Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk Ticket in Canada
Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Badlands
Day Trip to Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Emerald Lake from Banff
Lake Louise, Emerald, Marble Canyon Banff Yoho Tour
Top hotels in Kensington
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Clean room
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
All Good
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
The stay was great and the amenities were accessible
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
This is our first time with Holiday Inn, usually we always use Hilton. But I must say I am impressed with the facilities especially the customer service! Kat, the one in frontdesk made sure to meet my family needs. Smile and greets right away! The people in breakfast area are always helpful and courteous. ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Very nice hotel - it was excellent value - lovely room and dinning was handy and nice food. This is a good choice as dining is limited in the area.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Amenida Residences
Good job
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River 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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, Fourth Street and 17 Avenue SW are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Fourth Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Victoria Park
Well liked for its architecture and entertainment venues, 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.
