The Best Local Shops and Cafés in Canmore

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Canmore is unique because most Shops are locally owned. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, Canmore is the place for you. The Canmore shops offer everything from mountain boutiques to vintage, art, jewelry, furniture, distilleries, and more! We will go over the best Canmore shops to visit during your stay.

Photography & Art Gallery’s

The Avens Gallery

Established in 1986, The Avens Gallery has long been a premier destination in Canmore for locals and international clientele. The gallery is located right on Main Street and is open every day.

They feature various Western Canadian artists working in oils, acrylic, mixed media, encaustic, mosaics, wood cellulose, copper & steel, bronze, and soapstone.

They have been voted Best Gallery in Canmore for the third year in a row by Canmore and Banff locals on “Best of the Bow”.

Carter-Ryan Gallery

The Carter-Ryan Gallery, in Canmore is home to the work of Indigenous Visual Artist, Jason Carter and Creative Director Bridget Ryan. Here, you will surround yourself with Jason’s bold brilliant paintings and beautiful soapstone sculptures and get to know this prominent Alberta artist from Little Red River Cree Nation, now calling the Bow Valley home. In 2017, Carter-Ryan opened its second location just down the road in Banff, Alberta. Jason’s paintings and sculptures have been brought into collections locally, seen at The Paintbox Lodge, globally, and for those visiting internationally, his paintings are on permanent display at both international airports in Edmonton and Calgary.

Jeff Walker Gallery

Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, the Jeff Walker Gallery is a fine-art photography gallery by local artist Jeff Walker. Jeff’s limited edition, fine art pieces have shipped all across the globe and the gallery experience offers a refreshing look at the natural world from a minimalist and colorful point of view.

Brandon T. Brown Wilderness Gallery

Brandon T. Brown is a professional wildlife photographer residing in Canmore, Alberta. Photographing mostly in the Canadian Rockies, Brandon specializes in capturing images of wild, free-roaming animals without the use of any baiting. A ‘wildlife first’ approach allows Brandon to photograph animals with as little implant as possible, resulting in more natural behavior and positive encounters.

Brandon’s award-winning images have been featured by several publications, including Canada Geographic.   

Canmore Shops

Stonewaters

Stonewaters is an always evolving lifestyle space with a carefully curated collection of pieces to help you live immersivity. Stonewaters is your go-to spot for home transformations and discovering one-of-a-kind gifts. The shop is a must visit during your trip to Canmore!

The Tin Box

The Tin Box is a lifestyle store located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Canmore. Their appreciation for trendy design elements makes them a local favorite and a popular destination for visitors. With a truly unique mix of home furnishings, personal accessories, and an unlimited range of gift ideas they are not just a shop, but an experience.

Big Bear Trading Company

Big Bear Trading Company is Canmore’s top shopping experience. Inside their Canmore shop you’ll find a fun, warm, and friendly space filled with an extensive range of Banff Park inspired products. With everything from fashion, gifts, souvenirs, books, and toys, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.

Hello Vintage

Hello Vintage is a hidden gem just off of Main Street in Canmore. At Hello Vintage you can find all kinds of vintage apparel from old Levi’s to vintage tee’s.

Canmore Eats

Communitea Cafe

Communitea Cafe is a Paintbox Lodge favourite, and a wonderful place to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. They offer healthy bites, smoothies, lattes and teas! They also plant one tree for every order and host live music. Check out their events page for details on upcoming performances.

Rocky Mountain Bagel Co.

Rocky Mountain Bagel Co. bakes fresh bagels daily! Drop in to enjoy great coffee, delicious bagels, sandwiches or tempting treats and soup. It’s all homemade and served at both of their 2 Canmore locations. They’ve been called Canmore’s Living Room and we agree!

The Uprising Craft Bakery

Uprising Craft Bakery believes in following the tried-and-tested practice of skilled bakers of generations gone by. They are for the artisans and the culinary craft makers- and they hope you enjoy eating their loaves and baked goods, just as much as they enjoyed baking them. Grab a coffee and a delicious baked good well you walk the Main Street in Canmore. 

Beamer’s Coffee Bar

Offering private labels of gourmet and custom roasted beans, Beamer’s has expanded into the ‘estate’ market of coffee – dealing with coffee farmers directly to bring you the best possible product.

Beamer’s Coffee Bar has been voted the Locals Favorite many times over. Thanks to popularity with locals and tourists alike, Beamer’s cups actually travel the world, and have been documented on all 7 continents and innumerable countries.

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