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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk Ticket in Canada
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Top hotels in Cranston
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Clean room. Great on-site restaurant. Gym was adequate but on the smaller side.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
The hotel itself is lovely, staff accommodating and friendly. We did experience issues parking and there is no overflow available. Paying guests were parking on the street, curb or wherever they could find which is not acceptable when you have paid for a room and offer free parking. My suggestion ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Breakfast was delicious
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
It was really a good experience
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Staff were very helpful and friendly, cleaning staff went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
Good location when being close to the airport. Restaurant is good. Staff is very nice and friendly. Can be noisy.
Reviewed on 4 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 Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino, 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.
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.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital are some notable places to visit nearby.
