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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.
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.
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.
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.
17 Avenue SW
During your trip to Calgary, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at 17 Avenue SW. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Heritage Park Historical Village
You can study the exhibits at Heritage Park Historical Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Areas of Calgary
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.
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.
Southeast Calgary
While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, 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 Market Mall or Nose Hill Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
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.
- Calgary Zoo
- Scotiabank Saddledome
- Canada Olympic Park
- Calgary Tower
- Chinook Centre
- Foothills Medical Centre
- Calaway Park
- BMO Centre
- McMahon Stadium
- Heritage Park Historical Village
- Sunridge Mall
- Prince's Island Park
- Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
- Max Bell Centre
- Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
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