Independent in Downtown Calgary

Downtown Calgary is an urban, business-friendly neighbourhood with convenient options for restaurants. The neighbourhood's architecture, friendly people, and skyline are just some of its charming qualities. You can experience some local theatre, or enjoy the natural beauty of the riverfront. Book your hotel now and use Downtown Calgary as your home base for exploring the sights in and around Calgary.

Sightseeing around Downtown Calgary

The local theatres might be a top draw, but there are many others. Stroll the halls at Art Gallery of Calgary, The New Gallery, or Glenbow Museum. You can attend a show at GRAND, Vertigo Theatre, and Lunchbox Theatre. Notable landmarks include Petro-Canada Centre, Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, and McDougall Centre. Hours of family fun are waiting at Calgary Zoo, Southland Leisure Centre, and Spruce Meadows.

Shopping and attending sporting events are a couple of popular activities in the area. Talisman Centre, Scotiabank Saddledome, and Cliff Bungalow-Mission Community Association are great places to catch a game or event. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Devonian Gardens, Prince's Island Park, or Central Memorial Park. With a shopping trip to TD Square, Eau Claire Market Mall, or CORE Shopping Centre, you might find that perfect souvenir. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Lancaster Park Golf Course, Stampede Park, and Calgary Elks Lodge and Golf Club.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Calgary Tower, McMahon Stadium, and University of Calgary. Wonderland Sculpture, The Bow, and Sitting Eagle Statue are other must-sees.

Getting around Downtown Calgary

If you want to get around the city, 3rd Street SW Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include 4th Street SW Station and 1st Street SW Station.

Downtown Calgary is 10.1 km (6.2 miles) from the airport in Calgary, AB (YYC-Calgary Intl.).