Southwest Calgary Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Military Museums
Step inside the wheelhouse of a replica World War II ship, see a piece of the Red Baron’s plane and explore military history from 1885 to the present.
Things to do
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
Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Lake Louise, Moraine/Bow, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff
Top hotels in Southwest Calgary
Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre
Great hotel, one of the best
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Amenida Residences
Room was not spotless. Probably, it was expected because it's pet friendly. Rating as a whole was good.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary South
Clean room, great staff, and nice breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Grey Eagle Resort
Worth every cent! Amazing room and great service. Can’t wait for next visit.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Macleod Trail Calgary
Felt like home. Comfy
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Calgary South
Friendly welcoming staff. Smooth check in. Clean room with all amenities. Walking distance to restaurants, Chinook mall and the C-Train. I will definitely stay again when back in town for work.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Calgary
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital 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 Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Elbow River Casino 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 sporting events, 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.
