Bowness
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
Chinook Centre
You can do some window-shopping at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Canada Olympic Park
Ski the slopes, take a bobsled ride, catch an ice hockey game and tackle mountain biking trails at this park that was opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening at BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Winter Day Trip: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Emerald Lake, Banff
Banff: Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon and Yoho Tour
Bowness Hotel Deals
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Calgary West
Wonderful Spa get away! Clean rooms! Friendly helpful stafff!
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Shuttle was good and staff at checkin was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Great as always
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Didnt have breakfast.fire alarm went off at 2 am.not hotels fault.great stay other than that.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Excellent and refreshing after a long day of work.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Great pool for the kids
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Bowness
University District
Take time in University District to visit attractions like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the city.
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 the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
If you're passing through Banff Trail, you may want to check out its live music. From there, jump on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the area.
Kensington
River views, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Calgary
Dense urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and corporate areas, Downtown Calgary offers shopping and dining along the pedestrian-friendly Stephen Avenue Walk. Explore attractions like the Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and Glenbow Museum, or take advantage of the free CTrain light rail along 7th Avenue S.
