Northwest Calgary Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Calgary
Popular places to visit
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Peace Bridge
Learn about the local history of Calgary with a stop at Peace Bridge. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Nose Hill Park
After visiting Nose Hill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Foothills Medical Centre
If Foothills Medical Centre is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
You can make plans for a show at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium during your stay in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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 Hot Springs Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon Tour
Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Badlands
Calgary: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, & Emerald Lake Tour
Our pick of the best Northwest Calgary Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
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Centro Motel
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary Northwest
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Calgary
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
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.
Stoney
While Stoney may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Deerfoot Mall and Cross Iron Mills Mall.
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.
