Southern Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes tranquil scenes, signage and industrial elements
Banff Gondola featuring a river or creek, château or palace and heritage architecture
Drumheller featuring tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Where to stay in Southern Alberta

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Downtown Calgary

4/5(28 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Calgary
Banff featuring street scenes and night scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
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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 Stampede Park.

Southwest Calgary
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Southeast Calgary

3/5(1 area review)

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

Southeast Calgary
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,487 reviews)
Room was fantastic

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is AU$153 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$153
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,013 reviews)
Hot tub was fantastic

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is AU$164 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$164
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,617 reviews)
Eveything was amazing! Staff especially! Diane at front desk Kristal the bar manager As well as one the bar staff, young man with longer hair and Ukrainian accent. And the gentleman who brings the wood to guests and also drives the shuttle

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,688 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,358 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Basecamp Suites Canmore

Basecamp Suites Canmore

3.5 out of 5
721 10 Street, Canmore, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Canmore. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (594 reviews)
Great room, had troubles connecting to customer service as there was no staff on site.

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Basecamp Suites Canmore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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