Banff Townsite Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour
Banff, Canada
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Product ID: 3921
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Offered in: EnglishDiscover the natural splendor of Banff National Park with this self-guided driving tour! Set in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff boasts fabulous natural hot springs, stunning vistas, crystal clear lakes, and plentiful wildlife. Cruise the scenic routes around this captivating mountain town and national park at your own pace, and see why Banff is one of Canada’s most beloved destinations.
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Gather your group and explore together!
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
- Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
- Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
- This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
- Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
- Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
- This tour is NOT an entrance ticket to the park
- Offline GPS-enabled route map
- NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)
- Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals
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After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
End point
2 Mt Norquay Rd, 2 Mt Norquay Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Canada
The self-guided driving audio tour will come to a close at the Norquay Lodge, located directly ahead.
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Surprise Corner Viewpoint offers great views of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Note: The tour is over 26 miles long, with more than 42 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Duration: 5 minutes
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Park just ahead for Tunnel Mountain Trail, a moderate 3-mile hike which leads to the summit of Banff’s smallest mountain.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Bow River is the lifeblood of this region. In pre-colonization times, the First Nations people drank from it, hunted along its banks, and even crafted bows from the reeds which grow alongside the river!
Duration: 10 minutes
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What’s a hoodoo, you ask? Great question! A hoodoo is a tall thin spire of rock formed by erosion.
Duration: 10 minutes
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It’s a lake beloved by locals which is typically less crowded than other spots. There’s an easy walking trail that’ll take us around the lake, too.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Lake Minnewanka
For thousands of years, people have flocked to its shores for hunting and camping.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Mount Norquay Lookout
This spot is great for a postcard-perfect panoramic view of the Bow Valley, the Canadian Rockies and the town of Banff! Keep an eye out for the parking area on your right if you’d like to stop.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Bow Falls Viewpoint offers a splendid look at a tumbling waterfall. If you’re eager to get up close to the Falls, there’s a 1.7-mile trail that should take about 45 minutes to complete.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Banff National Park
Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park enchants with its pristine alpine landscapes, turquoise lakes, and rugged mountain peaks, offering a haven for outdoor adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.
Duration: 10 minutes
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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