Downtown Calgary Travel Guide

Calgary

A pedestrian bridge with a cityscape in the background.

A modern glass building with a unique geometric design and a large white sculpture in front.

A modern interior with wooden architecture, a staircase, and bookshelves.

A busy indoor public space with a central chandelier and multiple staircases.

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Stay near popular Downtown Calgary attractions

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Calgary Tower

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With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.

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Things to do

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

£56

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

£75

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Classic Banff Lake Louise Johnston Canyon and Emerald Lake Tour

£31

per adult

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

£59

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Banff Gondola Hot spring and Lake Louise day tour

£51

per adult

Moraine Lake & Louise & Banff Day Tour From Calgary-Canmore-Banff

£68

per adult

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Where to stay in Downtown Calgary

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A storefront with a large mural, a sign for 'Old Designer Rugs', and a Lexus SUV parked on the street.

Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Chinook Centre.

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Northwest Calgary

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

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Southeast Calgary

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

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Beltline

Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

A forested area with a lake and mountains in the background.

Banff Trail

You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.

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