Rocky Mountains Things to Do

Calgary's large and thoughtfully designed zoo resides on St. George's Island in the Bow River. The Calgary Zoo comes as close to providing natural habitats for its denizens as is technically possible. You'll particularly... more

Unspoiled park and grassland line the south side of Calgary's Glenmore Reservoir. A walking and cycling path runs along the bluff above the shoreline as part of a 16 kilometre circuit around the north and south park. Tennis cou... more

33rd and 34th Avenues Southwest in the Marda Loop neighbourhood of Calgary are the most popular streets among families and locals of the city. This is not surprising considering that many world famous street parties and carniva... more

Whether your idea of outdoor adventure is a multi-day mountain expedition or an afternoon of in-line skating, the Outdoor Program Centre at the University of Calgary will have you outfitted. The centre offers everything from hi... more

This science and technology learning center attracts many visitors for its notable Discovery Dome Theatre, a huge dome screen equipped with digital sound. There is a series of exhibitions for children, with plenty of hands-on l... more

On any mild winter day, the frozen lagoon in this park is filled with skaters. An open expanse of ice with smaller tributaries that wind off out of view, the man-made lagoon is great for youngsters just learning to skate or for... more

The stunningly peaceful Confederation Park is one of the city's most beautiful green spaces. Large shade trees tower over a slow moving stream and pathways cross over arched bridges and along the foot of a dozen rolling hills.... more

Seating over 17,000, Calgary's Pengrowth Saddledome has a bit of something for everyone from professional hockey to concerts, rodeos, circuses, conventions and more. For business or pleasure, take in a game luxuriously in the S... more

With the plethora of restaurants, cafes and boutiques, Fourth Street is one of Calgary's most popular downtown promenades. Public artwork along the road make a walk along Fourth an even more enjoyable experience. Ten art pieces... more

Gainsborough Galleries stocks a lot of artwork that is representational of Alberta and the Prairies. While the works offered are definitely not cheap, the high caliber makes them likely to become treasured heirlooms. They carry... more