Calgary, basecamp to ALBERTA ADVENTUREs

Breathtaking skyline meets majestic Rocky Mountains, offering endless opportunities for exploration in the ‘Ultimate Host City’

Vibrant Scenes

Calgary has gained a reputation as a great city to visit for anyone who loves food and drink.

From food trucks to fine dining, craft breweries to distilleries, Calgary’s vibrant culinary scene puts a premium on fresh farm-to-table products and passionate food artisans.

Visitors looking to explore the city’s food scene can book an Alberta Food Tour – a walking culinary excursion in a cool Calgary neighbourhood.

Urban Nature

Calgary is the sunniest major city in Canada, receiving an average of 2,400 hours of sunshine a year. It is a city that has been designed for outdoor enthusiasts, with over 8,000 hectares of parkland and natural areas. A glacialfed river that runs through the heart of the city is one of the country’s best for trout fishing, while an extensive series of pathways and bikeways are a great way to explore Calgary’s many diverse areas.

Boundless Explorations

Calgary is your basecamp to some of Canada’s best preserved cultural and natural heritage sites. From the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks to the west to Dinosaur Provincial Park to the east to Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park and Writingon-Stone Provincial Park to the south, the majority of Alberta’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites lie close to Calgary and make for easy excursions.

Immersive Experiences

Dive into history, escape into a performance or be carried away by music. Discover Indigenous experiences in the city; visit Studio Bell, home of Canada’s National Music Centre; go back in time at Heritage Park, Canada’s largest living historical museum; or take a walking art tour to see over 100 pieces of public art. Calgary’s eclectic arts and cultural communities will expand your mind and your heart.

Unique Neighborhoods

From the shops and restaurants of 17th Avenue to the live music venues of Inglewood to Kensington, one of the city’s most walkable neighbourhoods, there is no better way to discover some of Calgary’s many sides than to explore on foot. Wander the best neighbourhoods in the city, meet the locals, and get an insider’s view into what makes Calgary such a vibrant place.

Festivals and Events

Calgary hosts over 80 festivals and events throughout the year. The Calgary Stampede is home to the world’s largest outdoor rodeo while Globalfest celebrates Calgary’s multicultural communities. Top horsejumping competitions are held at Spruce Meadows in the summer. See two million holiday lights at Zoolights, and don’t miss winter’s Chinook Blast, which showcases art, music, theatre, sports and recreation.