Evanston 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 entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
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
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Top hotels in Evanston
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
The hotel doesnt accept koho mastercard credit and does not have cash deposits for out of town visitors even if u book with hotels.com its not clear they dont use kohos other than that its an amazing hotel 2 pools restaurant lounge and good service
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Nice staff, clean room
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Quiet, comfortable and super clean. Staff are friendly and efficient. Absolutely loved the toiletries (so much so that we ordered product to have at home)!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Good stay. Clean. Adequate for basic business travel
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Everything was great. Check in, room, access to fine dining, parking.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
The room was clean, spacious and comfortable
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Evanston
Stoney
While Stoney may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Deerfoot Mall and Cross Iron Mills Mall.
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.
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.
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
