University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit University District
Popular places to visit

McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Alberta Children's Hospital
If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.
Olympic Oval
Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Trans Canada Pipeline Arch
Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to 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 Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour

Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Badlands
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Staff was courteous and the rooms were very clean
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Clean room and facilities, pleasant staff and great breakfast included.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Great staff, very clean room, great location with lots of restaurtants near by.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Clean hotel , comfortable beds ,helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Room was spotless
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Aloft Calgary University
Great stay
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University District

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.

Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

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.

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.

Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
