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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Park Historical Village
You can study the exhibits at Heritage Park Historical Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
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
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Top hotels in Southwest Calgary
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary South
Location is good, staff was friendly. Hotel was dated. Nothing really stood out. Parking isn’t great. It’s an ok hotel, not bad, not great but is ok.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Amenida Residences
Tv ,one light and phone wasn’t working , we complained at the front , it got fixed .there were no water bottles in the room and they said get it from wending machine
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Grey Eagle Resort
Casino and food options all inside
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Calgary South
Yes very good and easy to locate
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn And Suites South
Nice place
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Calgary
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital 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 Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
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 Fourth Street. 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.
