Downtown Calgary Travel Guide
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
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.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Calgary TELUS Convention Centre during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Stephen Avenue
During your trip to Calgary, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Stephen Avenue. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Prince's Island Park
Prince's Island Park is just one of the places to see in Calgary, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
TELUS Spark
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at TELUS Spark in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Top hotels in Downtown Calgary
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown
Staff where really good , was fairly clean , underground parking ( wasnt cheap ) nice to have in storm though , walking distance to everything and decent breakfast. Downfalls one small frying pan no pots for kitchenette and no hot water off and on . Normally hot water wouldnt matter but paid extra ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Arts
Amazing Staff and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Westin Calgary
Gym and pool were exceptional , room was a bit disappointing
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown
Great hotel have stayed there many times
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Nice stay.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Clean room and good quality facility.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Calgary
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
Victoria Park
Well liked for its architecture and sporting events, Victoria Park is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cowboys Casino and Scotiabank Saddledome, and jump on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to get around the city.
East Village
While visiting East Village, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Calgary Historic Park and Studio Bell.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
