Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Before you book
- The gondola leaves from the end of Mountain Avenue in Banff. A same-day ticket included the free downtown Banff Gondola shuttle and Roam Route 1 rides only until 12 October 2026; after that, pay the Roam fare on Route 1 or drive. Parks Canada's paid lot at the base (CA$17.50 a day from 15 May to 12 October 2026) is small and fills at busy times.
- Not included: the national park pass, which you need for any time in Banff National Park (2026: CA$12.25 an adult a day, free for 17 and under), and food and drink at the summit. Pets and strollers are not allowed; bring ID.
- The gondola runs all year apart from its annual maintenance closure, 17 to 19 November 2026. From 13 October to 16 November it opens 10 AM to 9 PM, with the last ride up at 7:30 PM (the operator's hours page), and the summit's Sky Bistro also closes from 4 to 15 January 2027.
- The ride takes about eight minutes. At the top the boardwalk now ends at a viewpoint before the historic Weather Observatory, with 368 stairs each way, and it is not wheelchair accessible (operator); accessibility requests need 72 hours' notice.
- Cancellation: the listing records no free cancellation and gives no terms, and the operator's FAQ says gondola tickets are non-refundable.
About This Experience
A timed ticket for the Banff Gondola at the end of Mountain Avenue in Banff: about eight minutes up Sulphur Mountain to the 2,281 m summit, with its boardwalk, interpretive centre, rooftop deck and restaurants.
Highlights
- Relax and enjoy a round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
- Learn about the local area in the Above Banff Interpretive Center
- Enjoy 360-degree views from the rooftop observation deck
- Grab a bite or dinner at 3 unique culinary concepts
What's Included
- ✓ Roundtrip on Banff Gondola
- ✓ Knowledgeable and friendly hosts on-site
- ✓ 360-degree rooftop observation deck
- ✓ Above Banff Interpretive Center
- ✓ Above Banff Theatre
- ✓ Hiking trails
- ✓ Sunset Festival (June to September, 2027)
- ✓ Autumn Above (October 2 – November 15, 2026)
- ✓ Mountaintop Christmas (November 21 to December 31, 2026)
- ✓ Access to onsite restaurants (advance reservations recommended)
- ✓ Limited parking - Subject to Availability
Not Included
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Banff National Park day pass
Good to Know
- Banff Gondola is at the base of Sulphur Mountain at the end of Mountain Avenue in Banff, Alberta, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. From Banff Ave, travel south to the end, turn left after the bridge onto Spray Ave. Stay right onto Mountain Ave and follow it to the end to reach the Banff Gondola parking lot.
- Parking is very limited. Sulphur Mountain Paid Parking, managed by Parks Canada, is available on-site for an additional CA$17.50 and may be full at peak times.
- Using the free Banff Gondola Shuttle or Roam Transit from various Banff locations, included with your ticket (May 12 to October 12, 2026), is strongly recommended.
- Have your same-day, pre-purchased ticket ready when you board the Brewster–Banff Gondola shuttle downtown, or take Roam Transit Route 1 to Sulphur Mountain and show your ticket to the driver.
Meeting Point
• Banff Gondola is at the base of Sulphur Mountain at the end of Mountain Avenue in Banff, Alberta, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. From Banff Ave, travel south to the end, turn left after the bridge onto Spray Ave. Stay right onto Mountain Ave and follow it to the end to reach the Banff Gondola parking lot. Parking is very limited. • Sulphur Mountain Paid Parking, managed by Parks Canada, is available on-site for an additional CA$17.50 and may be full at peak times. • Using the free Banff Gondola Shuttle or Roam Transit from various Banff locations, included with your ticket (May 12 to October 12, 2026), is strongly recommended. • Have your same-day, pre-purchased ticket ready when you board the Brewster–Banff Gondola shuttle downtown, or take Roam Transit Route 1 to Sulphur Mountain and show your ticket to the driver. • Please join the boarding queue at the time listed on your ticket. • Last ride up is 30 min before closing & last ride down is 10 min before closing.
