Banff Gondola Ride Admission
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Banff, Canada
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- 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
- Sunset Festival | June 19 to September 7, 2026
- Autumn Above | October 2 – November 15, 2026
- Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 2026
- Public transportationYour Banff Gondola ticket includes free transportation via Brewster Sightseeing and Roam Transit Route 1. Just have your same-day, pre-purchased ticket ready when you board. May 15 - October 12, 2026.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Table Reservations at Sky Bistro, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, and Peak Patio.
- Parking FeesPaid parking, managed and enforced by Parks Canada, is available on-site for an additional CA$17.50. During busy times, this parking lot may be full.
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
- Accessibility requests require at least 72 hours’ advance notice and must be arranged through the contact options on our official website.
- 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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Jessica_P, Sep 2026
For the price of the gondola tickets, it was very chaotic and rushed to take the gondola up and down. Unfortunately, we had very bad weather the day we went. Very cloudy, cold and rainy. The views were still quite spectacular but wish we could have seen them more clearly.
Sue_M, Sep 2026
Weather could have been better for viewing and hiking… cloudy and drizzly. Sky Bistro restaurant excellent
Krishnan_A, Sep 2026
The ride up and down in the Gondola is smooth and well organized. The boardwalk is long and has about 400 steps to the top from where views are terrific!
Molly_M, Sep 2026
Great view, line moves quickly and worth the money. Would 10/10 recommend to all visitors. Grab a cocktail at the top and enjoy the scenery.
Victoria_V, Sep 2026
It is a must do excursion. Easy to navigate the experience and views are like no other place to see the valley.
David_H, Sep 2026
Brilliant at the top is amazing the views are too die for and the restaurant and bar with the live music wow
Manuel_O, Sep 2026
It’s an absolute must for activity. The views are breathtaking and the staff are top notch especially the cashiers and young ladies at the entrance
Bethany_B, Sep 2026
The tickets were easy to buy and exactly as described: the details given made the redemption easy and the process was smooth.
Joe_C, Sep 2026
Amazing views ,see for miles, worth your time and money. Chipmunks, birds, occasionally mountain goats or bears.
shelley_h, Sep 2026
Awesome experience, so easy to use the app and was so easy for everything else, the gondola was an experience I will never forget as im afraid of heights it was awesome
Gabriel_C, Sep 2026
When you take the Gondola up Sulfur Mountain, there is a small lighthouse at the top which requires a bit more walking. Its an amazing view all around. Truly spectacular. But once you get to the lighthouse, you will be swarmed by little gnats. I have no idea how gnats exist that far up a mountain. They don't bite so don't be worried.
Roy_L, Sep 2026
SO INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL!
Don't miss it!
The views are spectacular!!
We didn't want to come down.
Be sure to go to the 4th floor observation deck!
Sherry_M, Sep 2026
Most amazing view!! We all felt this was the best part of our trip to Banff. Such beautiful mountain views all around us!
Chris_W, Sep 2026
Beautiful views, good food and drink options. The sunset festival was lovely and, again, the views were breathtaking.
Sheba_M, Sep 2026
Its something one must do when in Banff. Views were great . Ran smoothly and the staff was helpful. Booking through Viator was cheaper but you have to wait in line to get the actual tickets to ride
Michelle_W, Sep 2026
Excellent experience beautiful views. Music playing. We had food at the sky bar and drinks while up there. Walked up to the summit
Emese_M, Sep 2026
We were running late but no issues.
We booked early and honestly, though the ticket says get there early for parking we didn't expect it to be that popular. Upon arrival you are directed by friendly staff, they help if you have no experience with the parking rules.
We had a voucher that had to be exchanged to a ticket and even though we were late, no problems.
There is food and drink upstairs, exhibitions, gift shops, the view is amazing, the gondola is safe and easy to use, the walk is built so you don't go off beaten path. It is quite a climb to the other top so leave yourself time if you want to enjoy the view.
Cynthia_S, Aug 2026
The gondola ride was wonderful! The scenery was spectacular. We even saw a bear run across underneath our gondola!
Karen_D, Aug 2026
Fantastic experience. Views were breathtaking. Restaurant food was excellent and the young staff were very friendly and well trained dealing with customers and advising on food and drink.
Jody_F, Aug 2026
The ride is beautiful and the venue worth the trip up the mountain. We ate at the Bistro and experienced great service and food. This was an experience we'll never forget!
Chad_S, Aug 2026
Great view nice time
Easy to do
Food on the top floor was great
Band playing was very
scenic views
Worth the trip
Kirankumar_B, Aug 2026
Staff is great and they guide you very well.
The staff was knowledgeable and made sure our trip around was enjoyable.
Mark_D, Aug 2026
We really enjoyed the aerial view of Banff and the beautiful Bow River valley. It was a great way to start our week long adventure in the Banff area.
Barb_R, Aug 2026
Wonderful experience. We sampled food in 5 different restaurants within the hotel along with paired drink. The food was excellent in each place. Very well run and orchestrated. Highly recommend. You do not leave hungry!!!
Emma_B, Aug 2026
Amazing experience! Beautiful at the top. Had lunch at the Sky Bistro. So good! Great transpiration services with shuttle from downtown Banff.
Jackie_C, Aug 2026
The staff was very kind and patient, we arrived a little late and it was raining. I needed to go back to the car to grab a jacket. The man at the desk said "no stress take your time", I was so relieved. He also added that we could come down the mountain any time instead of strickly our scheduled time. PHEW!!
Sonia_M, Aug 2026
It’s an incredible experience! The views from the boardwalk is a great way to see the entire valley and mountains surrounding. It’s a must!
Victoria_J, Aug 2026
It was great! Short ride up but beautiful views. Lots of great food options and even live entertainment!
Beverly_P, Aug 2026
Banff is very visitor friendly. The free parking at the train station was convenient with short walk to downtown. It was quite easy to use our Viator tickets for the Gondola! The free bus ride to the Gondola was great!
Jeff_H, Aug 2026
The gondola ride was exciting and beautiful scenery everywhere. Took the steps up to the weather station. Walked the rim a few hundred feet.
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