Bowness Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Scotiabank Saddledome
Scotiabank Saddledome is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Calgary Zoo
Wander at your leisure from South America to Africa, passing botanic gardens and dinosaurs as you go.
Calgary Tower
Get a bird's eye view of Calgary and the surrounding landscape from the world's highest 360° observation tower.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Activities
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Hot Springs, Minnewanka
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs
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Other neighbourhoods around Bowness
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.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot 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 St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
Downtown Calgary
Scotiabank Saddledome and TD Square 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.