Bow Riverfront Travel Guide
Calgary





Visit Bow Riverfront
Popular places to visit

Prince's Island Park
Prince's Island Park is just one of the places to see in Calgary, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Peace Bridge
Learn about the local history of Calgary with a stop at Peace Bridge. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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 entertainment choices.

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.

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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls

2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour

Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)

Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Top hotels in Bow Riverfront

Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Great room. Great stay. Amazing staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Good enough for family
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Front desk was friendly and helpful. Families with kids running around having a great time. Water slides aren’t a theme park, but they’re close enough for a lot of fun!! Restaurant had prime rib that was spot on. Other end of hotel did a correct and proper buffet breakfast. The wait staff at all ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Room spotless, beds very comfortable. I highly recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Reception fast and superfriendly. Room is clean
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Good staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bow Riverfront

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

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.

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.

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

Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.

Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
