Bowness
Calgary
Popular places to visit
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.
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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 in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
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
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Top hotels in Bowness
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Calgary West
Great staff, location and access to both Calgary and the run to Banff/Lake Louise. Will always choose to stay here!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Had a few requests and they were accommodated easily.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
The room had a couch and a microwave.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
staff and clean room
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Great place! The kids loved the pool!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Check in was quick and easy and staff were friendly. Only concern is that the safety lock inside our room is broken
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bowness
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
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 of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
