Ranchlands Travel Guide
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
You can take time to visit Stampede Park during your travels to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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 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
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Ranchlands
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Great rate. We stay here all the time. Most times great value
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Another incredible stay here!! Exceptionally clean rooms and I love the amenities offered. Will be back soon for my next stay!!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
The room was spotless and the staff was great.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Yes
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Clean rooms, amazing staff and awesome pools
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Clean, nice restaurant
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ranchlands
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
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.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
