Lake Louise's shopping precinct is the Samson Mall, located in the lower part of the village. It offers many shops for holidaymakers to browse, with competitive prices and no provincial sales tax on purchases.Here, and in nearby Banff, shoppers will find an eclectic selection of goods, including brand name clothing, winter sports clothing and equipment, art and handcrafts, souvenirs, jewellery, and photographic goods.Look out for unique Lake Louise paintings by local artists, beadwork by native peoples, and jewellery set with Alberta's ammolite gemstone. Another unusual souvenir many visitors take with them is a bottle of water from the lake itself, which is crystal-clear and clean enough to drink.
