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

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.

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

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

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

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

Activities

Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

AU$99
per adult
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour
Lake Louise

Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour

AU$99
per adult
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Half Day Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake Tour

Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon

AU$534
per adult
Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
Emerald Lake

Lake Full Day Tour-Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon

AU$534
per adult
Lake Full Day Tour-Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
Picture 2 for Activity From Banff/Canmore: Banff National Park Guided Day Tour

From Banff/Canmore: Banff National Park Guided Day Tour

AU$277
per adult
From Banff/Canmore: Banff National Park Guided Day Tour
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield

AU$592
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield
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Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest

2 out of 5
2363 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$108 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$108
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Calgary. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Stampede Park and Calgary Zoo are located ...
4.6/10 (586 reviews)
"The outside to inside doors didn’t lock. There was no cold water in the sink."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
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$195 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$195
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,176 reviews)
"Great price! Pool was abit small and the gym lacked amenities but everything else was top shelf!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites University

Comfort Inn & Suites University

2.5 out of 5
2369 Banff Trail, N.W., Calgary, AB
The price is AU$144 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$144
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,040 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 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$194 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$194
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,331 reviews)
"Everything was good, they only need to add one more pan cake machine. The waiting and queue was long. Apart from this the rest was perfect."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest

2.5 out of 5
2231 Banff Trail N.W., Calgary, AB
The price is AU$154 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$154
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,272 reviews)
"under renovation"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Aloft Calgary University

Aloft Calgary University

3 out of 5
2359 Banff Trail Nw, Calgary, AB
The price is AU$185 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$185
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Calgary. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The property is very clean and well maintained. My room was clean and had a very modern astetic. Bed itself was very comfortable and smelled fresh. Bathroom area was also really clean and the toiletries supplied were of above average quality. Issues I had with the room were mainly tied to the layout, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Aloft Calgary University
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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.

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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Bowness

Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Bowness
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Downtown West End

While you're in Downtown West End, take in top sights like TELUS Spark and jump on the metro at Downtown West-Kerby Station to see more of the city.

Downtown West End
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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 Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary

University District Travel Guide

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