Northwest Calgary Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Calgary
Popular places to visit
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.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Alberta Children's Hospital
If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.
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.
Peace Bridge
Learn about the local history of Calgary with a stop at Peace Bridge. 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 Cave Basin Bow Falls
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Our pick of the best Northwest Calgary Hotel Deals
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Always a great hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Clean room, great staff.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary Northwest
Our room smelled like cigarettes upon entering. We were so tired we went straight to bed, with plans to request a new room tbe next morning. But then we realized that the building generally smells like smoke: we walked by some workers and realized they reeked of cigarette smells. I also requested ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
We got a great deal on a kitchenette. There was some construction but it was so quiet we didn’t notice a thing. Breakfast was great
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Great spot
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
Everything is great.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
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.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
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.
