Parkland Travel Guide
Calgary
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.
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 great live music 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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Lake Louise,Moraine Lake,Emerald Lake from Banff,Canmore,Calgary
Top hotels in Parkland
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
"Very clean room with lots of space. Very comfortable beds. Cannot go wrong staying here and generally the price is good for the stay."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
"Nice stay, very quiet and comfortable room."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
"Clean room was well appointed with fridge and microwave. Relatively quiet too, considering the location."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
"The A/C was wonky. One of our rooms had the portable Costco A/C. The other 2 rooms had a A/C that was barely working. The place is DATED. Housekeeping knocked on my door at 9am and could not understand her, not sure if she was asking if we are checking out, I said check out is 11am right? The check ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Executive Residency by Best Western Calgary City View North
"Great room"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkland
Southeast Calgary
While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.
Seton
Seton is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton and Seton Cineplex Cinemas and VIP.
Southwest Calgary
Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or Fourth Street.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Inglewood
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Inglewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Bow River or Hunt House.
