Outdoor & fun
Lake Louise, Alberta
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Lake Louise is a world-renowned glacial lake in Banff National Park, famous for its brilliant turquoise color, which comes from rock flour suspended in the meltwater. Visitors can walk along the lakeshore, rent a canoe to paddle on the calm waters, or hike to viewpoints like the Lake Agnes Tea House. In winter, the frozen lake becomes a skating rink. The dramatic backdrop of Mount Victoria and the Victoria Glacier makes it one of the most photographed places in Canada.
Don't miss
- Canoeing on the turquoise lake in summer
- Hiking to the Lake Agnes Tea House for panoramic views
- Ice skating on the frozen lake in winter
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Lake Louise, Alberta
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBanff: Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Shuttle | Limited Time Offer!4.4★ · 185 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$21 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff4.9★ · 3,617 travelers8–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$72 per personSee dates →
Top ratedBanff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee4.9★ · 122 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$151 per personSee dates →More attractions in Lake Louise