University District Travel Guide

Calgary

University District

Popular places to visit

McMahon Stadium

McMahon Stadium

4/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit McMahon Stadium during your travels to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

McMahon Stadium

University of Calgary

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Calgary, a top university in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.

University of Calgary

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.

Alberta Children's Hospital

Foothills Athletic Park

Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Foothills Athletic Park

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.

Olympic Oval

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.

Trans Canada Pipeline Arch

Things to do

Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake Tour

Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon

Rp1.841.972
per adult
Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park

Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group

Rp4.159.291
per adult
Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

Rp6.322.122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield
4 Days Tour to Banff and Jasper National Park Public

4 Days Tour to Banff and Jasper National Park Public

Rp62.983.552
per adult
4 Days Tour to Banff and Jasper National Park Public
From Calgary: Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Trip

Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake

Rp1.426.043
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Calgary: Banff Gondola/Upper Hot Springs, Johnston Canyon

Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

Rp1.069.532
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
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Top hotels in University District

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Comfort Inn & Suites University
2.5 out of 5
2369 Banff Trail, N.W., Calgary, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.693.770 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
Rp1.693.770
Rp1.870.160 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Beds were comfortable. Overall clean, but some mold arround in the bathroom and pool."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
2.5 out of 5
2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is Rp2.143.558 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.143.558
Rp2.528.541 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,130 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed. Our room on the 5th floor overlooking the LRT Train Line was very quiet. Couldn’t hear the LRT train. The underground parking is a plus."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is Rp1.454.985 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
Rp1.454.985
Rp1.585.934 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are located ...
4.8/10 (392 reviews)
"Great value for the price. Pool was fun. Room was clean and spacious. Cable TV. However we found the beds very uncomfortable and hard and had lots of back pain the next days."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
3.5 out of 5
482 McLaurin Street Northwest, Calgary, AB
The price is Rp2.383.061 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.383.061
Rp2.753.388 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (765 reviews)
Excellent!
"Excellent hotel clean and efficient"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
3 out of 5
1804 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is Rp2.137.450 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.137.450
Rp2.469.610 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,321 reviews)
"It’s close proximity to the U of C sports facilities and to McMahon stadium"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Aloft Calgary University
Aloft Calgary University
3 out of 5
2359 Banff Trail Nw, Calgary, AB
The price is Rp2.023.806 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.023.806
Rp2.338.305 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Calgary. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"This was my fifth time here. It is good as usual. Friendly staff, clean room, nice food."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Aloft Calgary University
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Other neighbourhoods around University 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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Kensington

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Kensington
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Bowness

Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Bowness
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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.

Northwest Calgary
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Crescent Heights

While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.

Crescent Heights
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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

University District Travel Guide