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
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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
Banff featuring street scenes and night scenes

Downtown District

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

Downtown District
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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.

Northwest 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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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
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$173 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$173
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9,218 reviews)
"Great hotel, rooms clean and nice service. Restaurant that is there not the best in my opinion they could’ve have better food"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
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$152 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$152
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,135 reviews)
"Kids loved the pool"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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$119 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$119
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,363 reviews)
"Checking in and out was simple, i had zero issues during my stay, and there were many things for food and entertainment in the vicinity. The price was really good for the quality of the stay."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

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.
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! (4,551 reviews)
"Great room - liked the balcony and amount of space. The hot tub and pool were very nice at sunset."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,296 reviews)
"아주 좋은 위치에 있습니다. 걸어서 동네를 전부 다닐 수 있을 정도이고 주변에 식당이나 편의시설이 있습니다. 벤프나 다른 곳으로 가기 위해서 고속도로를 타려면 5분 내로 갈 수 있습니다. 직원들은 친절하며 작은 요청에도 확실하게 해결을 해주려고 노력을 하고 있습니다. 나중에도 꼭 다시 오고 싶어요."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Sundance By Basecamp

Sundance By Basecamp

2.5 out of 5
2 Sundance Rd Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB
Stay at this campground in Kananaskis. Enjoy free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Bronze Chair Ski Lift and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Good place, a lot of places to visit around."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Sundance By Basecamp
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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