Kensington Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Kensington
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
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Top hotels in Kensington
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Room was clean, staff were friendly. The pool was awesome with kids, warm and waterslides were fun. Some airplane noise outside, but otherwise quiet. Would absolutely stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Clean, great shuttle service. Value for money. Could use some upgrades.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
M.R. Front desk staff, give us a quick check in and informed us about the property. Breakfast are great and servers clear and tidy up tables
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
The suite was spacious and clean. We really enjoyed the restaurant attached to the hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
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.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
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.
