University District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

University District

Popular places to visit

McMahon Stadium

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.

McMahon Stadium

University of Calgary

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of University of Calgary, a top university in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

University of Calgary

Alberta Children's Hospital

If Alberta Children's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Calgary.

Alberta Children's Hospital

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.

Olympic Oval

Trans Canada Pipeline Arch

Find out about the history of Calgary with a stop at Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Trans Canada Pipeline Arch

Foothills Athletic Park

Catch an event at Foothills Athletic Park during your trip to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.

Foothills Athletic Park

Activities

From Calgary: Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Trip

Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake

AU$120
per adult
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff

Lake Louise & Marble Canyon Tour from Calgary/Banff/Canmore

AU$110
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise & Marble Canyon Tour from Calgary/Banff/Canmore
Calgary: Banff Gondola/Upper Hot Springs, Johnston Canyon

Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

AU$100
per adult
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Spectacular Banff Day - Gondola Included

Spectacular Banff Day - Gondola Included

AU$194
per adult
Spectacular Banff Day - Gondola Included
Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Lake Louise Moraine Emerald Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

AU$128
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise Moraine Emerald Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Banff Town

Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Hot Springs, Minnewanka

AU$117
per adult
Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Hot Springs, Minnewanka
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Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
2.5 out of 5
2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$160 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,063 reviews)
Good family hotel
"We had a great time in this total while doing small repairs in our house. Very nice and recommended for family stays."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
3.5 out of 5
482 McLaurin Street Northwest, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$172 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (652 reviews)
"Excellent property and very clean stay."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Comfort Inn & Suites University
2.5 out of 5
2369 Banff Trail, N.W., Calgary, AB
The price is AU$93 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$93
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"the older reception lady is nice and welcoming every time I've stayed here. the room and the hotel itself is definitely worth what you pay for, the breakfast is okay but again for the price you pay its really good. the distance to the university is also really nice and quick. overall its worth ..."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites University
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
3 out of 5
1804 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$150 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,321 reviews)
"We enjoyed everything but felt very exposed in the pool as its open concept ."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
2 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$96 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified motel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Accessible to Banff trail, reasonable price and friendly staffs"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
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 AU$136 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free parking, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,806 reviews)
"Love love love the pool w slides n has pool in basement love that idea to get away from noise n kids of the water park if u want but also loved loved the water park. Rooms seem older decode not my style so doesn’t feel newer or renovated and buffet was ok not that great to be honest! But loved the ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

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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.

Banff Trail
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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.

Kensington
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Eau Claire

If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.

Eau Claire
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(3 area reviews)

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

Northwest Calgary
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Crescent Heights

While visiting Crescent Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Centre Street Bridge.

Crescent Heights
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Downtown Calgary

4/5(28 area reviews)

Scotiabank Saddledome and TD Square 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

University District Travel Guide

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