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Surprise Corner viewpoint

You can see the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow River, and Sulphur Mountain from this viewpoint on the lower slopes of Tunnel Mountain.

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Bow Falls
Below the iconic Banff Springs Hotel is the beautiful Bow Falls. It's not the most dramatic waterfall in Banff National Park, but Bow Falls is in the town of Banff and is worth a visit. Easily accessible with plenty of parking for private vehicles and tour buses. You can take in the view from either side of the river.
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Hoodoo Trail
A popular walk to the hoodoos (a kind of rock formations) east of Banff.
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Three Ravens Restaurant and Wine Bar
Fine dining with fine views. The restaurant uses fresh local ingredients and has an ambitious and creative kitchen that mostly succeeds in meeting its goals. The service is reportedly superb. Expect about $100 per person for a decent meal.
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Willow Stream Spa
Banff's most luxurious spa has a huge variety of treatments on offer. Reservations are recommended.
Daily 8AM-8PM