Downtown West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown West End
Popular places to visit
TELUS Spark
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at TELUS Spark in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Calgary Zoo
Explore the botanical gardens to see a diverse array of exotic animals and view re-creations of interesting habitats from Africa to South America.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Originally opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this fantastic attraction is now open to the public and boasts an impressive range of winter sport activities.
Calgary Tower
With an outstanding view over the city landscape, this iconic landmark is a great way to view all of the sites from the comfort of one observation point.
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: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Badlands
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Our pick of the best Downtown West End Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG
The staff was amazing!!! Beautiful room with incredible views of Calgary!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Clean quiet but dated. Carpets needs replacing and room is small Excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Very quiet rooms. Stiff pillows. Very clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
It was ok, the room had a terrible smell, like a wet dog. You can see water damage in the ceiling by the shower and the wall by the bed. We just needed a place to stay after a party and this was the closest hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Checked all the boxes. Entrance was a bit slippery with melting snow, recommend better floor coverage with mats or mopping, thanks for the hospitality!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Nice place for the $
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West End
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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and Cliff Bungalow-Mission Community Association are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
