University District
Calgary
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Popular places to visit
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Alberta Children's Hospital
If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.
Olympic Oval
Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Foothills Athletic Park
Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Trans Canada Pipeline Arch
Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Top hotels in University District
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Clean rooms great restaurant
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
The hotel was under construction.. & the pool wasn't open. Parking was limited as we drive a truck and wouldn't fit in the underground. So we didn't leave cause we didn't want to lose our spot. Our room was nice and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
This hotel is a favourite with school age sports teams because of the pool and hot tub. But the rooms are all located around an atrium where the pool is. So, it cab get VERY noisy when teams are playing in the pool. The restaurant and bar are also in the atrium, so the whole experience is not very ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Love the option for underground parking with keycard access. Love this hotel- we have stayed there previously and it is great. Staff was great. Decent breakfast. Pool and hot tub were clean and well kept. Pool floor is a bit abrasive but not a huge deal- just use caution! Rooms are clean and updated, ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Cheap and cheerful place to stay. I docked a star for the bed which was not very pillowy. And the outside door was very hard to lock due to winter shift. They had put laminate flooring in the whole room which is smart for a room that opens to outside. Much easier to clean. Has a kitchenette that ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
breakfast was good lots of options
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
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 of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
