Visit the Cave and Basin National Historic Site to experience the birthplace of Canada’s national parks and learn about the natural and cultural history of the mountains. Discover the hot water that seeps from the rocks, smell the minerals and explore the trails. Enjoy it on your own or take one of the many guided tours.
Cave and Basin
Banff, Alberta
- Type
- Park/Landscape
- Address
- 311 Cave Avenue, Banff, AB, Canada
Get directions - Hours
- January 1 to May 16 (Wednesday to Sunday): 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 17 to October 14 (open daily): 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. October 15 to December 31 (Wednesday to Sunday): 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Phone
- 403-762-1566
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Wheelchair Access
Location
311 Cave Avenue, Banff, AB, Canada
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