Downtown Calgary Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Calgary attractions

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Calgary Tower

8.6/10 (4,347 reviews)
Get a bird's eye view of Calgary and the surrounding landscape from the world's highest 360° observation tower.
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Activities

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

NZ$110
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

NZ$102
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

NZ$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip
Moraine Lake

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

NZ$124
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket

NZ$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff/Calgary DayTrip to Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Johnston Canyon

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

NZ$97
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
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Our pick of the best Downtown Calgary Hotel Deals

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

4 out of 5
888 7th Ave SW Calgary AB
The price is NZ$195 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$195
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Fairmont Palliser

Fairmont Palliser

5 out of 5
133 9th Avenue SW Calgary AB
The price is NZ$442 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
NZ$442
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Calgary. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Fairmont Palliser
Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

Best Western Plus Suites Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1330 8th Street S.W. Calgary AB
The price is NZ$189 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$189
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,709 reviews)
"Staff, clean room, breakfast"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus Suites Downtown
Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire

Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire

4 out of 5
255 Barclay Parade SW Calgary AB
The price is NZ$309 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$309
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Hotel Le Germain Calgary

Hotel Le Germain Calgary

4 out of 5
899 Centre Street SW Calgary AB
The price is NZ$294 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$294
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,901 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and the room was lovely. Its in a great location with many restaurants within walking distance."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Le Germain Calgary
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown

3 out of 5
708 8th Avenue SW Calgary AB
The price is NZ$196 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$196
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Calgary

Find the best Downtown Calgary areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Heritage Park Historical Village.

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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.

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Southeast Calgary

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Southcentre Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

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Beltline

Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Elbow River Casino and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.

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University District

Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Olympic Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.

Downtown Calgary Travel Guide

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