The Fairmont Banff Springs Family Resort: Activities, Adventures & Vacation Packages
If you’re looking for the perfect family vacation, let The Fairmont Banff Springs resort take this task off your hands. We’re one of Fairmont’s family friendly resorts that offers family activities, dining and adventure for all ages. When you stay with us, your children have their own private check-in where they will receive a prince/ princess crown, castle scavenger hunt, colouring book with crayons, AND a coupon to receive milk and cookies for the Castle Pantry!
Banff National Park is an awe-inspiring setting that makes for memorable family vacations. This summer vacation; get your family outside to enjoy all that Banff National Park has to offer, whitewater rafting, wildlife tours, hiking and so much more. The Fairmont Banff Springs makes family travel easy with deluxe family accommodations, kid-friendly amenities, family friendly dining and activities to keep even the toughest of critics happy and having fun.
Featured Family Travel Deals
The Family Castle Adventure Package
The ultimate family vacation starts at our castle doors! From the moment you arrive at our grand entrance, your children are sure to be enchanted by our castle. Starting at $379* per night, this family vacation package includes Deluxe family accommodations, milk and cookies upon arrival, one night in room move and pizza, bowling for the family, passes to experience the Banff Gondola and gratuities. Experience the best in family vacations with The Fairmont Banff Springs.
*This vacation package has a minimum two-night stay in a Deluxe room. Rates vary by season. |
For information on Banff family vacation packages, click here.
Kid's Eat Free
The Fairmont Banff Springs family resort makes it easy for your family to come together around healthy & hearty regional cuisine...kids 5 and under eat for free! Kids 12 and under have a specialized children’s menu to choose from, or they can enjoy items from the regular menu at 50% off.
Banff Springs Kid's Club - Summer Program
Family vacations needs something for everyone and the Banff Springs Kid's Camp is the answer. Banff National Park is full of entertaining family activities but our new kid’s program is a day of exploration, excitement and, yes, education – just for the kids! Environmental stewardship is an important part of life in Banff National Park, so it's a key part of the fun.
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The Fairmont Banff Springs Pool
Our outdoor heated pool is a favorite family activity as it’s open year round and boasts views of mountain vistas. Our facilities also include an indoor pool, whirlpool and children’s wading pool offering fun for all ages. Please note that a responsible adult must accompany children under 12. Our pools are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Bowling Centre at The Fairmont Banff Springs
Whether you're a seasoned bowler or you are looking for a different way to have some family fun, we offer everything you need to have a great time. An afternoon of bowling together provides a perfect way to bond as a family and have some laughs.
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Summer Family Activities
When the snow melts, Banff National Park comes alive with bright colors. These recommended family friendly activities will have your family out and about enjoying all that Banff has to offer. Discover Banff National Park together and create family memories to last a lifetime.
Summer Family Activities
Junior Golf Programs
t's time for junior golfers ages 4-9 to get excited about golf! The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course makes it easy for junior golfers to learn the etiquette and fundamentals of the game of golf. Junior golfers can golf for free on our Tunnel Mountain Course, when golfing with a parent or adult.
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Child Care
If the adults want a night out or perhaps a Willow Stream Spa day, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers a babysitting service where the caregivers can look after the children in the room or take them to various hotel activities like swimming, movie theatre, or bowling. Advanced reservations are required and can be made through concierge.
RU Ready? Program
Looking for activities while you’re staying with us? Looking to meet people your own age? Looking to stay fit?
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Local Family Travel Ideas
For more directions or further details about our local family travel ideas, please contact our Concierge Desk who will be more then happy to help assist you in planning a fun family outing in the town of Banff Springs.
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Open year round, so you can take in the beautiful alpine scenery while you relax and soak in the hot springs. This activity is family friendly, and the Banff Upper Hot Springs offers a children’s area.
Banff Recreation Centre
With public hours, your family can enjoy the Banff Recreation Centre that is the only indoor skating and hockey facility in Banff. The perfect family activities that will tire the kids out and help them sleep!
Banff Recreation Grounds
From May to October, the Banff recreation grounds are a great place for families to visit. There are three ball diamonds, soccer field, 3 shelters & multiple areas for picnics, basketball courts, two playgrounds, tennis courts and washrooms are available. Get your family outside and breathing in the fresh mountain air.
Banff Parks and Playgrounds
The newest family friendly play structure in Banff is located at Central Park and offers a great climbing experience for children between the ages of 5 – 12. There are multiple parks and playgrounds in Banff that are designed for children from 2 to 12 years.
Biking and Hiking Trails
With multiple trail options, we invite you to explore Banff National Park by foot or bike with these trail descriptions and locations.
Cascade Ponds
In summer months, Cascade Ponds is a local family favourite. There are plenty of grassy areas and the shallow water makes it an ideal spot for families with young children. Cascade Ponds is complete with washrooms, covered shelters with wood stove, picnic tables with fire pits, trails and a beach area.
Sledding and Tobogganing
The Fairmont Banff Springs has a toboggan run in a prime location, right behind the hotel and next to Bow Falls. There’s often a bonfire and at the bottom of the toboggan run, there’s an outdoor skating rink. Don’t worry about packing your sleds, you can rent toboggans right from the hotel to enjoy an afternoon of carefree fun. If you are traveling with toddlers, Cascade Ponds is recommended for sledding for it’s smaller hills and easier terrain.
Banff Park Museum National Historical Site of Canada
This museum commemorates the approach of naturalists of an earlier error and features over 1300 samples of mammals, birds, wood plants and minerals. An afternoon at the museum is both an educational and fun family activity for adults and children alike.
Banff Public Library
With special children's programming suited for newborn children through to teens, the Banff Public Library children’s programs are free (although some require pre-registration) we invite you to drop in on one of the many classes offered.