Popular Attractions
All Gondolas & Chairlifts (Summer)
Adventure Details
Experience the best views of the Rockies on a summer sightseeing gondola or chairlift. These popular attractions depart in various locations around Banff National Park. Choose from the popular Banff Gondola, the unique and nature inspiried Sunshine Village Gondola & Chairlift, The Lake Louise Summer Sightseeing Gondola & Chairlift with some of the best chances to spot wild grizzly bears and the famous North American Chairlift (at Mt Norquay) the gateway to an unforgettable, open-air journey into the sky.
Each Gondola & Chairlift experience provides a different way to view the Park. The Banff Gondola has an interpretive centre and restaurant at the top, along with a boardwalk for snapping awesome photos. Sunshine Village Gondola & Chairlift is all about the wildflowers and hiking trails. It is the fastest way to get stunning alpine views. Lake Louise Gondola & Chairlift has some of the best chances to spot wild grizzly bears. You'll see when you arrive how this place balances sheer beauty, effortless-to-extreme adventure, and an escape from the bigger crowds. Finally at Mt Norquay enjoy a 10 minute chairlift ride up to 7,000 feet and experience spectacular views looking down into the Town of Banff , across at the Spray and Bow Valleys plus the jagged edges of Mt Rundle as a feature for all your photos. There's a gondola and chairlift option suitable for everyone!
Book your Adventure
- Each Gondola & Chairlift has it's own specific operating hours and restrictions. Check out the individual pages for more information.
- All Gondola & Chairlift tickets should be booked in advance.
- Shuttles available from Banff to Banff Gondola, Sunshine Village Gondola and Mt Norquay Chairlift. Guests must make their own way to the Lake Louise Gondola.
- Pets are not permitted within the gondola cabins. Service animals are welcome in all areas of the Banff Gondola, Lake Louise Gondola & Sunshine Village Gondola when accompanied by their owners.