Downtown West End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An indoor exhibit with bicycles and a glass display case.
A multi-level shopping mall with glass railings, a central atrium, and various retail displays.
An art gallery with wooden floors, ceiling lights, and various artworks displayed.
A modern indoor space with wooden structures, colorful hanging decorations, and a shoe display.
A modern interior with wooden paneling, a central water feature, and informational displays.

Stay near popular Downtown West End attractions

Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery

After visiting Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

AU$105
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

AU$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Moraine Lake

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

AU$141
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff Gondola

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP

AU$105
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Picture 4 for Activity Banff: 2-Day Banff Lake Louise & Yoho N.P. Tour

Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour

AU$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Wonderland Sculpture

Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based

AU$7
per adult
Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown West End

Find the best Downtown West End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern tower with a circular observation deck, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

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.

A city skyline with a distinctive curved building, fireworks display, and a Ferris wheel.

Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Heritage Park Historical Village.

A city skyline with modern buildings and a red bridge over a river at sunset.

Northwest Calgary

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

A modern stadium with a curved roof, surrounded by a city skyline with various high-rise buildings.
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Southeast Calgary

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Southcentre Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a unique satellite dish-shaped building in the foreground.

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 West End Travel Guide

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