Capitol Hill Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Capitol Hill
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 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.
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.
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.
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 entertainment choices 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.
Things to do
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Capitol Hill
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Way to busy at the pool.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Asked before booking and at the desk to find out if the pool was open both times told yes. Once ready to go to the pool is was closed and never reopen.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Clean and conveniet
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Room was nice, along with staff and breakfast was superb
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Was nice and clean, hum drum layout
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
The hotel alone is very clean updated and modern decor. The breakfast buffet was excellent! Lots of options. The only thing we disliked were the beds and pillows. Way too soft with no support. Definitely woke up sore.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
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.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
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.
Downtown Calgary
CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
