University District Travel Guide
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff Town, Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Top hotels in University District
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
The room was spotless. We were really comfortable during our stay and definitely will come back.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
All food are fresh and hot. Clean room and room temperature was good.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Rooms are relatively small but overall nice and clean. Liked the usage of both short carpet and vinyl like material in the main part of room. Helps keep clean.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Room was cleaned but rooms need renovations, old rugs and furniture
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Aloft Calgary University
Great hotel, the front staff was amazing, the two ladies we encountered were extremely friendly and kind. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Fantastic staff! Clean rooms. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
