Canmore Travel Guide

 
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Flights to Canmore

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Pro

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 Much cheaper than Banff National Park 


Con

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 Too far away from Scotland 


In a nutshell

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 Great Base for Exploring Banff National Park 

 

Explore Canmore

Things to Do  

Walk The Main Street

Walk The Main Street, Canmore

 Mikebb Says:  We found Canmore to be a quaint little town, very peaceful and surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Rocky Mountains. We arrived late afternoon on a mid June Saturday and were welcomed with dark swirling clouds that looked like they would drop their contents any minute,... 

A Winter wedding in the Rockies

A Winter wedding in the Rockies, Canmore

 Bwana_Brown Says:  Our youngest daughter has been living in Alberta for a few years now and she and Ryan suddenly decided that it was time to get married! In checking out possible venues for a winter wedding, they liked what they found out about the Bear & Bison Inn in Canmore. This little... 

Hotels  

Westridge Country Inn

 1 Review and 61 Opinions  Clean, well-appointed rooms, complete with nice features like a fireplace, balcony and great view of... 

Canmore Inn

 1 Review and 229 Opinions  Canmore is a convenient and cheaper place to stay when visiting Banff and the mountain areas. One... 

Restaurants  

The Drake: Rose and Crowns Brother

The Drake: Rose and Crowns Brother, Canmore

 bobsreturn2004 Says:  The Drake is very similar to the Rose and Crown.Its about the same size and has a downstairs bar as well.Prices are similar and there are big plasma televisions everywhere.The staff for the most part are very polite and a lot of fun.Other members of staff are the most... 

The Drake Inn (Restaurant & Pub): Olde World Cuisine

The Drake Inn (Restaurant & Pub): Olde World Cuisine, Canmore

 spartan Says:  The Drake Inn Restaurant & Pub offers wonderful mountain views with every bite. The new non-smoking lounge features a fireplace, comfortable couches and a relaxed atmosphere in an open, spacious room. Started off with a cup of Creamy Chicken/Corn Chowder and then you can't... 

The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company: Excellent local brew!!!

The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company: Excellent local brew!!!, Canmore

 spartan Says:  The Grizzly Paw has probably the best pub food in the Rockies. The food is perfect for sharing over a pint as well as meals which leave your taste buds happy and your appetite satisfied. Try the 12 inch Chicken Pizza with Thai Sauce...absolutely awesome!!! Wash it down with... 

Santa Lucia: Don't go with children

Santa Lucia: Don't go with children, Canmore

 alebetono Says:  After reading great reviews about Santa Lucia, I went there with my wife and my 1 year old daughter on our one evening in Canmore. After giving us a table (the place wasn't full, it was 5 pm) they ignored us for 20 minutes, they didn't bring us a high chair for the baby and... 

Tapas Restaurant & Bodega: Excellent Meals, Nice Location

Tapas Restaurant & Bodega: Excellent Meals, Nice Location, Canmore

 Mikebb Says:  This was a very nice restaurant within the town, just off the main street. We were offered a table inside or could dine outside on the deck. It was a stormy looking evening but we chose to be brave and took the outside option, assisted by the location of an gas heater next... 

IL Italanio: Italy in Canmore

IL Italanio: Italy in Canmore, Canmore

 bobsreturn2004 Says:  This restaurant located in the middle of town is ideal for a first date.The servers are warm and friendly and the Spaggettie is just out of this world.Infact i do not know if i prefered the Spaggettie or the Italian Salad.Prices are a little bit more expensive than my other... 

Nightlife  

Grizzly Paw Brewery and Restaurant: Great Beer

Grizzly Paw Brewery and Restaurant: Great Beer, Canmore

 canadianinromania Says:  Great place for a party or families alike. More of a restaurant during the day, and a good place for a pint or 10 on the way to dancing. Very unique beers, as they brew on site. If you are a fan of great beer, then this is not to be missed.Summer time patio is a must, with... 

The Drake: Popular Alternative

The Drake: Popular Alternative, Canmore

 bobsreturn2004 Says:  A popular alternative to Hooligans is the excellent Drake Pub.In the nights(certain days)live bands play.A door charge is required Friday and Satuarday.Its a good place to play pool,watcgh some sport and have a pint(although the music is so loud sometimes you cant hear... 

Hooligans: Canmores Only Nightclub

Hooligans: Canmores Only Nightclub, Canmore

 bobsreturn2004 Says:  What can i say about Hooligans?Thats a very difficult question.Its not the best nightclub in the world by miles(although its far better than Cardiffs Philamonic),the drinks are a reasonable price and it is very well staffed.Its the music though,its basically RnB and... 

Transportation  

Alamo Car Hire - Good Value

Alamo Car Hire - Good Value, Canmore

 Mikebb Says:  On arrival at Calgary we walked outside the terminal and across the road to the Alamo Rent A Car office to collect our vehicle. We could choose from a number of mid size cars and chose the blue PT Cruiser as we had seen them around and thought it would be an ideal change for... 

Rocky Mountain Sky Shuttle

Rocky Mountain Sky Shuttle, Canmore

 tuoedisni1 Says:  Took this from Calgary airport - you'll see their booth in the airport as you leave customs. There's several shuttle companies all next to each other, so it's not hard to get a ride to Canmore/Banff.Very good service. 

Local Customs  

We will remember

We will remember, Canmore

 scottishvisitor Says:  This memorial was erected as a pledge of everlasting friendship between Canada & The United States for their help in joining the Commonwealth of Nations in the Second World War. Further reading on the other side commemorates two Canadadian Airforce men & One Airforce man... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Bear Country

Bear Country, Canmore

 bobsreturn2004 Says:  Lions,Tigers and Bears Oh My!Read Elk,Cougars and Bears oh my!and yes they are all out there.The chances of running into a cougar are slim,Elk are a concern.More so in Jasper than canmore.Bears do exsist espicially in th mountains.If you encounter a bear do the... 

Without warning!

Without warning!, Canmore

 Bwana_Brown Says:  On the day of the wedding, the whole group cleared out of the Inn to do a bit of exploring in nearby Banff National Park. The forests and mountains were beautiful from the previous day snowfall and we took a winding road up to the Two Jack Lake area. While stopped there for... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Off the beaten track on the way back to Calgary

Off the beaten track on the way back to Calgary, Canmore

 scottishvisitor Says:  All the way back on the lesser road you will see interesting farmland with peace & tranquility instead of the constant rush of traffic. Only 2 point of interest according to the Canadians a soldiers memorial & this quaint little church. The path to the church is really... 

Keep your camera handy to capture the deer

Keep your camera handy to capture the deer, Canmore

 scottishvisitor Says:  Driving empty roads in Kananaskis is a perfect opportunity to spot deer & other wildlife.The roads are scenic and provide a pleasant drive through cattle ranches - horse ranches & great mountain scenery. 

Favorites  

Mountain Views Everywhere

Mountain Views Everywhere, Canmore

 Mikebb Says:  What we enjoyed most about Canmore was the view of the Rocky Mountains, they were so close. It was easy to drive up to the mountains as they are only minutes away. On the hills there are many beautiful homes and around Canmore there is considerable development of apartments,... 

General Info

General Info, Canmore

 Redang Says:  Tourism CanmorePO Box 8608Canmore, AlbertaT1W 2V3Internet:- www.tourismcanmore.comE mail: Info@TourismCanmore.comor606 7th StreetCanmore, Alberta, CanadaT1W 2V8Internet:- www.canmorealberta.com- E mail: info@canmorealberta.com 

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