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10 kid-approved activities to do when visiting Banff

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Going to Banff is a fun experience for the whole family but sometimes it can be hard occupying the kids all of the time. This is especially true if you’re not familiar with what there is to see and do.  We’ve got 10 kid-approved ideas on how to keep busy with the kids while visiting Banff!

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Kid-approved activities to do with kids when visiting Banff

This mix of cheap and free things to do in Banff should give you a wide range of activities in the National Park that your kids will love and talk about for years to come!

1. Kid-Friendly Hikes

Go on a kid-friendly hike at Tunnel Mountain or Fenland Trail.

2. Visit Downtown Banff

Take a walk on Banff Avenue and stop off at the iconic Banff Sweet Shoppe for some of your favourite (and even hard to find) treats.

3. Go on a Pony Ride

Kids 3-7yrs can get up close and learn the basics of horseback riding on a 15-minute Pony Lead. The cost is $20, and worth the splurge.

4. Try Bowling

Check out High Rollers Banff and bowl a couple of games! There are 6 lanes, one with bumpers, a full menu, billiards and arcade games.

5. Biking at the Banff Pump Track

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Bring your bikes and check out the Banff Bike Park at Sundance Road and Cave Ave! There are elements for all skill levels! (The pump track is being renovated in 2023 and may not be available this summer.)

6. Enjoy the Hot Springs

Take some time to soak in the hot mineral water at Banff Upper Hot Springs.

7. Summit a Mountain (without hiking)

Go for a ride on the Banff Gondola and explore the top of a mountain or have lunch in their restaurant, Sky Bistro (FYI, the food is delicious).

8. Hit a playground

Burn off some energy as you explore and play at some of Banff’s Best Playgrounds.

9. Go Swimming

Visit Banff’s only Water Park at Douglas Fir Resort (for registered guests only at this time). Other options include checking out the pool at Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation or one of the mountain lakes.

10. Take a Boat Tour

Take a boat tour on Lake Minnewanka and learn about the history, geology, animals, and more.

Are there other activities that we didn’t include in this list that you like to do when you are visiting Banff with the family? Join the conversation on Instagram or Facebook and tell us what are some of the kid-approved activities that you do with your family.

Just Another Edmonton Mommy

3 Calgary Hotels With Awesome Pools For The Whole Family

Whether you’re travelling to Calgary with kids or planning a staycation finding a hotel with a great swimming pool is important and we’ve picked our top 3 Calgary Hotels with awesome pools, complete with some pretty cool waterslides too!

Calgary Hotels With Awesome Pools

Deer Foot Inn & Casino

A hidden gem that’s for sure! The waterpark at Deer Foot Inn & Casino features a spacious pool with a ‘deeper end’, a shallow little kids pool area, waterslide, and 2 Hot Tubs. You’re going to want to check out this pool that for sure. Local? You can also rent this pool area for birthday parties for $22.95/child with lunch and cake provided.
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Port’O’Call

Calgary Hotels With Awesome Pools

Probably one of the most popular places to stay for families this waterpark is more than 8,000 square feet and features a wading pool and slide for little ones, 2 slides, leisure pool, and 2 hot-tubs.
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Sheraton Cavalier 

Calgary Hotels With Awesome Pools

This waterpark is 3,000 sq feet of fun for the whole family complete with 2 waterslides, a swimming pool, kiddie pool, 2 hot tubs, and a sauna. No need to leave the area for lunch or a drink because this area also has a snack bar with food and drink (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) and lots of places to sit too.
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Do you know of other Calgary Hotels with awesome pools? Comment below and let us know!

Just Another Edmonton Mommy