University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
"Awesome new hotel With all the amenities"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
"The eggs at the breakfast buffet were tasteless. And we had the misfortune of finding that the whirlpool in the hot tub by the pool wasn't working."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
"Pool and slide was closed by the time we checked in. Under renovation"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
"Staff, breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 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
"Dejeuner repetitif peu varié. Odeurs de tuyaux d'égoûts à certains endroits dans le stationnement. Travaux en cours. Toutefois, personnel serviable et piscine et spa chauds et propres. Chambres entretenues quotidiennement, serviettes propres tous les jours. Ce n'est pas neuf, mais c'est acceptable ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
