Southern Alberta
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Visit Southern Alberta
Where to stay in Southern Alberta
Downtown Calgary
CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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.
Southwest Calgary
Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.
Downtown District
If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Calgary
While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.
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.
Uptown District
While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
"Our unit was quite nice. Spacious clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. I wouldn’t recommend eating at the restaurant. Low quality meals and very expensive. I’m quite sure our pizza was from a box and not handmade and cooked in a stone oven. Amenities were ok though the indoor hot ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"Convenient and clean"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
"The rooms were clean. The staff were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hidden Ridge Resort
"Clean room.we love that it’s very accessible to tourists spots.highly recommended"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
"The toilet was not flushing; it was getting clogged. The night lights were not plugged in. There were no charging ports near the beds."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Basecamp Resorts Canmore
"Loved our stay here! Great location to stay at if you are travelling around the Banff area."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
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.
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.
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.
Banff Gondola
Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.
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 Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka
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