Southern Alberta Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Southern Alberta
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.
Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southeast Calgary
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.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Everything is great
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Another great stay at the Carribou Lodge. The property is a bit dated, but a great stay overall.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Great deal and nice room
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
I highly suggest staying somewhere else. • The key cards stopped working frequently. During our stay, we had to get new cards 4 times... the lobby was often full of people experiencing the same issue. The staff let us know that if the cards were close to a cell phone, they would stop working. Very ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hidden Ridge Resort
Our stay was great. Nice spacious and clean room. It had everything you needed. The hot tub and pool were amazing and to top it off, it was convinient having the bus take you to downtown banff ave and back right from the hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE
Amazing place Love to visit back again
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
Explore the botanical gardens to see a diverse array of exotic animals and view re-creations of interesting habitats from Africa to South America.
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.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Banff Gondola
Enjoy a stunning 360-degree panorama of Banff and its surrounding mountains as you ride in comfort to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.
Banff National Park Information Centre
After visiting Banff National Park Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Banff. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.
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 Cave Basin Bow Falls
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
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