Southern Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Banff Gondola showing a small town or village, heritage architecture and château or palace
Drumheller showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Where to stay in Southern Alberta

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Downtown Calgary

4/5(57 area reviews)

TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre 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.

Downtown Calgary
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Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.

Southwest Calgary
Banff showing night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
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Southeast Calgary

4/5(10 area reviews)

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE, Calgary, AB
The price is ฿3,143 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,143
฿3,632 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9,229 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and well appointed. Shower in Platinum king room is amazing. The attached Pacini restaurant has a great wine bar and restaurant. Have not had dinner there, but breakfast quality is very good and service is fast."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel

3 out of 5
1935 McKnight Blvd NE, Calgary, AB
The price is ฿2,790 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,790
฿3,041 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,154 reviews)
"Great hotel if you have kids and love the pool."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport

3 out of 5
3515 - 26 Street NE, Calgary, AB
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,408 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,557 reviews)
"I liked how close it is located to downtown Banff. The spa pool could use a little uofrade, tiles look old, but the scenery from the pool is amazing. Would be nice if they had breakfast at the facility. The condos are comfortable but very basic. Bathroom downstairs in the 2 bedroom loft condos is ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,296 reviews)
"아주 좋은 위치에 있습니다. 걸어서 동네를 전부 다닐 수 있을 정도이고 주변에 식당이나 편의시설이 있습니다. 벤프나 다른 곳으로 가기 위해서 고속도로를 타려면 5분 내로 갈 수 있습니다. 직원들은 친절하며 작은 요청에도 확실하게 해결을 해주려고 노력을 하고 있습니다. 나중에도 꼭 다시 오고 싶어요."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Sundance By Basecamp

Sundance By Basecamp

2.5 out of 5
2 Sundance Rd Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB
Stay at this campsite in Kananaskis. Enjoy free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Bronze Chair Ski Lift and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
"Loved the tee pee . Dark and warm."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Sundance By Basecamp
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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