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June 29, 2015 By Brooke 8 Comments

Visit Calgary- My Must See list

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I am Canadian and I love this country I call home. I was born and raised in Calgary but moved to the U.S. for university. Having spent many holidays there visiting family, I have learned to love both places for what makes them unique. After moving back home I have come to appreciate the special things that Canada has to offer that you can’t find anywhere else. I love to bring friends and family who are visiting to all of my favorite spots. There are just some things that make Canada special, and these places have become a must see for anyone who hasn’t been lucky enough to visit.

Visit Calgary- My Must See list

My family (before the twins) overlooking downtown Calgary

For the first-time visitor to Calgary, here is my must-see list:

  1. Day Trip – Spend at least a day in Banff National Park. Its about an hour and a half drive from Calgary, and there are so many sights to see. Check out Lake Louise, the ice fields, Morraine Lake, Johnson Canyon. Shop the main drive in Banff, Banff Avenue. Explore the Banff Springs Hotel and experience the beautiful architecture and furniture.  Stop for a soak in the hot springs.
  2. Food – Eat at Peters Drive-In — a Calgary staple. The burgers and fries are great, but  the milkshakes are even better. You can combine up to 3 flavors and my favorite is the double mint root beer. It sounds crazy, but it’s yummy. For sit down restaurants try Earls, Rouge, Naina’s Kitchen, or the Calgary Farmers Market.
  3. Shopping – Shop the community of Inglewood. It has many boutiques specializing in  clothing, home décor, and gifts, which are great for window-shopping, or for sourcing a one-of-a-kind souvenir. Experience the many one of a kind restaurants to try out. Also worth checking out is Stephen Avenue downtown, Kensington Village, or Chinook Center
  4. Explore downtown – Calgary is home to some amazing tall towers mixed with some interesting and interactive art. Check out Wonderland at the Bow Tower, The Peace Bridge, and the Chinook Arc for the those interested in a great photo opportunity.

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  5. Sports – The Canada Olympic Park (COP) – facilities offer a bobsleigh track and the worlds longest luge course as well as a lesson in Olympic history. The Saddle Dome is a must for hockey fans, Spruce Meadows will delight for horse fans, and the Olympic Oval speed skating track is also an interesting sight
  6. 122Attractions – The Calgary Tower offers panoramic views of the city. Telus Spark Science Center, the Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park, and Calaway Park are places the entire family will enjoy.

 

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Calgary- My Must See list

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  1. Laura Cyra says

    June 29, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    I love Calgary and area, it is a four-hour drive from us but going through the National Park is pretty memorable. I’ve never heard of Peters Drive-In it is on my MUST Do list for next time we’re in Calgary! Now I want to go back soon! Thanks for sharing your tips 🙂

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  2. paula schuck says

    June 29, 2015 at 7:07 pm

    I love your picture! You have such a photogenic family! I will keep this list for the next time I visit (when it’s not business related.)

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  3. Kyla says

    June 30, 2015 at 8:55 pm

    I have to take the kids to the Spark Ccentre. But we also love the Tower!!!

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  4. Jody Robbins says

    July 3, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    Some great suggestions. I’d recommend the Calgary Science Centre for families and cruising along the river pathways (you can rent bikes downtown at BikeBike). For a true taste of Calgary and our western roots, I’d recommend the River Cafe on Prince’s Island Park and Cleaver (you can order a pig’s head!) For adventurous fusion fans, Anju is the way to go.

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  5. Heather says

    July 4, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    we have yet to go up the Calgary tower! Crazy eh?!

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  6. Alicia says

    July 10, 2015 at 7:45 am

    I’ve never been to Calgary and always wanted to go! My kids would love the zoo 🙂

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    • Brooke says

      July 11, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      We need to fix that! You and your kids need to come visit!

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  7. Katie says

    April 26, 2017 at 10:41 am

    You’re recommending Earls? A chain restaurant found in many cities? And shopping at Chinook Centre? Sure it’s a nice mall and has really grown up since I was a kid, it it’s just an ordinary suburban mall, like hundreds of others in every city in North America.
    I do however have to agree about the mint root beer shakes! Best flavour combo ever!!

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