It's a small store, but it has a lot of different things. I was able to find a jade bracelet for my…read moremom. If I had more money to spend, I would have bought a small carving. The owner was friendly and was managing running two stores.

Very cool place! Lots of neat stones and bones!! Fossils, gemstones and geodes that you can split…read moreyourself in the store!!

I bought the cutest sweatshirt and water bottle stickers for my boys. Prices are what you would…read moreexpect from a typical souvenir shop. They have a great selection of tee-shirts, sweats, maple syrups stuff, stickers, Keychain, socks, everything! Tip: ALWAYS select local currency (Canadian) when paying by creditcard. Your credit card company will give you a better exchange rate.

I love this place! I was looking for a shirt to take home as a souvenir for my time in Banff. We…read morehappened to come across this gift shop that had the best shirt designs at the best prices in Banff and Canmore! I was also impressed by the wide selection of other souvenirs that you would typically expect, all at affordable prices. I highly recommend anyone to check out this place if you're looking to take something home for yourself, or to buy gifts to give to your family and friends.

We stopped here when visiting Yoho National Park…read more It's a small visitors center. My dad picked up a post card at three gift shop. I was looking for a Christmas ornament but didn't find any good ones. The rangers seemed knowledgeable and helpful. The bathrooms were clean and nice. If you're looking for information about the park, stop here.

This visitor center is actually worth a stop while driving by Yoho National Park. They have a lot…read moreof small exhibits for visitors to learn about what's in the area and they have some neat taxidermy display of animals. Most importantly, the people working there are super helpful at helping you plan an efficient visit. They let you know what route to take to hit the most sights in one day. I also think the visitor center has some great amenities for guests. They have free wifi, so international guests like me can do a quick check on emails, maps, and research on the phone. There are even electric vehicle charging stations and public outlets for charging electronics. Also the bathrooms here are really big and clean, making it a great pit stop when driving around the park.

On the road to Lake Louise is this shopping mall. Samson Mall has a restaurant, grocery store and…read morelittle shops and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges. It also has a visitor center that will provide information if you don't know your way around the area. It is a nice place to stop for supplies, food or gifts. Unfortunately, the power went out while we were here and all of the stores had to temporarily close up. But it is a nice place to stop while in the park if you need anything.

I'm just thankful there was something. Could there be more stores? Sure. But is the community large…read moreenough to support it when it isn't tourist season? Dunno. There was a sports store to get winter or hiking gear that you forgot. I can't remember though if there were swim suits. There was a cute gift store with some stuff for the kiddies, books, etc. There was a more kitschy souvenir shop with all your souvenir doodads. There was also a rock store with some fossils and jewelry. The mall is run by the local tribe, so at least you know you aren't supporting some faceless conglomerate. And a lot of the items sold at the stores were by locals, which I think is more unique. There was also a post office, a liquor store, a grocery store, a boba cafe (of all things), and a normal cafe. Behind the cafe are some picnic tables you can sit at. There were also a lot of tour buses coming in. If you aren't on one of these buses, be prepared for the crowds. If you're on one of these buses, I hope this isn't your final stop - I hope you have a stop at Lake Louise. I didn't really understand the effort of the tour bus groups to take photos of the river by the parking lot. Or of the parking lot. There will be better photo opportunities, I promise.

This is a great stop for all your souvenir shopping. Decent prices and great variety of products to…read morechoose from. The quality of shirts is slightly better than what you would find at a souvenir store. Store is big and staff is friendly. Would highly recommend. Can get a bit busy during the day, so try to come early to avoid the crowds and the chaos.

The wait staff was short with me. The selection was decent but I couldn't trade anything there. All…read moretheir products were really expensive. I expected it to be pricy but come not like that pricy.

I love love love little shops like this in small or big towns. This place was pretty busy when we…read morewalked in. The lady at the counter was helping a couple who was buying many souvenirs. I heard how she dealt with them and she was so friendly and knowledgeable and just listened to what they were looking for. The customers were really happy and enjoying the shopping experience. This shop is cute and full of items for everyone. I love gem stones and books and they had plenty. Definitely a stop you need to take. So many beautiful items in a charming town.

It a cute little gift shop. It has a vast arrangement of rocks, artwork, jewellery, cups , clothing…read more, incense, cards , magnets, ornaments and so much more! The owner is very friendly and helpful. Though if you are sensitive to strong smell it not the place to go. The smell of incense is Very strong. There is a nice quiet not over powering music being played while you shop .

If you're looking for ammolite (which is moving to become recognized as the official gemstone of…read moreAlberta), Rock Paper Silver has the best selection in terms of small "stone" samples, jewelry, and "rock" pieces. In general, they have nearly everything relating to stones, crystals, and fossils in a variety that stretches from the regular souvenir stuff (wire-wrapped crystal necklaces and bead bracelets) to jewelry-grade stones and actually jewelry to decorative house pieces, statues, and wall pieces. The storefront is smaller than the actual store, which stretches REALLY far back. Very well organized with clearly marked sections for the different kinds of stones. Employees are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and were pretty open about admitting to their stuff being a bit upmarked. They even recommended other locations for some possibly cheaper, specific types of fossils. Not only were they very informative when we asked about specific crystals and rocks, and this included where they'd gotten everything. Canada is famous for being a rockhound's dream, with its amazing and numerous mineral and precious metal deposits. However, Rock Paper Silver also provides specific other kinds of crystals from other parts of the world. There are a number of souvenir and rock/crystal/fossils places along Banff Avenue. However, Rock Paper silver is right at the center of the main cluster of restaurants and gift shops. The closest parking (besides the minimal street parking when the road isn't blocked off) is the Bear Street Parking Lot, an open parking lot that (like the street parking) has an hourly rate of $3 per hour from 8 AM to 8 PM. If you manage to park there, you can cut through Park Avenue Mall's backdoor (southeast corner of the lot) straight to Banff Avenue. The other main parking area is the Bear Street Parkade. First floor has the same hourly rate as mentioned before with the second floor up completely free. We mostly used the parkade and the only drawback is that so do most people. Be sure to check the counter they have at the entrance for if there are still spaces available on the upper floors. Would absolutely recommend dropping by here to browse. Especially if you're interested in rocks, crystals, and fossils. While there are a lot of pricier items, there are a variety of other more affordable products that make for a great unique souvenir!

I always spend way too much in here. They have such a…read morehuge, beautiful inventory. Almost too much for one person to take in. I always have something in mind before I arrive. The polite staff are quick to serve. I am a gemologist, so I know a thing or two about rocks, gems and jewelry. I am very impressed with their abundance of product knowledge. Really amazing. It's pretty expensive, but the quality is fabulous. Call me a sucker.

One of the many highlights of driving the Icefields Parkway is the point where the road crosses the…read moremighty Saskatchewan river. My trips have been in the winter and seeing The Crossing for gasoline and a little something to eat is a welcome sight. The Crossing Resort also offers Motel rooms along with a Dining Room, Cafeteria, and a huge Gift Shop. At the peak season, it takes about 80 staff members to operate the resort. Walking into their gift shop turned out to be a welcome afterthought. The sales floor is huge and there's lots of stuff to consider, even if I didn't really need any of it. And since I may never pass this way again, of course I bought something! And I'm sure it had a Maple Leaf on it.

The Crossing Gift Shop was an unexpected surprise when I first walked in there. There is 2800 sq…read moreft of retail space that has anything and everything. It is definately a fun browse before you hit the highway; Right in the middle of the shopping area, there is a large jewellery counter that has everything from assembly line inexpensive jewellery for kids, to beautiful semi-precious stone jewellery for adults. In the back, there is a grocery aisle if you are looking for snacks. There is also a large selection of books, dvds and CDs if you are looking to entertain passengers with a new movie or some new music. There are tonnes of souvenirs. Almost anything you can think of. Tshirts, sweatshirts, carvings and artwork, maple syrup and Canadian souvenirs. It is almost impossible to get out of this store without purchasing "something". And the prices aren't too bad! If you are looking to stock up on anything for your road trip, or to find some unique souvenirs, the crossing is definately worth checking out!

Exciting to be in the shop once again. I really took the time to walk around & enjoy all it has to…read moreoffer. Lots of neat gift & art ideas. Items range from ideas for baby gifts to adult gifts. I also love that they feature so many Alberta products & artists. Found a few items this trip - part of a wedding gift, something for a birthday present & some beautiful local images on postcards (those are for me to enjoy some new wall art). Honestly, if you're looking for a gift, AB souvenir or just a lovely or special gift for yourself, this is the store to pop in. Extra bonus the staff & owner are well versed in the information of the products, sizing (I learned a lot about the blankets!) &/or background of the art. The owner especially knows where the artists are from and neat background stories. Personally, I encourage that kind of chatting energy, as I love to know the stories of how things have come to this point. Accessibility for in the store is easy for the first part of the store. The second part has 4 steps down. Staff are really great & super friendly. So just ask if you need something (or another colour options) in case you want something but physically can't make it that far. Also, no fault to any of the 8 st stores & restaurants, but the town decided that street is a safe walking/biking area (apparently some spring to fall). At first I thought maybe there was a festival they were setting up for. Nope. Just every day in Canmore. I can understand for many of the shop owners how that has impacted the flow of foot traffic. Especially as the accessible parking isn't plentiful or nearby. Not even several avenues/streets over. Sadly parking lots closer by didn't provide much more for handicap, I wouldn't have an issue on manning streets safer for enjoyment & shopping, but if I'm paying for parking as a handicap user & have to still walk a fair distance, you can bet my time is more limited in being in Canmore. For my situation, I strategized how far to walk, how much energy & time I have (including to return to vehicle as I move slower) & I still felt like I really limited myself for any extra shopping & skipped the lines for eating focusing on the few must stop places I had in mind. You would think the town would add extra benches & picnic tables that aren't restaurant run plus ramps (besides the natural sidewalk corner locations) to the street if this was truly to be an accessible & friendly walking area. This sadly was not is the case. So long story short, if you're struggling with energy, start at the top of the street by Alberta's Own & maybe if you've got someone that can park further down the opposite side streets/avenues, you can walk one direction to your vehicle without worrying too much about your energy. Lastly, a cuteness heads up... there are two wonderful little dogs as store mascots that will seek all attention & love! They're not fully out all the time but will make their presence known once they are.

This is by far the best gift shop we've stopped by in Canmore / Banff. From the moment we walked in…read morethe service was over the top, kind, and not pushy. This is not a place for your regular run of the mill t-shirts or trinkets. This is a place with truly creative pieces, art, and unique ways to remember a trip to this area if you're visiting. It's super well kept, nothing was cheap but also not overpriced and the owner Laura was someone who is just so in tune with people. My wife and I are so glad we stopped and left with a bunch of things. Added bonus- her two tiny Australian Shepherds that follow her around

The guide on our bus recommended that we make a stop here at Rocky Mountain Soap Company during our…read moretime in Banff. I'm not usually a soap person, but decided to stop in because I was nearby. I really enjoyed my brief time in this shop. Everything smelled so good inside of the store. The customer service was great too. The lady that helped me took her time explaining all of their products to me. I ended up taking home a Lavender Basil bar of soap. The products here at Rocky Mountain Soap Co. are handmade with high-quality natural ingredients. They have all sorts of skin care products. They also sell hair care products and candles. You can also visit their store in Canmore.

We loved the lotion, body wash, shampoo & conditioner in our hotels that we had to stop at the…read morestore. We tried a lot of their products lol. We really loved their body butter. It looks like deodorant and it smells divine. I ended up getting the two small travel friendly ones. A lemongrass and the rosemary mint. I definitely need to take advantage next time I come to Canada because it is a bit cheaper to buy in store vs the website in the states. I took these photos to remind me of what else to buy next time I'm near one. I loved the scrubs and this face polish exfoliant too. The ladies were so helpful.