Downtown West End Travel Guide
Calgary
Visit Downtown West End
Popular places to visit
TELUS Spark
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at TELUS Spark in Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown West End
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Calgary by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Nice large clean rooms and great food at restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Beautifully clean and gorgeous smelling hotel. Definitely recommend it!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
All good
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Bianca from this location made my pet and i’s trip a memorable one. She was kind and pleasant to deal with. I didn’t know realize at the time of booking that their pet policy only permitted small dogs but they made an exception for my pet.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
The staff was very good including the guys in the lounge. I have a question which im not sure u can answer for me. I forgot to get the info from the hotel for our shuttle return from the airport and i need a number to text them and need to know where to get picked up?????
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West End
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede 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.
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
