Considered by many to be the crown jewel of Banff National Park, Lake Louise is nearly impossible to describe without resorting to shameless cliches. Standing next to the serene, implausibly turquoise lake, Banff's wild grandeur feels (and is) tantalizingly close, with a surrounding amphitheater of finely chiseled mountains that hoist Victoria Glacier audaciously toward the heavens.
Travel with confidence. Protect your trip and your wallet.
We don’t represent World Nomads, we receive a fee from quotes using this link. This is not a recommendation to buy travel insurance.
Planned by local experts and tailored to you, Lonely Planet Journeys handles the logistics so you can just enjoy the trip. Tell us what you want and we'll build your Canada itinerary from scratch, or browse our bookable trips to get inspired.
Discover the best attractions in Lake Louise from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.






Get a book. Get inspired. Get exploring.



in partnership with getyourguide
Lonely Planet may earn a commission from affiliate links on our site. All recommendations and reviews reflect our own independent opinions.