Visit Kensington
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 Kensington
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Great
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
staff and clean room
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
We arrived about an hour early but it was so nice that they had a room clean and available for us.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Front desk staff were great and the room was excellent
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Staff was welcoming both at check in and restaurant!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Park Inn by Radisson, Calgary Airport North, AB
Super close tomCalgary Airport. Great having a kitchenette too. Super sleep. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
