What to do in Southern Alberta

Activities, attractions and tours

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

Southern Alberta Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Banff National Park

The dramatic mountains, lakes and forests of Banff National Park's 6,641 square kilometres make it the ideal destination for scenery lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Mountain bikers, hikers, white-water rafters and kayakers take advantage of the unspoiled wilderness in the summer, while skiers and snowboarders tackle the many and varied ski runs during the winter months.
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Banff National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains

2. Calgary Zoo

Situated on St. George’s Island and the embankments of the Bow River, Calgary Zoo, Botanical Gardens and Prehistoric Park contains a staggering range of creatures of all sizes.
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Calgary Zoo showing a city, zoo animals and modern architecture

3. Banff Gondola

Survey miles of the magnificent Canadian Rockies from the top of Sulphur Mountain. The Banff Gondola takes you from the base of the mountain to the Summit Complex in just eight minutes, during which time you'll also be able to catch some spectacular vistas from your fully glazed cabin. Get a bird’s-eye view of Banff, and marvel at the snowy peaks and valleys of six of the area's mountain ranges.
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Banff Gondola featuring snow, mountains and a gondola

4. Upper Hot Springs

Upper Hot Springs is a thermal pool within the gorgeous landscapes of Banff National Park. Come here to relax in the geothermally heated and bubbling mineral water that flows from the Earth’s crust through the Sulphur Mountain Thrust Fault. Marvel at panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains as the therapeutic water cleanses and soothes your body. Have a scenic picnic or eat at the café at Upper Hot Springs.
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Upper Hot Springs

5. Canada Olympic Park

Situated just outside Calgary, Canada Olympic Park specialises in all kinds of winter sport activity. From skiing to bobsledding to ice hockey, this park has an activity for visitors of all ages and abilities. If you’re visiting in summer, don’t worry – there is still plenty to see and do.
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Canada Olympic Park which includes landscape views and a city

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What to do in Southern Alberta


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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)

CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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, Central Park and Bow River 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 Stampede Park.

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 Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, 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 Central Park 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 Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary

 

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