Southwest Calgary Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
17 Avenue SW
During your trip to Calgary, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at 17 Avenue SW. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Top hotels in Southwest Calgary
Amenida Residences
The bed was comfy and nice bedding
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre
I had a wonderful stay at the Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful from the moment I arrived, making the check-in process smooth and welcoming. The room was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained, which made it easy to relax after a long day. ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Calgary Centre Inn
Everything was great from the room to the breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary South
Nice and quiet
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Grey Eagle Resort
The pool was under renovation and available for use. Excellent hospitality. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn And Suites South
Its a good hotel, nice, clean, and has a wide variety of businesses around it. Continental breakfast was fresh, hot, and always fresh and full.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Calgary
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Cliff Bungalow-Mission Community Association are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at 17 Avenue SW or Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House 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 Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede 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.
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.
