University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Calgary/Banff to Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
From Banff/Canmore: Banff National Park Guided Day Tour
Lake Full Day Tour-Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon
/Banff/Canmore/Calgary: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
Metro Inn Calgary Northwest
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Aloft Calgary University
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Calgary
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.
Downtown Calgary
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.