Banff Cave and Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour

Free cancellation available

Get up close and personal with Banff’s famous hot springs with this self-guided walking tour which features the Cave and Basin National Historic Site and follows one of the national park’s most popular riverside trails. Uncover the history of the springs, find out how their discovery created all sorts of legal drama, and dig into lesser known aspects of Banff’s history along the way. As you stroll, you’ll also get to enjoy amazing wilderness scenery and breathtaking views of the Bow River.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

What's included

  • Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular

    How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.

    Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    311 Cave Ave, Cave Ave 311, Banff, T1L 1K2
    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
    311 Cave Ave, Cave Ave 311, Banff, T1L 1K2

    Frequently asked questions





    Want to suggest something?

    Tickets and prices