An Alberta spot was named Canada's top 'ever-so-charming town' and it looks like a postcard
This quaint town is the perfect getaway spot. 🏔️
Lake Louise in Banff National Park. Right: Town of Banff in Alberta.
Alberta is known for its mountain adventures are picture-perfect scenery, but the charm of the small towns nestled within the natural beauty can't go understated. Streets lined with local shops, bakeries serving up fresh goods, and cozy cafes– all with the backdrop of the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains.
That's what helped this small Alberta town land the top spot on Country Living's list of the "Ever-So-Charming Canadian Towns You'll Wish You Had Known About Sooner."
42 quaint towns and little villages are represented on the list, but Banff rose above the rest as the most charming of them all. The town does have a certain fairytale-like vibe to it; that's part of the reason why it's so famous.
[instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CSftDH1lK1K/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=9278d2bd-3b79-4883-89b1-32ba4472c695\ expand=1 site_id=21132993 embed_desktop_width=540 embed_desktop_height=946 embed_mobile_width=375 embed_mobile_height=740]Afternoons here can be spent riding a horse-drawn sleigh through the snowy setting or gliding along Lake Louise with mountain peaks wrapped around you. So yeah, it's charming, all right.
Although it's a tourist hot-spot, it's worth braving the crowds (and prices) to visit Banff. There's a reason it ends up at the top of countless rankings and lists like this—it's just that magical.
It's just two hours from Calgary, making it fairly easy to reach, but you'll feel like you're far away from the noise of a city. It's world-renowned for its winter sports, as Banff National Park is home to three different ski resorts. Dog sledding, winter hiking, and skating are here to get you outside, even in the colder months.
You'll likely want to do it all, if not just to take in the unbelievable views of the area. The mountains are just as breathtaking as you'd imagine, and then there are waterfalls, serene lakes, and thick forests all around to explore.
Banff's popularity also bodes well for visitors because there are endless activities, tours, and five-star restaurants to enjoy. There are also a ton of options for stays, from camping sites in the summer to the luxurious Fairmont Banff Springs for a more pampered getaway.
There's also the Banff Upper Hotsprings, perfect for winding down after many outdoor activities.
From the quaint streets of the town to the luxe accommodation options, Banff is a place that keeps you coming back.