Banff Trail Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Banff Trail
Popular places to visit
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Ski the slopes, take a bobsled ride, catch an ice hockey game and tackle mountain biking trails at this park that was opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Calgary Tower
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.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Minnewanka,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Banff Trail
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
amazing location
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Courteous staff, spotless room, but some small things that could have improved the ratings. I chose Hampton Inn by Hilton for its product and reputation of excellence. However was a bit disappointed to find only four less than adequate pillows (no support)on a kingsize bed, giving only 2 per person ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
It is great
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites University
The staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Aloft Calgary University
Great stay
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Front desk staff was amazing
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banff Trail
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Kensington
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.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Fourth Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
