The biggest city in Alberta, Calgary combines the fast pace and excitement of an urban paradise with the charm of the old west.

Calgary is also less than an hour's drive to the world famous natural tourist destination, Banff National Park. There are a number of world class ski resorts within 200 kilometres of Calgary, including Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort.

For those who prefer watching sports to playing them, Calgary is home to a variety of different professional sports franchises including hockey, football, baseball and even lacrosse.

For those who just want to spend time in an exciting city, Calgary is the place. The downtown area thrives with exciting night life and scrumptious dining. Party on the Red Mile, which features blocks of clubs and restaurants that can satisfy any craving and shoppers won't get bored in any part of this city.

In the summer Calgary jumps to life for 10 days as it hosts the Greatest Show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede.

Calgary is also WestJet's home with direct flights to many of WestJet's destinations.

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Welcome to Calgary!

Urban sophistication and warm western hospitality uniquely mingle in this growing, world-class destination. Whether you’re looking for a cosmopolitan or outdoor adventure, a fun-filled city getaway or a one-stop vacation experience to the Canadian Rocky Mountains, you’ll find it all in Calgary. Create experiences you’ll always remember in a city you’ll never forget when you visit Calgary – a destination where big-city energy meets traditional western values. Explore Tourism Calgary for things to do and places to go. Your authentic Calgary experience starts here.

Alberta Hotels

Visitors can find a full range of accommodations in Alberta, from budget lodgings, hostels and campsites to bed-and-breakfasts and world-famous deluxe hotels and resorts. The best hotels are not evenly distributed through the province—in some locations, considerably less-than-deluxe quarters are all that's available.We recommend at least a night's stay in one of the grand lodges built by the Canadian Pacific Railway—all make the most of their mountain lakeside settings. These historic hotels are extremely popular, so make reservations well in advance of your travel dates—a year in advance isn't a bad idea. Other hotels in the mountains should be booked ahead if you're traveling in the peak summer months, and the same is true if you plan to see the Calgary Stampede in July.

You can also bed down on a working ranch, where guests stay with their hosts in traditional ranch homes, or at one of the resort-style ranches, which offer individual cabins and planned activities (rodeos, trail rides, campfires). Some offer horseback-riding lessons, overnight horseback trips or a chance to go on a cattle drive, all for an additional fee.

There are also some spectacular backcountry lodges that are rustic and historic and serve terrific food in pristine locations. A few remote lodges are accessed on foot or even by helicopter. Some Native American tour operators offer the opportunity to spend the night in a tepee. Renting a camper has become increasingly popular in recent years and is an excellent way to explore the parks.

Nestled in the foothills of the stunning Rocky Mountains, Calgary is known for its energy as much as for its energy sector. A vibrant blend of cowboy culture and booming economy, the city numbers a million residents. Beyond the sparkling skyscrapers of downtown, visitors find easy access to the Rockies, Banff National Park, and a lifestyle which celebrates nature whether you choose to hike, bike, drive – or see it from horseback!

Calgary travel guide