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All eyes were on Calgary, Canada during the winter Olympics. Why not start making plans to make it your next destination? With so many things to do in Calgary, you'll likely be making return trips to include all of the best attractions in Calgary on the map. Expedia is like having a free travel agent, helping you to choose all the must see Calgary activities as you make your travel itinerary. From tourist favorites to local top spots, Calgary is packed to the brim with a long list of Calgary excursions. Get a jump start on making the trip of a lifetime happen now!

Wondering what to do in Calgary? When you venture into one of Canada's greats, you'll love Cowtown, the Heart of the New West. Affectionately dubbed C-Town, Calgary definitely features the great outdoors. Head to the Fish Creek Provincial Park for hiking, fishing, and an opportunity to admire nature's beauty. Glenmore Reservoir and Sikome Lake are two other favorite spots, sure to provide hours of pleasure. On the flip side, Prince Island's Park provides you with a peaceful haven while you are exploring the city, giving you the opportunity to slow life down for a while. Let Expedia.com help you to plan all of your Calgary tours, picking the perfect places along the way.

Do you love the thrill of winter sports? Visit the Olympic Oval. History buffs will enjoy a stop at the Military Museums and Fort Calgary, while the Bow is a modern marvel as the skyscraper soars above the horizon. Visit the shops and boutiques, catch a game at the McMahon Stadium or stop in one of Calgary's many fine restaurants to wine and dine in style. When you let Expedia help you to make your plans, you'll be able to make sure everything suits your budget and your time frame. Search for great discounts when it comes to airfare, rooms, and rental transportation. Expedia wants you to enjoy every facet of the amazing city of Calgary. Lose yourself in the Heart of the New West. Calgary invites you to come stay a while.


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Prince\'s Island Park featuring a city, a high rise building and street scenes

Downtown Calgary

4/5(1,949 area reviews)

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 Calgary
Peace Bridge showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Northwest Calgary

4/5(157 area reviews)

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 the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
17 Avenue SW which includes outdoor art

Southwest Calgary

4/5(255 area reviews)

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.

Southwest Calgary
Inglewood featuring a small town or village

Southeast Calgary

4/5(570 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Southeast Calgary, check out sights like Deerfoot Casino or Southcentre Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

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

Beltline

4.5/5(672 area reviews)

Take time in Beltline to visit attractions like Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome. 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.

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University District

4/5(840 area reviews)

Take time in University District to visit attractions like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the city.

University District

 

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