Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Overview
Mobile ticket
Soar up Sulphur Mountain for a bird's-eye view of Banff National Park and six mountain ranges. Walk the boardwalk, explore the interpretive building, dine at the summit and soak in the sights from 2,281 metres (7,486 feet) above sea level.
Seasonal experiences included:
Sunset Festival
Elevate your summer evenings at the summit! From June 19 to September 7, 2026, your Banff Gondola ticket includes access to Sunset Festival — an alpine celebration featuring live music, tasty bites and chilled drinks for purchase at the summit of Sulphur Mountain.*
Toast the day on the mountaintop — Sunset Festival runs nightly from 6 to 9:30 p.m. this summer.
*In the event of poor weather, the fun moves indoors.
Mountaintop Christmas
November 21 to December 31, 2026
Santa is coming to the Banff Gondola! Celebrate in vintage style atop Sulphur Mountain with timeless holiday activities, classic movies and festive surprises.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infants are free and required a ticket
What To Expect
Banff Gondola
Step into an iconic 4-person gondola cabin with expansive windows and enjoy a smooth 8-minute ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Along the way, take in spectacular views of the town of Banff, the Bow Valley, and six surrounding mountain ranges. At the summit, soak up 360-degree panoramic vistas. Explore the summit at your own pace with access to scenic walking paths, including the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk. This self-guided interpretive walkway leads to Sanson’s Peak and the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station, a designated National Historic Site. When it’s time to relax, stop by Castle Mountain Coffee Co. for a drink or snack, or enjoy a full dining experience with reservations at Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen or Sky Bistro, offering elevated Canadian cuisine with unmatched views. The Banff Gondola is serviced year-round by Roam Public Transit – Route 1. Ticketed shuttles run regularly with stops along Banff Avenue. Free shuttles are available May to October.
What‘s Included
Sunset Festival | June 19 to September 7, 2026
A round trip Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
Learn about the local area in the "Above Banff" Interpretive Center
Your 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.
Mountaintop Christmas | November 21 to December 31, 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 points
Banff Gondola
Mountain Avenue Banff Canada
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Options
Banff Gondola Admission
Reviews
2,797 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice experience
nnord,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Gondola itself was nice. Everyone was super friendly. We ate dinner at the Sky Bistro - it was extremely overpriced for the quality and amount of food you got. The views were incredible though.
Best Mountain Top Experience
Jay L,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It 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
Weather didn't spoil it
Pat F,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Sadly 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.
Great! Must do when you...
June C,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great! Must do when you are in the area! Wish the weather was nice, but still, it was wonderful with little drizzles from the sky.
Wildlife Tour Experience Fantastic
Lois K,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You may or may not see a lot of wildlife but we did on this trip. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Gondola fun!
Janice S,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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.
Must do
Resort54907541913,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely wonderful experience!
Such a cool experience!...
Kristin M,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a cool experience! So much to see once you reach the top! Wear your tennis shoes or hiking boots to walk the trail!
Amazing view and...
Ryan M,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing 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
Unbelievable time
Dkboyer2000,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it would do it again. The employees are super nice. The experience is amazing. Even the food up top was delicious. Don’t believe what you read on the Internet. This is worth the trouble.
From CA$90.00
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