GUIDE TO CALGARY
PLACES TO EAT
This is a full guide of restaurants that are highly recommended in the downtown core of Calgary. I hope this helps you during your stay and provides a more fulfilling (YES by filling your stomach!) experience.
"High quality food, large portions and very friendly service! A must visit here to dine in or take out."
19 residents recomanen
Grumans Catering and Delicatessen
2288 11 Ave SE"High quality food, large portions and very friendly service! A must visit here to dine in or take out."
"If you love sheesha, good food and great people this is the place to be!"
7 residents recomanen
Lounge Eighteen
1005 17 Ave SW"If you love sheesha, good food and great people this is the place to be!"
"If you like sushi and do not want to travel far this will be a must visit! It is located in the main floor of Keynote 2 for your convenience."
6 residents recomanen
Haru Sushi & Grill
227 11 Ave SE"If you like sushi and do not want to travel far this will be a must visit! It is located in the main floor of Keynote 2 for your convenience."
"This is a great spot if you are looking for a romantic night out or even celebrating with friends! Very professional service and tasteful atmosphere."
30 residents recomanen
Teatro Ristorante
200 8 Ave SE"This is a great spot if you are looking for a romantic night out or even celebrating with friends! Very professional service and tasteful atmosphere."
"Definitely worth the wait in line, do not let the flock of people outside deter you! So many creative flavors and great staff! Awesome mix of dairy and non dairy items, there is something for everyone! Will definitely be back!"
69 residents recomanen
Morgan's Pub on Seventeenth
1324 17 Ave SW"Definitely worth the wait in line, do not let the flock of people outside deter you! So many creative flavors and great staff! Awesome mix of dairy and non dairy items, there is something for everyone! Will definitely be back!"
"Upscale option for modern takes on Mexican street eats, plus unique cocktails & a late-night menu."
101 residents recomanen
Native Tongues Taqueria
235 12 Ave SW"Upscale option for modern takes on Mexican street eats, plus unique cocktails & a late-night menu."
"Dim the lights and have yourself the BEST steak in Calgary! Highly recommend for a night out with friends/family or couples."
44 residents recomanen
Vintage Chophouse and Tavern
320 11 Avenue Southwest"Dim the lights and have yourself the BEST steak in Calgary! Highly recommend for a night out with friends/family or couples."
"Awesome sushi, great atmosphere and decor, super friendly and quick service!"
6 residents recomanen
Sukiyaki House
207 9 Ave SW"Awesome sushi, great atmosphere and decor, super friendly and quick service!"
"Enjoy a nice day on Prince's Island Park and venture to Joey Eau Claire for some delicious food and drinks!"
18 residents recomanen
JOEY Eau Claire
208 Barclay Parade Southwest"Enjoy a nice day on Prince's Island Park and venture to Joey Eau Claire for some delicious food and drinks!"
"One of the more highly regarded restaurants in the city, you will almost certainly need a reservation a day in advance. Food is excellent, on the more expensive side certainly but it's not obscene."
79 residents recomanen
Ten Foot Henry
1209 1 St SW"One of the more highly regarded restaurants in the city, you will almost certainly need a reservation a day in advance. Food is excellent, on the more expensive side certainly but it's not obscene."
"Delicious breakfast and lunch menus! Very quiet and relaxed environment"
43 residents recomanen
Red's Diner
1415 4 St SW"Delicious breakfast and lunch menus! Very quiet and relaxed environment"
"The BEST breakfast I have ever had, period. The Hashbrowns are absolutely unforgettable. Great spot!"
34 residents recomanen
The Beltliner
243 12 Ave SW"The BEST breakfast I have ever had, period. The Hashbrowns are absolutely unforgettable. Great spot!"
"That's right! It's burger BACKWARDS! Well put together and tasting burgers. But wait till you see and taste the milkshakes. This will be a place you won't forget."
15 residents recomanen
REGRUB - Beltline
625 11 Ave SW"That's right! It's burger BACKWARDS! Well put together and tasting burgers. But wait till you see and taste the milkshakes. This will be a place you won't forget."
"This place has been a favorite for me for the last 5 years! Tasty breakfast and lunch menu offered. Provides an excellent spot for business meetings or just hanging out with friends."
27 residents recomanen
Holy Grill
827 10 Ave SW"This place has been a favorite for me for the last 5 years! Tasty breakfast and lunch menu offered. Provides an excellent spot for business meetings or just hanging out with friends."
PLACES TO SHOP
These are the major shopping centers located in Calgary. They are all a must see. If you are an outlet mall shopper looking for deals be sure not to miss out on the themed Cross Iron Mills!
"Great location and amazing place with variety of stores and food options! High end stores and within walking distance from our stays. Also accessible from city C-train transit. Do not miss out on experiencing the Devonian Garden's which are located on the top floor of the CORE shopping center."
310 residents recomanen
Core Shopping
324 8 Ave SW"Great location and amazing place with variety of stores and food options! High end stores and within walking distance from our stays. Also accessible from city C-train transit. Do not miss out on experiencing the Devonian Garden's which are located on the top floor of the CORE shopping center."
"Chinook Centre is the largest shopping mall in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is located near the geographic centre of the city on Macleod Trail, north of Glenmore Trail about 5 km south of downtown, and three blocks west of the Chinook C-Train station. Great variety of stores and restaurants. There is also the Chinook Cinemas if you are looking for a night out to catch some screen time!"
175 residents recomanen
CF Chinook Centre
6455 Macleod Trail"Chinook Centre is the largest shopping mall in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is located near the geographic centre of the city on Macleod Trail, north of Glenmore Trail about 5 km south of downtown, and three blocks west of the Chinook C-Train station. Great variety of stores and restaurants. There is also the Chinook Cinemas if you are looking for a night out to catch some screen time!"
"This is the ULTIMATE OUTLET MALL. One of the largest shopping centers in Western Canada. It has everything you need in an outlet mall including a cinema, themed experiences. Get ready to do some walking because this will take you a half a day to venture. It is located about 25 minutes from the Calgary city CORE just past the airport."
307 residents recomanen
CrossIron Mills
261055 Crossiron Blvd"This is the ULTIMATE OUTLET MALL. One of the largest shopping centers in Western Canada. It has everything you need in an outlet mall including a cinema, themed experiences. Get ready to do some walking because this will take you a half a day to venture. It is located about 25 minutes from the Calgary city CORE just past the airport."
PLACES TO SEE
Calgary has some of the nicest park a city has to offer. If you have a bike or enjoy running you can really see a lot that Calgary's nature has to offer.
"Prince's Island has stunning views of the heart of Calgary. It provides a great escape from the busy streets. This is a must visit during the spring, summer and fall!"
419 residents recomanen
Prince's Island Park
698 Eau Claire Ave SW"Prince's Island has stunning views of the heart of Calgary. It provides a great escape from the busy streets. This is a must visit during the spring, summer and fall!"
"Home of the Historic Calgary Library! Excellent place to relax, take a load off and enjoy the scenery."
12 residents recomanen
Memorial Park Library
1221 2 St SW"Home of the Historic Calgary Library! Excellent place to relax, take a load off and enjoy the scenery."
"Nose Hill Park is the fourth largest urban park in Canada, and one of the largest urban parks in North America. It is great for biking, walking or running. Provides a great escape if you are looking to get out of the downtown core."
189 residents recomanen
Nose Hill Park
6465 14 St NW"Nose Hill Park is the fourth largest urban park in Canada, and one of the largest urban parks in North America. It is great for biking, walking or running. Provides a great escape if you are looking to get out of the downtown core."
"Stunning river and skyline views. If you are feeling adventurous you can ride a bike along the river (About 2 km) from the downtown core to enjoy some peace and quiet in Edworthy Park!"
81 residents recomanen
Edworthy Park
5050 Spruce Dr SW"Stunning river and skyline views. If you are feeling adventurous you can ride a bike along the river (About 2 km) from the downtown core to enjoy some peace and quiet in Edworthy Park!"
"Calgary Zoo is a MUST DO if you are travelling through Calgary in the Spring/Summer/Fall. You can spend the entire day here exploring and seeing expotic animals like Panda's, Lions, Diraffes you name it! It is located along the river off the C-train transit and and is close to the downtown CORE. NO EXCUSES get down here and check it out!"
745 residents recomanen
Zoo de Calgary
"Calgary Zoo is a MUST DO if you are travelling through Calgary in the Spring/Summer/Fall. You can spend the entire day here exploring and seeing expotic animals like Panda's, Lions, Diraffes you name it! It is located along the river off the C-train transit and and is close to the downtown CORE. NO EXCUSES get down here and check it out!"
NEIGHBOURHOODS
These areas are home to some of the best local shops, restaurants and bars. If you are here in the summer months enjoys a cold beverage on the patios!
"This is the infamous "Stephen Ave" located in the core of downtown. This avenue serves as a great place to grab a bite to eat, experience local culture in the spring-fall months, and you can also enjoy a late night out with friends/family at many of the most popular Calgary bars/clubs."
21 residents recomanen
8 Avenue Southwest
8 Avenue Southwest"This is the infamous "Stephen Ave" located in the core of downtown. This avenue serves as a great place to grab a bite to eat, experience local culture in the spring-fall months, and you can also enjoy a late night out with friends/family at many of the most popular Calgary bars/clubs."
This is a HOT spot in Calgary. All of my favorite local bars, restaurants and shops can be found here! Connected to the stampede grounds and runs to 14th St. SW you will have a day full of fun with friends and family. This is often referred to as the RED MILE when the Calgary Flames are playing!
60 residents recomanen
17 Avenue Southwest
17 Avenue SouthwestThis is a HOT spot in Calgary. All of my favorite local bars, restaurants and shops can be found here! Connected to the stampede grounds and runs to 14th St. SW you will have a day full of fun with friends and family. This is often referred to as the RED MILE when the Calgary Flames are playing!
EVENT CENTERS
Be sure to check out the schedule of events at each of these! Maybe you want to attend a hockey game, concert, car show or see a keynote speaker! These are some hot spots.
Calgary's LARGEST convention center hosting anything from car shows, RV shows, boat shows, business conventions you name it! It is located in Stampede Park with connection to the city transit C-train.
31 residents recomanen
BMO Centre
20 Roundup Way SECalgary's LARGEST convention center hosting anything from car shows, RV shows, boat shows, business conventions you name it! It is located in Stampede Park with connection to the city transit C-train.
"The Saddledome is HOME OF THE CALGARY FLAMES! This place is on FIRE when the Flames are playing. Be sure to check a game out! The Saddledome is also host to many other sports, musicians and performers!"
231 residents recomanen
Scotiabank Saddledome
555 Saddledome Rise Southeast"The Saddledome is HOME OF THE CALGARY FLAMES! This place is on FIRE when the Flames are playing. Be sure to check a game out! The Saddledome is also host to many other sports, musicians and performers!"
"Calgary TELUS Convention Centre is a convention centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada that was completed in 1974. The facility offers 122,000 square feet of convention space, over 47,000 square feet of exhibit space, five pre-function areas and 36 meeting rooms."
20 residents recomanen
Telus Convention Centre
"Calgary TELUS Convention Centre is a convention centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada that was completed in 1974. The facility offers 122,000 square feet of convention space, over 47,000 square feet of exhibit space, five pre-function areas and 36 meeting rooms."
MUISC & ART
Calgary is home to some very architechural music and art centers! Here are a few for you to check out. Maybe you can even catch a show while you are in town.
"Exhibits on Canadian music history, hands-on instrument areas & concerts in a contemporary setting. The architecture of this building alone is stunning and worth a tour!"
261 residents recomanen
Studio Bell, llar del National Music Centre
850 4 St SE"Exhibits on Canadian music history, hands-on instrument areas & concerts in a contemporary setting. The architecture of this building alone is stunning and worth a tour!"
"Arts Commons is a multi-venue arts centre in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada, located in the Olympic Plaza Cultural District."
92 residents recomanen
Arts Commons
205 8 Ave SE"Arts Commons is a multi-venue arts centre in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada, located in the Olympic Plaza Cultural District."
"The Jubilee Auditorium is an events center for musicians, community events, plays and keynote speakers!"
55 residents recomanen
Auditori Jubilee del Sud d'Alberta
1415 14 Ave NW"The Jubilee Auditorium is an events center for musicians, community events, plays and keynote speakers!"
MISC
These are some more great spots to check out in Calgary! I have personally experienced each and every one of these spots and enjoyed them. There are parks, science centers, libraries etc.
"Referred to as the "Memorial Stairs". Looking for a challenge!? Climb these stairs and you will know how in shape you are. This is a very rewarding exercise. Once you reach the top you will have a beautiful view of the Bow River and Calgary's skyline!"
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200 Memorial Dr NW"Referred to as the "Memorial Stairs". Looking for a challenge!? Climb these stairs and you will know how in shape you are. This is a very rewarding exercise. Once you reach the top you will have a beautiful view of the Bow River and Calgary's skyline!"
"Grassy greenway along the Elbow River, featuring paved paths for walking, cycling & running. Also enjoy stunning views of the downtown skyline during the day and night."
11 residents recomanen
ENMAX Park
"Grassy greenway along the Elbow River, featuring paved paths for walking, cycling & running. Also enjoy stunning views of the downtown skyline during the day and night."
"Wooden fort, built in 1875 by the North West Mounted Police, with history displays & offering tours."
42 residents recomanen
Fort Calgary National Historic Site
"Wooden fort, built in 1875 by the North West Mounted Police, with history displays & offering tours."
"Telus Spark is a science museum with interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations and educational demonstrations"
362 residents recomanen
TELUS Spark
"Telus Spark is a science museum with interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations and educational demonstrations"
"A must see even if you are not into reading books! The stunning architecture is sure to wow you!"
148 residents recomanen
Central Library
800 3 St SE"A must see even if you are not into reading books! The stunning architecture is sure to wow you!"