Banff Trail Travel Guide
Calgary
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon and Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Banff Trail
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Room was very unclean, dead bugs in the bathtub upon arrival and the room had a very strong odor throughout the stay
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Was ok
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Great place to stay. Some guests fail to understand that not everyone is use to or wants to hear their kids run up and down the hall!! People need to remember it is not just them in the building.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Food quality for dinner options wasn't great and a limited selection of beer to choose from.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
We stayed here for 2 nights. Hotel definitely is dated. We like using the stairs but they were dirty and not inviting. The bed is quite comfortable, the bathroom fairly new. Didn't hear the traffic outside much, but the door slamming and walking around from other guests was quite loud, even through ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
We never stayed there. They wouldn't let us because my I.D was expired. They said they had to contact Expedia in order to check if had paid for insurance before I could have a refund. I still haven't received the refund. The I.D. is definitely mine. You would never question that it was me in the ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Banff Trail
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.
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.
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.
