Banff Gondola
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Torie Wotton
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"The Banff Gondola is located about five minutes from the Tunnel Mountain trail head. There is a large parking lot and parking is free. In the winter, you can usually walk on to the gondola at any time. I do recommend calling a couple of days in advance to confirm that they have availability but you should be able to play the time by ear so that you can go as soon as you finish your hike. This is really beneficial because it minimizes wait times and you don't have to rush your hike.
Riding the gondola is a more pricey item. It cost me about $80, but it was one thousand percent worth it.
The ride up the mountain is nice and you’ll see some good views but the real highlight is at the top. When you step outside of the visitors center, you’ll be treated to mountain views in all directions. There is a boardwalk path that you can follow to multiple lookout points and learn about the surrounding mountains from the information panels along the way. Near the end, you’ll be able to see Tunnel Mountain from a new vantage point which is really cool after climbing it earlier in the day.
Inside the visitors center, there is a little museum type area which is included in your admission. This area provides lots of information about the park and it is a neat addition.
There’s also a little theater that shows promotional short films; another great way to learn about all Banff National Park has to offer.
If you’re looking for a unique experience, the visitor center also has a restaurant with beautiful views. I personally felt this was an unnecessary addition because of its price and the fact that you can get the same views without going into the restaurant. If fine dining is your thing, this could be a good spot to check out. "
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Kathrine Linstrum
"Start your day off by exploring the heights of Banff National Park with a visit to the Banff Gondola and a stroll along the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk. Start your adventure by ascending to the summit of Sulphur Mountain via the Banff Gondola, a breathtaking eight-minute ride offering panoramic vistas of the Canadian Rockies. You can pre book the gondola by visiting the link below.
The ticket costs depend on the season/day of the week but average from $60-$85.
At the mountaintop, you'll be treated to unrivaled 360-degree views of Banff and six surrounding mountain ranges. But the adventure doesn't end there. Take a leisurely walk along the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk. The boardwalk is approximately 1 km long and offers some of the most stunning views of Banff."
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Heidy Rosario
Available for hire
"Book ahead of time for discounted price with Viator link for $44.66.
Discover sweeping scenes of six mountain ranges, the Bow Valley and the charming town of Banff from the Sulphur Mountain summit. Once you're at the top, begin your adventure by strolling the boardwalk to the Cosmic Ray Station and Sanson's Peak and learn about Canada's first national park. Then, head inside to explore our world-class mountaintop discovery centre. Fuel up on grab-and-go fare at Castle Mountain Coffee or enjoy an elegant meal at the award-winning Sky Bistro."
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