Evanston Travel Guide
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
You can take time to visit Stampede Park during your travels to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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 Evanston
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
A hotel with everything you need!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Amazing place
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Nice staff great room!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Always top notch, great for families with young kids.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Everything was great! Our room was modern and clean, the staff were extremely courteous, the breakfast buffet had some good options and the shuttle service was superb! We fly into YYC often, so this the hotel we will definitely return to :)
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Very comfortable stay, wonderful restaurant with great food and service, had dinner and complimentary breakfast—-superb!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Evanston
Stoney
While Stoney may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Speeders Indoor Prokarts and Deerfoot Mall.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Crowchild Twin Arena or Market Mall 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.
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.
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
