Southern Alberta
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Alberta
Where to stay in Southern Alberta
Downtown Calgary
Dense urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and corporate areas, Downtown Calgary offers shopping and dining along the pedestrian-friendly Stephen Avenue Walk. Explore attractions like the Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and Glenbow Museum, or take advantage of the free CTrain light rail along 7th Avenue S.
Downtown District
While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.
Southwest Calgary
Southwest Calgary is a destination travelers 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
If you're spending time in Southeast Calgary, check out sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course and hop on the metro to see more 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 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.
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Staff was very friendly at check in, rooms were clean. Pool is over-rated for the amount of rules and steps it takes to go swimming.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa
Clean room
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Beautiful location and great amenities!
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
We had a loft room that was nice and spacious. The hotel itself is quite dated and not kept up very well. There was a water leak in the hallway and the ceiling was damaged. Large part of the floor was wet. Our young kids all got a chemical burn after spending a few hours in the pool. Not a great ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hidden Ridge Resort
Always a great stay
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE
Clean room . Over all good experience
Reviewed on Mar 15, 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.
Banff Gondola
Ride the gondola from Banff to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy snowy mountain vistas.
University of Calgary
Explore the campus of University of Calgary, during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene 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.
