Banff International Research Station, Banff

Name: Banff International Research Station
Address: Banff, Canada

#20 among attractions in Banff

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The Banff International Research Station for Mathematical Innovation and Discovery was established in 2003. It provides an independent research institute for the mathematical sciences in North America, a counterpart to the Mathematical Research Institute of Oberwolfach in Europe. The research station, commonly known by its acronym, "BIRS", hosts over 2000 international scientists each year to undertake research collaboration in the mathematical sciences. ()

Established: 2003 (21 years ago)Coordinates: 51°10'21"N, 115°33'50"W

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Banff International Research Station – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, Banff Park Museum, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies.

~1950 ftS
Natural attraction, Park, Waterfall
Bow Falls, Banff
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Bow Falls is a charming natural attraction located in the picturesque town of Banff, Alberta, Canada. This easily accessible waterfall is less imposing in height than some of its counterparts, but it more than makes up for...
0.6 miNE
Hiking trail, Park, Outdoor activities
Tunnel Mountain, Banff
15 min walk • Tunnel Mountain, nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies within the charming town of Banff, Alberta, offers a unique and accessible hiking experience for visitors looking to immerse themselves in Canada's natural beauty.
~1900 ftW
Specialty museum, Museum, Natural history museum
Banff Park Museum, Banff
10 min walk • The Banff Park Museum National Historic Site, located in downtown Banff, Alberta, is an exhibition space associated with Banff National Park.
0.5 miNW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff
13 min walk • The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is located in Banff, Alberta, Canada. The museum collects, preserves, and exhibits materials related to the cultural heritage of the Rocky Mountains of Canada, making them available for education as well as research.
1.2 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Historical place
Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Banff
31 min walk • The Cave and Basin National Historic Site of Canada is located in the town of Banff, Alberta, within the Canadian Rocky Mountains, at the site of natural thermal mineral springs around which Canada's first national park, Banff National Park, was established.
~1650 ftW
Bridge
Bow River Bridge, Banff
8 min walk • The Bow River Bridge is a road bridge that spans the Bow River in Banff, Alberta. It was built in 1921 and is currently in use. The bridge is adorned with small stones from the river and locally sourced Rundle rock. The bridge also has 3 Indian head reliefs with headresses on either side.
~690 ftE
Convention center, Theater, Concerts and shows
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff
4 min walk • Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, formerly known as The Banff Centre, located in Banff, Alberta, was established in 1933 as the Banff School of Drama.
0.4 miW
51°10'14"N • 115°34'23"W
Cascades of Time Gardens, Banff
11 min walk • Garden, Park
0.5 miNW
51°10'39"N • 115°34'19"W
Willock & Sax Gallery - Banff, Banff
13 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
0.4 miW
51°10'26"N • 115°34'23"W
Central Park, Banff
11 min walk • Park
0.4 miW
51°10'20"N • 115°34'23"W
Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum, Banff
10 min walk • Museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Banff International Research Station?

Nearby attractions include Walter Phillips Gallery, Banff (3 min walk), Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff (4 min walk), Canada Place Banff, Banff (8 min walk), Bow River Bridge, Banff (8 min walk).