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7 Visitor Centers in Canadian Rockies That You Shouldn't Miss
From Alberta’s southwestern border north into British Columbia, the Canadian Rockies are a network of provincial and national parks that collectively make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Banff and Jasper national parks are connected by the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic drives in the world. The towns of Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper are hubs for adventures including hiking, horseback riding, rafting and wildlife viewing. Accommodation ranges from hotels to mountain lodges.
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1. Jasper Information Centre
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4.5 based on 642 reviews
This historic building houses the visitor's center for Japer National Park.
Reviewed By nyalta - Bedford, United Kingdom
The weather was wet and cloud cover low so we visited the information centre for suggestions of things to do in the drizzly rain. The staff were excellent, very knowledgeable and keen to help the visitors. We left armed with a trail map marked with the recommended hikes and some bear spray in case our walks in the woods stumbled across a bear - we didn’t although did see bears by the roadside from our car. The parks staff have all the latest information on areas closed due to animal activity so a good place to start any trip to Jasper.
2. Grande Cache Tourism and Interpretive Centre
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Located on Highway 40 and surrounded by stunning vistas of the Canadian Rockies, the Grande Cache Tourism and Interpretive Centre has much to offer the curious traveler and long time resident. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are available to answer questions and help you make the most of your time in our beautiful mountain town. We offer hiking guides, maps and loads of information about the area.In addition, the Centre also showcases the fascinating history of the area through exhibits and displays: featuring ice age artifacts, dinosaur tracks, Aboriginal heritage and fur trading, full animal mounts, tree and geological descriptions and local industry.
Reviewed By Polliemt - Grande Cache, Canada
Welcoming, knowledgeable staff. Wonderful visual information of industries, artistry, wildlife, scenery and history in the area. Get absorbed each time I go.
3. Banff Visitor Centre
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4.5 based on 1,107 reviews
Welcome to the official visitor centre for Banff National Park. We invite you to stop by the visitor centre on Banff Avenue for all your trip planning needs, accommodation, dining and activity booking, Parks Canada trail, campground and backcountry information. Whatever your need, our friendly staff will ensure you are equipped to have a fantastic visit to Canada's first national park. We look forward to your visit!
Reviewed By chickandbeast - Southgate, Canada
Banff Visitor Information Centre is on a main street in Banff part of Alberta's Banff National Park and you require a park pass to get to Banff and park. Very attractive building and very helpful.
4. Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
Located on Highway 1 in Canmore, Alberta, the Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is a great place to stop and get information on Banff and Jasper National Parks, as well as all of Alberta. Our travel experts onsite will help personalize your Alberta vacation to make it unforgettable. They know all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there!
Reviewed By eeuromaritimeacademy - Bhubaneswar, India
i really very excited here. best place for entertainment and enjoy life. i advised people to visit here with your life partner and family
5. Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre
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4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By 574DanM - Calgary, Canada
Good place to get your bearings when you arrive to the Lake Louise area. Park staff ready to help you out. Good parking and restrooms. Little wildlife museum for the kids
6. Peter Lougheed Park Discovery & Information Centre
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
7. Barrier Lake Visitor Information Centre
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
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