Southern Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes tranquil scenes, signage and industrial elements
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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Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes

Downtown Calgary

4/5(28 area reviews)

Scotiabank Saddledome and TD Square 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
Street view of Banff Avenue in autumn evening. Snow capped Cascade Mountain with pink rosy sky in the background. Alberta, Canada.

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
17 Avenue SW which includes outdoor art

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 Scotiabank Saddledome.

Southwest Calgary
Calgary skyline with a sprinkle of stamped fireworks.

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
Lake Moraine, Banff

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
Peace Bridge showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

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.

Northwest Calgary
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is AU$172 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$172
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,757 reviews)
Great place to stay! Will always come back!

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

3 out of 5
1935 McKnight Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is AU$119 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$119
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,668 reviews)
Staff courteous, super clean rooms, easy check in

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

3 out of 5
3515 - 26 Street NE Calgary AB
The price is AU$56 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$56
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,779 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
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.
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,972 reviews)
Staff was great, Waterpark was great, loved the wood burning fireplace.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,869 reviews)
The hot tub and view is worth every penny!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
Very clean. Comfortable beds. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Short walk to get groceries. Very handy having a washer/dryer (albeit small) in our unit.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Basecamp Resorts 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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