Downtown West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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
Discover Calgary with 3 Unique Smartphone Audio Walking Tours
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Our pick of the best Downtown West End Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Emerald Hotel & Suites
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
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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, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
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
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, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery
- Calgary Zoo
- Stampede Park
- Canada Olympic Park
- Chinook Centre
- Scotiabank Saddledome
- Cross Iron Mills Mall
- Calgary Tower
- Calaway Park
- Foothills Medical Centre
- Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
- McMahon Stadium
- Sunridge Mall
- Heritage Park Historical Village
- WinSport
- Bow River
