Southern Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site which includes industrial elements, signage and tranquil scenes
Banff Gondola showing a small town or village, heritage architecture and château or palace
Drumheller showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Where to stay in Southern Alberta

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Downtown Calgary

4/5(57 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Calgary
Banff showing night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

If you're spending some time in Downtown District, Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown District
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Southwest Calgary

Southwest Calgary is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Heritage Park Historical Village.

Southwest Calgary
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Southeast Calgary

4/5(10 area reviews)

While you're in Southeast Calgary, take in top sights like Deerfoot Casino or Eaglequest Douglasdale Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(4 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
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Uptown District

While Uptown District isn't home to many top sights, Tunnel Mountain and Victoria Glacier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Uptown District
Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3.5 out of 5
700 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,566 reviews)
3 night stay in November: Resort was clean and quiet. Staff were friendly. The in room wood burning fire place in the premium suite was to die for. My only complaint was that the room was not cleaned one of the days. The beds were made but nothing else touched. Over all, this resort exceeded my expectations ...

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Buffalo Mountain Lodge
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE

4 out of 5
123 Freeport Blvd NE Calgary AB
The price is ₹7,258 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
₹7,258
₹8,449 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calgary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10,117 reviews)
Included breakfast was very good.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
1029 Banff Ave Banff AB
The price is ₹9,041 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
₹9,041
₹10,051 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,646 reviews)
It was very I love the mountain views would go back again

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
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.
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way Banff AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,746 reviews)
The overall property is great and the view is amazing

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets

3 out of 5
525 Tunnel Mountain Road Banff AB
Stay at this ski condo in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,887 reviews)
Rustic and just the way we remember it. Been years but a great weekend for the family.

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Douglas Fir Resort and Chalets
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail Canmore AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,376 reviews)
Absolutely amazing service and space. Will definitely visit again and recommend to friends and family!

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
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.

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