Cranston Travel Guide
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
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.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Banff: Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon and Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Cranston
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Everything’s excellent in this hotel
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Stayed at Hotel 11 Calgary Airport and it was an easy 5-star experience. The rooms were super clean, modern, and comfortable—exactly what you want after a long day of travel. The staff were friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out, and everything ran smoothly. Great location near the airport, ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Clean. Excellent beds and bedding. Someone was picking up litter in the parking lot early in morning. Maid service friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Clean room. Good staff. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
My kids love the pool and staff es very friendly
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary South
Good breakfast, good parking, amenities could be nicer just by staying on top of the little things that make a big difference to guests. Tennis table paddles and ball was broken and couldnt be used and also thr chairs are missing cushions so you cant really sit on them.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cranston
Seton
Seton is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton and Seton Cineplex Cinemas and VIP.
Southeast Calgary
While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.
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.
Inglewood
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Inglewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Bow River or Inglewood Bird Sanctuary.
Ramsay
While there might not be top attractions in Ramsay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
