Downtown Calgary

Calgary

Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes
Wonderland Sculpture featuring outdoor art and a city
Calgary Central Library featuring interior views
Photo provided by Glenbow Museum
Calgary Central Library which includes interior views
Discover a city where cowboys have left a permanent mark on a modern center. Come at the right time to see a show about its Western roots.

Downtown Calgary in Canada’s western province of Alberta is an interesting blend of modern skyscrapers and older stone buildings. Oil production has been a key part of the province’s economy since the early 1900s many of the newer downtown buildings are connected to the oil industry. Ranches and farming are also big business. Visit Downtown Calgary in July to see what’s been called the greatest outdoor show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede.

The rodeo and exhibition are centered at Stampede Park just south of downtown. Walk or bike practically anywhere in the city over its flat terrain. Look for Historic City Hall, built in 1911 from locally sourced sandstone.

You won’t miss Calgary Tower dominating the cityscape. At a height of 627 feet (191 meters), it’s an excellent vantage point to look over the city and see the Rocky Mountains in the distance. Across the street from the tower is Glenbow, a museum that provides a focus on Western Canadian history through art and publications.

The pedestrian area of Stephen Avenue has a wide array of stores and restaurants. Notice the older sandstone and limestone buildings such as Hudson’s Bay Company and Bank of Montreal Building. In the area is The CORE Shopping Centre with the Devonian Gardens inside the complex. Garden admission is free, to see fishponds, a huge living wall and over 500 trees.

Visit the Chinese Cultural Centre in the Chinatown section of Downtown Calgary. The center’s main hall has a stunning collection of more than 500 dragons. Stroll through peaceful Sien Lok Park bordering the Bow River, one of the city’s two waterways.

Fly to Calgary International Airport from major cities in Canada and the United States. Drive about 20 minutes or travel bus in less than an hour to get to Downtown Calgary from the airport.


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Downtown Calgary Hotel Deals

Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire

Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire

4 out of 5
255 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary, AB
$168 nightly
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"Great location near the park and close to the train. Restaurant attached has excellent food but room service was lacking. The suite was a perfect set up for 4"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel

4 out of 5
888 7th Ave SW, Calgary, AB
$111 nightly
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8.4/10 Very Good! (2,631 reviews)
Great location on the C Train Line.
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Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown

3 out of 5
708 8th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB
$89 nightly
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"Stress free check in and out and helpful staff. Even in the valet parking"

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown
Hotel Arts

Hotel Arts

4 out of 5
119 12th Ave SW, Calgary, AB
$153 nightly
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Great place to stay
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Hotel Arts
Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District

Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District

3.5 out of 5
610 10th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB
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$136 nightly
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,207 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

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Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District
Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown

Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown

3.5 out of 5
209-4th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB
$134 nightly
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great experience!"

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Calgary

Prince\'s Island Park featuring a garden as well as an individual male

Eau Claire

If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Eau Claire
Beltline

Connaught

While visiting Connaught, you might make a stop by sights like Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW.

Connaught
Calgary Tower showing a city and street scenes as well as an individual male

Beltline

4.5/5(102 area reviews)

Take time in Beltline to visit attractions like Stampede Park and Fourth Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to see more of the city.

Beltline
BMO Centre showing a statue or sculpture

Victoria Park

Well-liked for its architecture and sporting events, Victoria Park is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cowboys Casino and Scotiabank Saddledome, and jump on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to get around the city.

Victoria Park
TELUS Spark which includes interior views and signage

Downtown West End

While you're in Downtown West End, take in top sights like TELUS Spark and jump on the metro at Downtown West-Kerby Station to see more of the city.

Downtown West End
East Village which includes railway items and a city

East Village

While visiting East Village, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Calgary Historic Park and Calgary Central Library.

East Village


Downtown Calgary

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