Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Overview
Soar up Sulphur Mountain for sweeping views of Banff National Park and six mountain ranges. Walk the boardwalk, explore the interpretive building, dine at the summit and take in the sights from 2,281 metres (7,486 feet) above sea level.
Seasonal experiences included:
Sunset Festival (June to September, 2027) — Your Banff Gondola ticket includes this alpine celebration with live music, tasty bites and chilled drinks for purchase at the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Toast the day on the mountaintop nightly from 6 to 9:30 p.m.; in poor weather, activities move indoors.
Autumn Above (October 2 to November 15, 2026) — Enjoy hands-on crafts, seasonal drinks, live music and more, included with admission, and soak in the beauty of autumn from the mountaintop, surrounded by golden fall colors.
Mountaintop Christmas (November 21 to December 31, 2026) — Santa is coming to the Banff Gondola. Celebrate in vintage style with timeless holiday activities, classic movies and festive surprises.
What's Included
- A round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
- Sunset Festival | June to September, 2027
- Learn about the local area in the "Above Banff" Interpretive Center
- Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 2026
- Autumn Above | October 2 – November 15, 2026
- Boardwalk access to Sanson's Peak & the Sulphur Mountain
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Table Reservations at Sky Bistro, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, and Peak Patio.
- Paid 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 Location
Banff Gondola
Mountain Avenue, Banff T1L1B2, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- A round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.
- Sunset Festival | June to September, 2027.
- Learn about the local area in the "Above Banff" Interpretive Center.
- Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 2026.
- Autumn Above | October 2 – November 15, 2026.
- Boardwalk access to Sanson's Peak & the Sulphur Mountain.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
- Table Reservations at Sky Bistro, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, and Peak Patio.
- Paid 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.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Banff Gondola Ride Admission is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Banff Gondola Ride Admission will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Banff. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
- Sunset Festival | June to September, 2027
- Learn about the local area in the "Above Banff" Interpretive Center
- Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 2026
- Autumn Above | October 2 – November 15, 2026
- Boardwalk access to Sanson's Peak & the Sulphur Mountain
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Table Reservations at Sky Bistro, Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen, and Peak Patio.
- Paid 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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
