The ULTIMATE Calgary TRAVEL GUIDE 2024
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- Thank you for watching the ULTIMATE TRAVEL GUIDE to the City of Calgary. This video explores how to get here, how to get around, where to stay, where to eat and what there is to do in this remarkable Canadian City.
Calgary, Canada is one of the greatest Cities to visit in North America - yes, it absolutely is. And I don't say that just because I worked for Tourism Calgary for more than 10 years (perhaps I am a little biased).
The City offers convenient access to Banff and the Canadian rockies yes, and okay, it has the Calgary Stampede and was the host of the 1988 Winter Olympic Gamres, but there is so much more to see in this incredible place.
The top attractions in the City include the Calgary Stampede, Heritage Park, the Calgary Zoo, Telus Spark Science Centre, the Calgary Tower, Stephen Avenue Walk, the Wonderland Sculpture, Fort Calgary and more!
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Calgary, Alberta, is a captivating travel destination that offers a blend of natural beauty, vibrant city life, and unique cultural experiences. Here's a summary of why Calgary stands out as a great place to visit:
First and foremost, Calgary is nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, granting visitors easy access to breathtaking natural landscapes. The nearby Banff National Park is renowned for its stunning mountains, pristine lakes, and abundant wildlife, providing endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to hike, ski, kayak, or simply marvel at the beauty of nature.
Moreover, Calgary embraces its western heritage, making it an ideal destination for those seeking an authentic cowboy experience. The annual Calgary Stampede, often called "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth," is a must-see event that showcases rodeo competitions, chuckwagon races, live music, and a lively carnival atmosphere. Visitors can also explore the Heritage Park Historical Village to step back in time and immerse themselves in the rich history of the region.
Beyond its natural and cultural attractions, Calgary boasts a thriving arts and culinary scene. The city is home to numerous galleries, museums, and theaters, including the renowned Glenbow Museum and the Arts Commons. Food lovers can indulge in a diverse range of cuisines, from local favorites like Alberta beef to international flavors offered by the city's multicultural population.
For sports enthusiasts, Calgary is a haven. The city hosted the Winter Olympics in 1988 and continues to embrace its sporting legacy. Visitors can witness thrilling ice hockey matches featuring the Calgary Flames or catch a Canadian Football League game with the Calgary Stampeders.
Lastly, Calgary's friendly and welcoming atmosphere adds to its charm. The city consistently ranks high in quality of life surveys, showcasing its safe streets, efficient public transportation, and well-maintained infrastructure. The warm hospitality of its residents makes visitors feel right at home, and the city's vibrant festivals and events throughout the year ensure there is always something exciting happening.
In summary, Calgary offers a diverse range of attractions that cater to nature lovers, history buffs, art enthusiasts, sports fans, and food connoisseurs alike. With its stunning natural surroundings, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming atmosphere, Calgary stands out as an exceptional travel destination that has something for everyone.
Wow, I had no idea there was so much to do and see in Calgary! I really enjoyed all of the modern artistic buildings. On the other hand, I can see why many people travel to the Calgary stampede. What a great overview of the city!
Thank you for the comment. Yes, Calgary has grown and is quite the impressive place (and close to the mountains). I hope you have big summer travel plans!
I live in Calgary, and honestly its a pretty nice place (other than the winters). I find that places near the west coast (like Vancouver, Seattle, etc.) have milder winters which I personally enjoy.
Thank you for the comment. Couldn’t agree more. I lived in Calgary for more than 15 years and now live on the west coast (between Vancouver and Seattle). The winters in Calgary nearly killed me.
thank you for the very informative information
Thank YOU very much for the comment.
Thanks for the ideas of what to do in Calgary! We will definitely do some of these!
Thank you for the comment! I hope you have fun in Calgary.
@@traveleaz Thanks 👍 Just did some random errands yesterday downtown, and got dinner. We saw the head statue when we were driving 🙂
TYSM! We are visiting in august and i cant wait to add some of these on our bucket list :)
Thank you very much. I have to say, I think August and September are my favorite months in Calgary (presuming you're not wanting to see the Stampede). Calgary is a little less busy and from memory, the weather a little more consistent that in late June and early July. I hope you have a great time!
Calgary is a very nice city.
It is! Thanks for the comment.
Thank you for the info. We’re going to Calgary in august for 10 days. I’m looking forward to this trip. So many things to see, I had no idea how beautiful the architecture is.
Thank you for the comment! August is a great month in Calgary (best weather). The architecture has certainly improved since I lived there. It’s outstanding. Enjoy your visit.
omg thats very informative, have to visit that places
That's really kind, thank you. I hope you get to experience Calgary and area.
This is the first video I’ve seen on how you BEAUTIFLY described Calgary. Thank you good sir😊
Hi there and thank you very much for the comment. I really appreciate it.
awesome city. thanks
It's pretty cool, yes. Great city (but cold)
Nice to see your video about Calgary and the nearby amazing area. I hope I will be there in the month of November. 😊
Thank you very much for the comment. I'll be in Calgary during November as well. Dress warm!
Great video! The blend of natural beauty, vibrant city life, and unique cultural experiences makes Calgary a fantastic place to call home!
Thank you very much. It's such a great city and I guess that's why it is considered one of the best places to live in the world (just a little cold!).
you're absolutely right! :D@@traveleaz
Wow! So beautiful!
Thank you for a overview!
Hope, I will see Calgary live.
Thank you! The city is so good - I hope you get to see it.
This is an enjoyable, informative tour of Calgary. I have never visited but feel it should be on my list…looks wonderful. Keep up the good work, from a new subscriber 🙏❤️👍
Thank you very much. I really appreciate the kind words and the "subscription." Cheers.
awesome info！👍
Thank you very much.
Informative video. Thank you 😊
Thank you very much, I appreciate that.
Thanks for the great guide!
Thank you very much.
very good video! good info, thank you so much!
Thank you very much. I really appreciate your comment.
Thank you! We will be staying only 1 night
Thank you for the comment. I hope you have some time to see the city - even if it’s only for part of a day.
We are heading back to Calgary, Banff and hoping to take in Jasper this year. Last year we arrived in Banff via the Rocky Mountaineer (Vancouver to Jasper) but couldn't take in Jasper due to the wildfires. Love the area that we are flying into Calgary and renting a car for the week. Anyways I would like to know of a more "Canadian" experience in Food (beside Poutine, Beaver Tail's and Tim Horton). Been to Montréal, Ottawa and Quebec City and had soon very tasty French-Canadian food/dishes. So, we are looking for a food experience with the flare of the Canadian Rocky's.
We did find a restaurant in Banff that had an Elk burger and roof top dinning (the Elk and the Oarsmen's). But we are look for more the pizza, burgers and Starbuck's. If I wanted that, I could have stay home (sarcasm). Open to your suggestions and greatly appreciate the help. Clark C.
Hi there - thank you for the comment. I guess the first thing is - what is really "Canadian" (hopefully not Tim Hortons). There are a couple of restaurants that come to mind - hopefully they are consistent with what you are looking for. One is "Stones Restaurant" at Chiniki Restaurant (south side of Trans Canada Hwy before Canmore and near Kanasaskis turnoff). I ate there years ago so I cannot tell you for certain what it's like now (the original restaurant burned down, I believe). They serve things like Bison, etc. The other restaurant that comes to mind is The Grizzly House (I mention this one in my Banff video). I don't know if this qualifies as uniquely Canadian, but they serve things things like bison, elk, trout (and weird non-Canadian food such as alligator, rattlesnake, ostrich, frogs legs). Here is there website: banffgrizzlyhouse.com/dinner-menu/
@@traveleaz Thank you for your reply. Will keep the above in mind for our fall trip. If you or anyone else think of one, just let me know!
Thank you very much for the presentation. I have a question, I'm interested to visit Calgary from EU next year because I find the city quite interesting, but I am not that much into nature...would it be by any means "strange" if I only come to visit the city itself? If I figured correctly, most visitors only use it as an escape point to Banff. Once again great work :)
Hi there and thank you for the very nice comment. It's not strange to visit Calgary and not go to Banff. I worked at Tourism Calgary for 10 years (many moons ago) and a good portion of people (certainly the minority, but large enough) visited Calgary and had no intention of going to Banff (or just going up for a quick visit). Some love the "urban" landscape and the attractions and "vibe" within a city. Admittedly, many came for the Calgary Stampede too (which is going on right now). There is a lot to do in Calgary and is well worth a visit. If you do come to Calgary, popping up to Banff would be a good idea though! I hope you come and enjoy the area.
@@traveleaz Thanks for the details, I appreciate it and hope I'll enjoy my stay!
You can’t reach Calgary by train. The only passenger railway doesn’t come through. Only goes to Edmonton.
Thank you for this comment. It’s a shame the train doesn’t run to Calgary. I do remember the days when it did - too bad.
timmies is the easiest and most convenient to start your day. lol
Yes agree - I have fallen into the trap too (and I don't even live in Canada).
@@traveleaz hahahaha
Despite its limited showing on this video, the best destination in all of Calgary is by far Heritage Park.
I completely agree!
Is it safe to take the c train at night?
How do you get to Calgary by train?
I don't believe there is regular train service into Calgary - however - I'll check on that and get back to you.
There is unfortunately no inter city train linking Calgary. However, you have tram-train hybrid C Train which run throughout the city itself and some suburban areas. There are two lines as of now.
Pro Tip, never pop into Tim Horton's for anything to eat, their coffee is bad enough.
Haha - yeah, you’re right (but why do I like the Tim Bits?).
Bc they’re small enough not to notice they’re not that good. I’m Canadian, and back in the day - when Tim’s actually made donuts and pies on site fresh, there were great. Now they’re food service trash and living off reputation.
@@shanef6957 I do have to agree - they were better years ago. I don't quite get the hype.
Now that I know Nightmare on Elm Street was a children's therapy group, I can buy a mattress knowing it's from Nordic Track, so YOU can go to sleep.
hmmmm ...?
Don’t forget the 4 different maps you’ll need to navigate all the different zones that’ll have the same address…. Ridiculous
You’re actually totally right and I forgot that. I guess I am too used to it - yes the four zones serve only to complicate - particularly if you’re new to the city.
If you don't have a car, just forget about this city, also if you don't know how to spend thousands dollars in july, just go to Europe.
Thanks for the comment. I think if you’re staying downtown and visiting the stampede and downtown, you don’t need a car. The C-Train takes you through the downtown and to the stampede. It is expensive in July, agreed. Not as expensive as some other tourist areas but still expensive. It’s funny because I avoid Europe in the summer because i think it’s unreasonably expensive.
I took a 💩 on that bridge once 😊
Sometimes not making a comment is the smartest thing to do
You can always visit Tim Hortons…😂
I hate to admit but, yes (still don’t like their coffee though)
true
Calgary is a dystopian hellhole.
Okay ... if this is the case, I have no hope for the likes of Vancouver, Seattle, Toronto etc. I guess the EIU's Global Liveability Index which ranks Calgary the 7th most liveable city in the world, is WAY off.... Are you from Edmonton? Here it is, just in case you have not done your research: www.eiu.com/n/campaigns/global-liveability-index-2023/
Calgary is big in space. TINY in population.
1.336 million! That's not "tiny," right? It is a very large city in "space," you're right.
@@traveleaz
Toronto 2.7 million
New York 8 million
Mexico City 9 million
Shanghai 24 million
Tokyo area almost 40 million.
I stand corrected. Not TINY population. But not big.
True. Not huge - but no Canadian city is. Many would claim Calgary is the perfect size!
@@cristoferchanimak Bigger than your brain.
You call 1.7 million people in metro area with a huge sprawl tiny? What are you smoking?
Mr Bezo should really think a hundred times, before marrying her… Marriage is a lifetime commitment, please don’t be blinded with big fake boobs and big booty. Divorce is expensive 😅
Um, well, I'll be sure to tell Jeff the next time I see him!