Popular places to visit
Alberta University of the Arts
Explore the campus of Alberta University of the Arts during your visit to Calgary.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Minnewanka,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Hillhurst
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Hot tub was fantastic
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
The hotel was clean and smelled fresh. The staff were helpful and checked me in quickly. Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Overall I was very happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Great place. Clean. Great food. Close to airport.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Staff was friendly, room was clean and there was a bar of soap ready for me and it was sealed in the wrapper.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Front desk staff that checked me in was really nice and welcoming.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Amenida Residences
Very good
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hillhurst
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.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Fourth Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede 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.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
