University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University District
Popular places to visit
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.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Cineplex VIP Cinemas University District
You can take time to visit Cineplex VIP Cinemas University District during your travels to Calgary.
Activities
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Enjoyed my stay. Good location with access to amenities and transportation connection to downtown
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Beds were so comfortable! Convenient to our appointments and breakfast was great, fully stocked with lots of options.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Terrific breakfast! Staff friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Under construction and it was leaking.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
The rooms were clean to look at but this was a cockroach hotel.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Good room but no internet. Room 231 - Perhaps this room is too far from the main building to have proper wifi. I called tech support twice. Each time the support person was not able to resolve but said they would work on it and call back. Neither agent did. I had 5 nights here without in room wifi. ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
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.
Sunnyside
While you're in Sunnyside, take in top sights like Bow River and jump on the metro at Sunnyside Station to see more of the city.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
