Bow Riverfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bow Riverfront
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Wander at your leisure from South America to Africa, passing botanic gardens and dinosaurs as you go.
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.
Canada Olympic Park
Hit the slopes or barrel down the bobsled track, follow exciting mountain bike trails or whizz along the fastest zip line in North America at this fabulous facility.
Activities
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Our pick of the best Bow Riverfront Hotel Deals
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Great staff! Always enjoy our stay after our flights and a full day traveling. Everyone from the shuttle driver, restaurant and lounge staff are very accommodating. The hotel also carries a #1 line of Cnd made body care (shampoo to body lotion) that is very luxurious. Great stay!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
I felt The music in the lobby when I was checking in was a little loud and made it hard to hear the check in clerk. The front parking lot seemed a bit run down and unkept
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
Walls too thin and was woken up by loud noises by my neighbour 3am in the morning. Very nice decor and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Wonderful property, disappointed we booked at the time when renovations were going on. Staff were wonderful and looking forward to going back once renovations are completed.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Clean room
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bow Riverfront
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
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.
East Village
While visiting East Village, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Calgary Historic Park and Studio Bell.
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.
