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
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Our pick of the best Bow Riverfront Hotel Deals
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Always friendly staff. Elevators are getting a bit shaky and the building is showing it's age in places but it's clean
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Always top notch, great for families with young kids.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Everything was excellent!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
I’ve room good service
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Pet friendly, good price, free breakfast for two!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Great
Reviewed on 6 Feb 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.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
