Banff Gondola Ride Admission
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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
- Sunset Festival | June 19 to September 7, 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
- 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 2,804 reviews
Stephen_B, Jun 2026
The gondola is a must-do experience. The views from the top are spectacular. The whole family enjoyed the all you can eat buffet and view at Northern Lights restaurant.
Maureen_L, Jun 2026
Experience was great. No more needs to be said. These reviews should simply say positive or negative. This was positive!!!
Irene_F, Jun 2026
Very easy to get to. Queues move quickly to
Gondolas.
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Views amazing!!
Katia_B, Jun 2026
Well worth the money! The views are spectacular. Check the weather as it gets cold at the top. Enjoy!
JO_B, Jun 2026
Breath taking views. Be sure to go up to the Fire Tower for the best views. Gondola goes so high up. Wonderful
James_T, Jun 2026
Very coordinated for loading, just follow your board times. Awesome views from the top. We also did the buffet at the restaurant - food was great! Kudos to all the staff for delivering a wonderful experience.
Jay_L, Jun 2026
It was amazing and one of the best experiences we’ve had traveling the world. The snow capped mountains are so beautiful and life restoring. We highly recommend everyone visiting Banff to make the trip up the gondola. The “cherry on top” of this experience is dining at Sky Bistro with its amazing tasting menu
Pat_F, May 2026
Sadly it was raining down in Banff, so the visibility wasn't great on the gondola, but the bonus of that was that it was snowing at the top. This meant that the boardwalks were also closed. The ride was really smooth and we really enjoyed it despite the weather.
June_C, May 2026
Great! Must do when you are in the area! Wish the weather was nice, but still, it was wonderful with little drizzles from the sky.
Lois_K, May 2026
You may or may not see a lot of wildlife but we did on this trip. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Janice_S, May 2026
The views were spectacular!! The facilities at the top were lovely. It was a special touch to provide marshmallows to toast on fire pit for free.
Kristin_M, May 2026
Such a cool experience! So much to see once you reach the top! Wear your tennis shoes or hiking boots to walk the trail!
Ryan_M, May 2026
Amazing view and spectacular setting!! Photos galore, nice walking path (nice wooden steps), two beautiful restaurants (separate booking and costs of course). Can get windy up there but 100% worth it, has some indoor seating as well to take a look and soak in the beauty
John_L, May 2026
Really good staff all around and the Northern Lights restaurant was great highly recommend
A lot of fun for the hole family
Yadi_B, May 2026
My experience was Amazing!! Truly recommend it to everyone looking for beautiful views, good food options and great R and R.
Kamal_V, May 2026
The Viator works with pursuit for this experience, but there was no benefit of booking this way as we still had to stand in a regular Q to exchange, up at the mountain also there was no different experience
shirley_t, May 2026
I am afraid of height but this experience has made me feel save and I definitely want to do it again
Manoop_B, May 2026
A must do in Banff.
Views from the top are amazing and heavenly.
Local bus ride is complimentary with these tickets.
Patricia_D, May 2026
Dress in layers. There are stairs but many rest areas. Food and beverages at top of Gondola. A destination wedding spot.
Elizabeth_D, May 2026
Lovely ride to the top. Great views. Not as cold as i thought it would be. We arrived early and were accomodated on arrival.
Connie_B, May 2026
An amazing way to be up “in the mountains” . The wildlife is lovely - we saw elk and goats. The boardwalk is a great way to get different views of the city and the mountains.
Ruthie_G, May 2026
Lines can be long but it’s so worth it. Spectacular vistas, a super nice facility…and the short movie they showed was excellent.
We saw big horn sheep, too!
Sierra_R, May 2026
Stunning views of the mountains and town of Banff. The gondola ride is incredible and the views from the mountain are unmatched! The food at Northern Lights was great and there’s the cutest gift shop. Definitely pack a jacket and wear good shoes for walking the trail!
Peter_D, May 2026
The Banff Gondola is an absolute must‑do. The eight‑minute ride up Sulphur Mountain delivers huge views before you even reach the summit, and once you step out, the panorama is extraordinary. We loved the boardwalk to Sanson Peak and the historic weather station, but the little touches made it special — marshmallows by the fire pits, friendly staff, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Parking is free with a standard Parks Canada pass, which makes the whole experience even easier. After a trip full of mountain viewpoints, this still stood out as one of the best.
Rhonda_W, May 2026
The gondola ride was amazing and allowed you to see the breath-taking views. The walk at the summit was beautiful and so peaceful and calming. The food at Northern Alpine restaurant was amazing, service was amazing and the view was stunning.
Diane_K, May 2026
Easy to find the bus and get to the gondola.
Once at the gondola, we exchanged our vouchers for tickets, everyone helpful, no problems.
Wonderful views at the top, we walked the boardwalk, which was easy.
Brilliant day
ChunYen_L, May 2026
The view is breathtaking, and I highly recommend visiting Banff if you’re traveling there. The transportation system is also quite easy to navigate.
Donald_C, May 2026
My tour was cancelled 24 hours prior to my Gondola tour. I asked to only switch the date of my Gondola tour as my other Viator tour was cancelled with less than 24 hours. Viator repeatedly refused to change the date nor refund my money. I will never use Viator again; HORRIBLE COMPANY!!!
Patty_W, May 2026
We didn’t get to go because of the weather. We were not prepared for the drops in temps and did not bring heavy winter gear so we couldn’t go.
Carra_B, May 2026
Very smooth ride to the top of the mountain the staff was excellent and upbeat plus very efficient, was able to board a few minutes early! Mother Nature didn’t cooperate but none the less a great experience!
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