Northwest Calgary Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Nose Hill Park
After visiting Nose Hill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Peace Bridge
Learn about the local history of Calgary with a stop at Peace Bridge. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Centre Street Bridge
You can learn about the history of Calgary when you stop by Centre Street Bridge. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
You can make plans for a show at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium during your stay in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Columbia Icefield, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow ,Peyto Lake Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Calgary
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
"Clean comfortable room, very walkable spots nearby (groceries, cafes, drug store, etc)"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
"You need a complimentary breakfast. The rooms are stuffy. No air flow when fan set at ON."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Centro Motel
"Nice stay. Great location."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
"Do not like the 100.00 damage deposit hold that we were not told about until we were checking in. It does not show up on our receipt and when we were checking out we were told it would take 3 to 5 business days to be refunded. At check in she said it would be removed when we checked out. I think ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
"Underground parking is great"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Calgary
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
