We’ll admit it – occasionally it does rain in Banff National Park. And when the weather gets bad, the good go shopping. After all, who really wants to do laundry while they’re on vacation?
Maybe it’s just for a taste of Canadian smoked salmon, maple-flavoured candy, or freshly roasted gourmet coffee. Or it’s the latest cycling, hiking or fishing equipment, accessories and high-tech outdoor clothing at shops that have been owned by local families for decades.
Art galleries, museums and book stores are great places to find a historically interesting keepsake. Fashion followers will love the designer labels – some of the most well-known brands in the world – along with exclusive high-quality Canadian goods on the shelves in Banff and Lake Louise. And if you really want to take home a souvenir of your visit but you’re on a budget, try the “dollar store.” Rain or shine, there’s enough shopping for everyone.