Visit Southern Alberta
Where to stay in Southern Alberta

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.

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.

Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

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.

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

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.

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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.

Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Chinook Centre
You can do some window-shopping at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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.

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

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.
Things to do

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park

Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls

Banff: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Yoho Trip
- Banff National Park
- Stampede Park
- Waterton Lakes National Park
- Calgary Zoo
- University of Calgary
- Scotiabank Saddledome
- Calgary Tower
- Canada Olympic Park
- Calaway Park
- Banff Gondola
- Royal Tyrrell Museum
- Banff National Park Information Centre
- Banff Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
- 17 Avenue SW
- Drumheller Hoodoos
- Lake Minnewanka