University District Travel Guide

Calgary

University District

Popular places to visit

McMahon Stadium

McMahon Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

McMahon Stadium

University of Calgary

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Calgary, a top university in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.

University of Calgary

Alberta Children's Hospital

If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.

Alberta Children's Hospital

Olympic Oval

Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Olympic Oval

Foothills Athletic Park

Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Foothills Athletic Park

Trans Canada Pipeline Arch

Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Trans Canada Pipeline Arch

Things to do

Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake Tour

Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon

£134
per adult
Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
Lake Louise

Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

£101
per adult
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour
Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park

Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group

£258
per adult
Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group
Emerald Lake

Lake Full Day Tour-Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon

£258
per adult
Lake Full Day Tour-Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
Lake Louise and Peyto Lake Full Day Tour

Full Day Tour-Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Peyto Lake,...

£258
per adult
Full Day Tour-Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Peyto Lake,...
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

£286
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield
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Top hotels in University District

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
2.5 out of 5
2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is £117 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£117
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,138 reviews)
"Well maintained property, great breakfast options, beds were comfortable as well."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £80 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£80
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are located ...
4.8/10 (439 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
2.5 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail N.W., Calgary, AB
The price is £83 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£83
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,238 reviews)
"Close to train staion, great breakfast and kind staff"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Comfort Inn & Suites University
2.5 out of 5
2369 Banff Trail, N.W., Calgary, AB
The price is £74 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£74
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice budget property, dated but clean and super close to train :)"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Aloft Calgary University
Aloft Calgary University
3 out of 5
2359 Banff Trail Nw, Calgary, AB
The price is £90 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£90
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Calgary. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"conveniently located by a c-train station. Staff very friendly. Lots of space to hang in the common area."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Aloft Calgary University
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
4 out of 5
11 Freeport Cres NE, Calgary, AB
The price is £91 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£91
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,863 reviews)
Very close to the airport. Nice coffee
"Room is a very good size Loved the espresso coffee machine in the room. Just adjoining room people stayed up whole night and partying and making loud sound. There was only a door between rooms, instead of a wall."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

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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.

Banff Trail
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Kensington

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.

Kensington
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Bowness

Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Bowness
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Downtown West End

While you're in Downtown West End, take in top sights like TELUS Spark and jump on the metro at Downtown West-Kerby Station to see more of the city.

Downtown West End
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(4 area reviews)

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

Northwest Calgary
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Crescent Heights

While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.

Crescent Heights

University District Travel Guide

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