University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University District
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 great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Olympic Oval
Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Trans Canada Pipeline Arch
Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Cineplex VIP Cinemas University District
You can take time to visit Cineplex VIP Cinemas University District during your travels to Calgary.
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 University District Hotel Deals
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
"Room was very minimally maintained - there were holes in the walls and largish patches of missing paint/wallpaper. Desk chair was missing about half of the vinyl and was very worn. Bathtub looked very old and like it had been painted over where the finish had worn or chipped? It was clean enough ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
"Great place. Love the LEED status. Could use some EV chargers."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
"Nice hotel, pretty clean and easy access to the highway to Banff."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
"Renovations being done so in a bit of a mess at the moment but fairly clean and comfortable in rooms"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
"Hotel is very old. Carpet is dirty. No one is wiping the water on the floor from the pool. Breakfast is always the same. Sorry, but It was awful ."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
"Everything was good….we feel very comfortable"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
