Best of Banff in 3 Days - Summer

Itinerary created by

Jana & Matej

What you’ll do

Visiting Canadian Rockies in summer and only have 3 days? We'd recommend sticking to Banff only to reduce the driving and making most of your time - here's a 3 day itinerary of places you shouldn't miss if this is your first time visiting.

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Start your day early and drive to Vermilion Lakes that are just outside of town. Fingers crossed the water is calm so you can snap some epic photos of reflections of Mt. Rundle in the water.

Vermilion Lakes

Best views of Mt. Rundle

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Continue driving to Lake Minnewanka and make sure to stop at Two Jack Lake on the way. Once at Minnewanka, you can either take Lake Minnewanka boat cruise (booking ahead required) or do a short walk along the lake to Stewart Canyon.

Two Jack Lake

Picturesque lake just outside Banff

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Lake Minnewanka

Banff's largest lake

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Sightseeing

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End the day exploring the downtown Banff. Take a stroll on Banff Avenue which is the main street with all cute shops, souvenirs and restaurants. Stop by somewhere for food.