's Included
- A round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
- Learn about the local area in the "Above Banff" Interpretive Center
- Boardwalk access to Sanson's Peak & the Sulphur Mountain
- LIMITED PARKING - Subject to Availability
- Sunset Festival | June 19 to September 7, 2026
- Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 2026
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Table Reservations at Sky Bistro, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, and Peak Patio.
- Public transportationCA$2.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- Banff Gondola, Mountain Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1B2 Canada
What To Expect
Head to the Banff Gondola any time during its normal hours of operation to begin your ride. Climb inside a comfortable, modern, 4-person gondola cabin for the trip to the top of Sulphur Mountain. As your cabin ascends high above this mountain paradise, admire bird’s eye views of Banff’s alpine scenery and meandering rivers, arriving at the summit of Sulphur Mountain.
While on top, feel free to explore the boardwalk leading to Sanson’s Peak, a national historic site, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. After your allotted time at the top, simply grab your assigned gondola back down to the base of the mountain.
While on top, feel free to explore the boardwalk leading to Sanson’s Peak, a national historic site, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. After your allotted time at the top, simply grab your assigned gondola back down to the base of the mountain.
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Banff Gondola
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infants are free and required a ticket
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 2,748 reviews
Jill_M, May 2026
Once a lifetime opportunity YOLO
STUNNING views
The boardwalk provides fantastic views
Definitely a must do on your Banff list
Zeb_P, May 2026
Everyone from start to finish was incredible, great attitudes all around! My partner and I got engaged and everyone was so sweet about it! Unfortunately when we went to get our pictures we had a QR code for a different couple so we didn’t end up receiving the photos! But other than that it was incredible!!
JeanAlexis_D, May 2026
It’s amazing! Hassle free and very smooth transaction. I really enjoyed our time in gondola the view is spectacular
Deborah_H, May 2026
We traveled the end of April and the weather was great. The gondola facility is beautiful and the views are awesome. Customer service was also fantastic.
Nancy_K, May 2026
We loved the Banff Gondola experience, dining and boardwalk at top of mountain, incredible scenery, great ecperience
Katie_R, May 2026
Plan to spend time at the top. The view is spectacular. If you have children there are so many fun things for them to see and do in the visitor center. So worth the price!
Francis_K, Apr 2026
Timing, view, sequence of event and last but not least the feeling of being safe whilst being elevated!
Dennis_W, Apr 2026
Try to enjoy the full experience on top. Take the wooden trail over to the summit. Dine at the Sky Bistro and its new menu. Take it all in.
Jessie_S, Apr 2026
Amazing view and enjoyable walk but there was a very strong wind and very chilly!
It was worth a visit!
Jessica_B, Apr 2026
Great experience, but wrap up warm. Proper foot wear for slippy conditions. Amazing views and scenery
Warren_L, Apr 2026
Quick access because use of multiple 4 seater cars...great amenities at top...great 360 degree views
Rosanne_M, Apr 2026
We were at the kiosk to purchase our photo and Katie overheard us saying it was our 50th wedding anniversary and stepped in to give us assistance and a discount. Very friendly and helpful.
Rachel_B, Apr 2026
We went in April and there were short lines and we were able to ride early and eat earlier than our reservation. All staff was so kind.
Nkosinathi_N, Apr 2026
Give yourself time to fully appreciate the views, you might set aside time for the hike, but once you arrive at the upper deck there’s still a lot more to do. So just set aside atleast 2 hours to spend at the upper deck, this will allow enough time for everything that will side track you.
Janelle_J, Apr 2026
Dress in layers, but prepare for an amazing view. Leave plenty of time to soak it all in. The view is so worth it!
DAEHO_K, Mar 2026
My experience on the gondola was amazing.
I felt a little scared because it was higher than I expected, but it was also really exciting.
William_A, Mar 2026
Everything was great besides from the voice over in the gondola. The voice was very unsettling and unnecessary. Please change it to music or allow for guests to silence it!!
Valerie_C, Mar 2026
The gondola was a great experience! The summit has a lot to do for kids and the views were amazing.
If you’re afraid of heights, the ride up is a little intense but short.
catherinejdin, Mar 2026
It was a very wonderful experiemce! The staff were very nice. The gondola arra was also clean and well maintained.
victor_N, Mar 2026
It was an awesome fun time with my lovely wife, our son and daughter. The views were breath taking. We took pictures and made videos.
Brandon_S, Mar 2026
Dress appropriately so you can make the most out of your experience. The views are absolutely incredible and the staff is beyond friendly. I would 100% do this again on another trip back to Banff.
Nadine_S, Mar 2026
If the restaurant is fully booked online, just go arround 3 or 4 pm. It's empty. Folks book for 6 pm onwards when it's dark...useless. I went up 3 times in one week. It was worth every penny.
oreoluwa_i, Mar 2026
i recommend. totally recommend . it was fun, staff were nice, resturant there was amazing, views were amazing. ride was smooth. Just a blast tbh
grant_m, Mar 2026
What a beautiful experience. The nighttime ride was great. Could see the lights in the valley below the mountains with swirling snow all around. Really well done.
Carol_A, Mar 2026
Views were absolutely beautiful! It didn’t even look real, like you were looking at a photograph or painting. Loved the coffee shop.
IonelaNarcisa_P, Mar 2026
Fantastic experience. Beautiful view and friendly staff. Would definitely recommend it to everyone. .
Clint_P, Mar 2026
Worth every penny.. take note of the weather if possible. Make the effort to walk to the top. Beautiful view.
Sharon_H, Mar 2026
breathtaking scenery and friendly staff .Would highly recommend the experience and the gondola ride was magnificent.
Christine_d, Mar 2026
An absolutely lovely experience. Walking to the summit was quite a beautiful thing to do. The view’s exquisite and the memories made with never be forgotten. The only thing that was truly heartbreaking was that the restaurants were not open at all. One said it was under construction and the other to a private event. Very very disappointing. But other than that so glad we took in a piece of Canadian history!
Ashley_W, Mar 2026
If your scared of heights just close your eyes til you make it up top cause the views are worth it….. even if it’s warm down below take your jacket cause it gets windy….. but 10/10 would recommend…… but go on a clear day so you can see all of the range.
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