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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Canmore has to offer.
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 58 miles from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 33m.
Car
Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 56 miles from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Calgary.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Rider Express, Red Arrow and Cold Shot. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Canmore takes 165 miles and will cost you around £55. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about £159 for a journey of 550 miles.
Airlines serving Canmore
Where to stay in Canmore
Average rates range from around £186 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £277 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sunset Mountain Inn and Spa and Rundle Mountain Lodge.
Where to stay in popular areas of Canmore
Most booked hotels in Canmore
Hiring a car in Canmore
Hiring a car in Canmore costs £30 per day, on average, or £89 if you want to hire it for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 71% cheaper than airport locations in Canmore.
Expect to pay £1.09 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 £13.01 and £17.34.