Bowness 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 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.
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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
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 Bowness
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
good location to get to mountains or winsport
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Room was clean but could use some updates.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Don't expect too much for the price you pay. Its a good hotel for its price. Pool was closed though when we were there. Staff said "under maintenance". Confirm first before you book if that's one reason you want to stay there specially if you have kids who'd like to swim.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Friendly staff! Amazing location!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Refrigerator was too loud all night
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Everyone was good hotel shuttle
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bowness
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.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
