Northwest Calgary Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
McMahon Stadium
Catch an event at McMahon Stadium during your trip to Calgary. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Nose Hill Park
After visiting Nose Hill Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Peace Bridge
Learn about the local history of Calgary with a stop at Peace Bridge. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
You can make plans for a show at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium during your stay in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Olympic Oval
Catch an event at Olympic Oval during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, & Yoho National Park 2 Day Tour
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls TRIP
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Studio Bell - General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Northwest Calgary
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Clean rooms, parking on street is first come first serve but for $20 you can park in the underground parking which is peace of mind and convenient
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sandman Hotels & Suites Calgary West
The family room was clean and had been recently updated. The Denny's is attached bu there are also several other dinjng options across the street. Fuel stations are close at hand as is connecting to major highways. Parking was ample. No complaints for a one night stay.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Enjoyed the breakfast. Wish there was boiled egg. Parking was easy and safe.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
The hotel is a little bit old but clean, it was not noisy, pretty good location but the construction was annoying, is hard to get a parking spot if you have a big car, the breakfast was so good but if you don’t get there really early there isn’t too much food left.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Booked a room with 2 queen beds but we got 2 double beds unfortunately
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Breakfast was good. When we got into the room it was cool. Everything we need for the stay was available,towels,coffee,microwave,fridge and clothes iron
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Calgary
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.
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Crescent Heights
While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.
Stoney
While Stoney may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Landmark Cinemas 16 Country Hills and Deerfoot Mall.
