What to do in Southern Alberta

Activities, attractions and tours

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Banff Gondola showing a small town or village, heritage architecture and château or palace
Drumheller showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Southern Alberta Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Southern Alberta has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Southern Alberta, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Southern Alberta with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Southern Alberta

Southern Alberta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Southern Alberta, and make it a breeze to explore Southern Alberta and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southern Alberta to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Southern Alberta, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Southern Alberta.

Southern Alberta attractions

Southern Alberta has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Southern Alberta to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southern Alberta.

Looking for things to do in Southern Alberta can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Southern Alberta or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southern Alberta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Southern Alberta


Popular places to visit

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Downtown Calgary

4/5(57 area reviews)

Scotiabank Saddledome and TD Square are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Calgary
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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 Stampede Park.

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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.

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Southeast Calgary

4/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Southeast Calgary
Banff showing night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown 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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Day trip destinations from Southern Alberta