Banff Sunshine Village Gondola and Sightseeing

Overview

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Enjoy 360 degree views of the Canadian Rocky Mountain as you ride an 8-passenger gondola and take in the breathtaking views of Banff National Park. Continue on up the mountain and ride the Mount Standish Chairlift that will take you to the Standish Viewpoint Platform. Experience your surroundings from the highest sightseeing elevation in the Banff and Lake Louise area at 7,875ft (2,400m). Stroll along the paths to get closer views of the three high-alpine lakes and jaw dropping view of Mt. Assiniboine, "the Matterhorn of the Canadian Rockies".

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Summer season 7 days a week from June 23, 2023 to September 10, 2023.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately for season.

NO Pets allowed with the exception of service animals

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Sightseeing Gondola and Mount Standish Chairlift

Free Shuttles from the town of Banff. Various pick up locations

Product for foot passenger only.

No Sport equipment permitted skis, snowboards, snow bikes, snow shoes, snow kites, bicycles

What To Expect

Sunshine Meadows

Sunshine Village sits high on the Continental Divide in the heart of Banff National Park. It features three sprawling mountains with breathtaking sights, uninterrupted by any signs of civilization. Just a quick 15 minute drive from the town of Banff, Sunshine Village is the perfect place to escape the crowds and enjoy nature. Visit the gift shop and cafe before getting on a 22-minute gondola ride that will take you up through the rocky mountains and into the village. Take the tour at your own pace and either take the Mount Standish Chairlift or hike up the mountain to the viewpoint. Ride the Mount Standish Chairlift over 2,400 m (7,875 ft), the highest sightseeing elevation in the Banff and Lake Louise area. Experience 360 degree views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. You will feel like you are on top of the world. From there, catch even more breathtaking scenery from the Standish viewpoint platform or connect to the Sunshine Meadows hiking trails and visit the three high-alpine lakes; Larynx, Grizzly and Rock Isle. Then finish your day off with a cold drink and some delectable eats at Mad Trapper's Grill & BBQ (not included). Free shuttle buses are available to Banff Sunshine Village Gondola, with 6 daily pick-ups in Banff at various locations starting at 7:00am. Free shuttle bus with 6 daily returns to Banff at various times throughout to the day, last one departing the Banff Sunshine Village Gondola base area at 5:45pm

3 hours•Admission Included

Just a quick 15 minute drive from the town of Banff, Sunshine Village is the perfect place to escape the crowds and enjoy nature. Visit the gift shop and cafe before getting on our 8 passenger 22-minute gondola ride that will take you up through the rocky mountains and into the village. Take the tour at your own pace and either take the Mount Standish Chairlift or hike up the mountain to the viewpoint. Please Note: Plan your visit to allow sufficient time to ride the Gondola to the Village and enjoy the sights from the Standish Viewing Deck. We recommend you arrive to the Village no later than 15:30.

3 hours•Admission Included

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Banff Sunshine Village Gondola and Sightseeing

Reviews

4.76

154 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

137

Canada 2025
Lenka B,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We were advised to go early, which we did so parking was fine. The ride up was so pretty and the family loved the hiking trails.
A beautiful ride to amazing mountain views!!
Purev A,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Sunshine meadows is a must do!!! We decided to take the less touristy gondola and we are so happy we did. The overlook of sunshine meadows is to die for, and the hike to Laryx lake was gorgeous! definitely pack bug repellent though, the mosquitos were hungry (we are here on July 1st). Side note, we came here on Canada day and it was so nice to escape the crowds, and sunshine village had cute Canada day activities like a live DJ and face painting.
Sunshine gondola
Kevin H,
Sep 26, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The views were spectacular. We had a friendly and knowledgeable driver and he was on time for our trip to and from the gondola.
a wonderful trip
matthew b,
Sep 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00
great experience. well worth it. great views and staff is very informative. clean and professional. highly recommended
Fun ride with great views.
Lilla F,
Sep 15, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We really enjoyed the gondola ride, much longer than we thought it would be, the bonus ski lift ride was super fun and the views from the top were magnificent! We took the lift twice, hiking down the second time, we loved the option to do some hiking at the top.