The majestic setting of Sunshine is ready to explore
Enjoy the entertainment and other features of Sunshine. This city's hiking, mountain views and skiing attract many visitors, as does its welcoming and relaxing location. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Sunshine
Do you want to find attractions to see in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Sunshine a fun place to get away to. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sunshine Village (1.5 mi / 2.5 km)
- Mount Norquay Ski Resort (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Banff Springs Golf Club (10.6 mi / 17 km)
- Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park (16.6 mi / 26.7 km)
- Sunshine Meadows (0.2 mi / 0.4 km)
- Johnston Canyon (9.6 mi / 15.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Sunshine
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Sunshine is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Banff National Park (25.4 mi / 40.9 km)
- Vermilion Lakes (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
- Cave and Basin National Historic Site (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
- Upper Hot Springs (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
- Sulphur Mountain (9.2 mi / 14.9 km)
- Bow Falls (9.5 mi / 15.2 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Sunshine
Sunshine is a destination with activities spanning many seasons. If you're planning a holiday around the weather, July, August, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 11°C. If you're interested in winter sports, you might consider visiting in February, March, December or November, when snowfall averages 19 cm and temperatures average -11°C.