University District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Calgary Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Calgary Zoo during your travels in Calgary? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
Top hotels in University District
Alt Hotel Calgary University District
Clean rooms great restaurant
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Calgary- University Northwest
They are renovating and the only view out your window is a tarp
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn
This hotel is a favourite with school age sports teams because of the pool and hot tub. But the rooms are all located around an atrium where the pool is. So, it cab get VERY noisy when teams are playing in the pool. The restaurant and bar are also in the atrium, so the whole experience is not very ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
Always a nice place to stay while visiting Calgary. Nice rooms with a great Free Breakfast. Close to the Mountains. Underground parking is really nice 😊
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites University
Cheap and cheerful place to stay. I docked a star for the bed which was not very pillowy. And the outside door was very hard to lock due to winter shift. They had put laminate flooring in the whole room which is smart for a room that opens to outside. Much easier to clean. Has a kitchenette that ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites University
Pool was fun! Breakfast was great. Staff was lovely
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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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, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Nellie McClung House are top sights worth seeing.
