Mission District Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Mission District
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.
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.
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 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.
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 Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Mission District
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Very family friendly. Great breakfast. Kids loved the waterslides.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
The room and the gym were very clean and the bed was super comfortable. There was a convenient workspace and I had a shuttle from and to the airport. Great value.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Stay here is always good. This time housekeeping wasnt not good, no towels, or facecloths and a guest was smoking heavily in the room next to ours and dogs were barking on the 6th floor in the middle of the night. We'll be back to try again. Unfortunately stupid people can change a hotel's rating ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Ok
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
Ok room, great lady operating the shuttle from airport (march 9) evening
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
The hotel is quite old and musty… they use strong scents to cover. So much so if you have a scent allergy you will be bothered by this. We had to request room change which the staff were happy to accommodate and were lovely. They are working on upgrading but it’s not up to par as of yet. We didn’t ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mission District
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.
Victoria Park
Well liked for its architecture and entertainment venues, 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Ramsay
While there might not be top attractions in Ramsay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome.
