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.
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.
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.
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 lively festivals.
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.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Calgary: Lake Louise, Emerald, Moraine Lake, and Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Calgary
Sait
"The room was clean. Breakfast and coffee was spot on."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
"Its pretty much worth what it cost"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
"Very clean, great location. Enjoyed our stay"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
"Great location clean hotel good pricing"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
"Renovations being done so in a bit of a mess at the moment but fairly clean and comfortable in rooms"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
"It was a good experience staying at this hotel. We had what we needed as a family of 5. The breakfast was pretty good."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
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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.
