No trip to Calgary is complete without a visit to Banff National Park. A trip to this part of the world would be worth every penny, but you only have to travel and hour and a half! The town of Banff is the gateway to the Rockies, an unrelenting 6,641 km2 of absolutely pristine, rugged wilderness. Banff National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Canada’s very first National Park.
Most people think of south for a good rodeo. Perhaps the rolling hills of Montana or Wyoming, or better yet, the ten gallon hat capital of the world, Texas. But the ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’ happens right here in the modest city of Calgary.The Calgary Stampede happens every July and is well worth planning your visit around this time.
One of the best ways to orient yourself around any city is to get above it all and the Calgary Tower, some 1228 meters above sea level gives you a 360 view of the city. The 62 second trip from the bottom takes you to the first observation deck where you.And once your breath has been completely stolen, head to the second observation deck and enjoy a cocktail, some appetizers and the best view in town.
Will take you on a journey through the heart of Africa with Hippos, Mountain Gorillas, Giraffes and anything else you might find on the Serengeti. Come get a feel for Canada’s wilderness and watch playful grizzlies and mischievous mountain goats. There are more than 1000 animals, along with botanical gardens, a butterfly conservatory, and Centre for Conservation and Research.If you have little ones along, this is one of the most entertaining things to do in Calgary.
With a balance of urban and mountain adventures to embark on, there is never a bad time to visit Calgary. The winter months offer great local skiing and lower room rates. In the fall, you will enjoy moderate temperatures and beautiful scenery as the leaves turn to auburn.
The largest city in the western Canadian province of Alberta and the largest metro area of the three Prairie Provinces.Calgary is situated at the confluence of the Bow River and the Elbow River in the south of the province, in the
transitional area between the Rocky Mountain Foothills and the Canadian Prairies, about 80 km (50 mi) east of the front
ranges of the Canadian Rockies, roughly 299 km (186 mi) south of the provincial capital of Edmonton and approximately
240 km (150 mi) north of the Canada - United States border.
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