Things to Do in Southern Alberta in 2025

Atlas Coal Mine which includes signage, tranquil scenes and industrial elements

Banff Gondola which includes a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage architecture

Drumheller Valley showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people

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What to do in Southern Alberta

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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.

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.

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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.

Banff Gondola

Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.

Upper Hot Springs

Rejuvenate your body in the geothermal waters of these historic hot springs while admiring the exquisite views of Banff National Park.

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 acclaimed theater scene.

Royal Tyrrell Museum

See the Albertosaurus, T. rex, woolly mammoth and ancient reef creatures, make your own fossil cast and take a guided hike through the Badlands.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Southern Alberta

Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes

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.

Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travelers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.

Inglewood featuring a small town or village

Southeast Calgary

If you're spending time in Southeast Calgary, check out sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

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

Northwest Calgary

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 the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.