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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
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.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Activities
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip
Our pick of the best Downtown West End Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG
"Nice hotel, staff lovely, very helpful. Breakfast very limited. It was complementary so that's to be expected. Overall a nice hotel."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"Good spot friendly staff. Noticed the AC of my room was leaking a bit. Other than that comfortable room"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
"The tesla chargers weren’t working. However, the front desk staff was great, and the manager that was there during our stay was super helpful, she compensated us with breakfast vouchers and made us feel very welcome and was super friendly! Definitely going to return to acclaim my next visit back ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
"Lovely all around."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
"The hotel was lovely. The staff was friendly but was disappointed that they couldn’t give me a later checkout time. The only reason I gave the property a four star was because of all the garbage lying around on the property outside. We stayed there for several nights but no one cleaned up the parking ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West End
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Fourth Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Downtown Calgary
CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
