Canmore travel guide
Canmore Tourism | Canmore Guide
You're Going to Love Canmore
With a population of 12,288, Canmore is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Canmore deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Canmore
If you’re looking for affordable options, Iron Goat Pub & Grill (703 Benchlands Tr.) and crazyweed kitchen (1600 railway ave) are great picks.
When to visit Canmore
How to Get to Canmore
Plane
Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 93 km from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 18h 13m.
Car
Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 90 km from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Calgary.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Red Arrow, Bus and Rider Express. From Red Deer, the bus ride to Canmore takes 145 km and will cost you around $124. From Edmonton, the ticket costs about $188 for a journey of 274 km.
Airlines serving Canmore
Where to stay in Canmore
Average rates range from around $380 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $540 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sunset Mountain Inn and Spa and Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide.
Where to stay in popular areas of Canmore
Most booked hotels in Canmore
Hiring a car in Canmore
Expect to pay $2.05 per litre in Canmore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.54 and $32.71. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.