The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity sits on Tunnel Mountain and is one of Canada's most important arts institutions. Founded in 1933, it hosts residencies for artists, writers, and musicians from around the world, set against a backdrop of Rocky Mountain peaks.
The centre is best known for its annual Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival, which draws outdoor enthusiasts every autumn. Year-round, it stages concerts, theatre, and exhibitions that are open to the public. The campus itself is worth a wander for the mountain views alone.