Valley Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Valley Ridge
Popular places to visit
Calgary Zoo
Explore the botanical gardens to see a diverse array of exotic animals and view re-creations of interesting habitats from Africa to South America.
Canada Olympic Park
Originally opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this fantastic attraction is now open to the public and boasts an impressive range of winter sport activities.
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 entertainment choices.
Calgary Tower
With an outstanding view over the city landscape, this iconic landmark is a great way to view all of the sites from the comfort of one observation point.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Our pick of the best Valley Ridge Hotel Deals
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre
Royal Hotel Calgary, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Other neighbourhoods around Valley Ridge
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
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.
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.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Market Mall and Bow River are top sights worth seeing.
- Calgary Zoo
- Stampede Park
- Canada Olympic Park
- Chinook Centre
- Scotiabank Saddledome
- Cross Iron Mills Mall
- Calgary Tower
- Calaway Park
- Foothills Medical Centre
- Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
- McMahon Stadium
- Sunridge Mall
- Heritage Park Historical Village
- WinSport
- Bow River
- Rockyview General Hospital
- Peace Bridge