The Cave and Basin National Historic Site is an icon in Banff National Park. It is located near downtown Banff and is easily walkable if you can't access a vehicle. Its beginnings date back to 1883, and it is one of the most cost-friendly activities in this area. You do not want to miss out on this attraction for those reasons!

We have visited the Cave and Basin multiple times and have never run out of things to read, learn, and see. We hold this site near and dear to our hearts, as it is the foundation upon which Banff National Park was built. Whether you're a local who wants to deepen your knowledge of the beautiful area you live in or a visitor excited to learn more about Banff's rich history, the Cave and Basin Museum will not disappoint! The natural hot springs date back to the conception of the park and all of Canadian National Parks.