Futhills Stadium, formerly Burns Stadium, is a popular baseball stadium in Calgary. It is now used primarily for baseball, but was …
Calgary is a dynamic city at the foot of the Canadian Rockies, where modern urbanism coexists with piercing natural beauty. The city is known for its pastoral history and the annual Stampid Festival, as well as its role as hostess of the 1988 Winter Olympics. The atmosphere of Calgary combines the business rhythm of the center, cozy neighborhoods and spacious green areas, which makes it attractive for both short visits and long discoveries.
Among the man-made attractions of Calgary are the Calgary Tower with panoramic views of the city and mountains, the Olympic Square and the facilities of the Olympic Park, where sports events and training are still held. The historic village of Heritage Park and the Gasoline Alley Museum are transported to past eras, and the University of Calgary, McMahon and Futhills Stadiums, as well as various parks and sports complexes show the modern face of the city. You can not miss the famous Calgary Stampid - a bright event with a rodeo and folk festivals.
The natural gems around and inside the city are impressive for their diversity: the Fish Creek Provincial Park is one of the largest urban parks in North America, Knows Hill Park with open views, the picturesque banks of the Bow and Elbow River, Princes Island Park and the cozy beaches of Sandy Beach. Waterton Lakes National Park, Creek Canyon Ice Cave and mountains such as Mount John Laurie are located in the vicinity, and numerous lakes and green valleys invite you to walks, picnics and photo shoots in nature.
On the site you can see all these attractions on an interactive map, quickly find short descriptions and photos, and build a convenient route for one or more days. The map helps visually correlate points of interest, lay pedestrian or car routes and estimate the time of movement between objects. Planning in a couple of clicks will make your acquaintance with the city more thoughtful and rich.
You can explore Calgary on your own, following a pre-designed route and stopping in your favorite places, or choose excursions from local guides that add context and live stories. Guides discover little-known corners, explain historical and natural features, as well as suggest the optimal routes and safety when hiking outside the city. Regardless of the format, walks bring new experiences and insights into the spirit of Calgary.
Come to Calgary to feel the contrast of the city and wildlife, walk along the central streets and secluded trails, see the peaks of the rocky mountains and cozy park corners. Discover the sights, make your itinerary and let the city surprise – let each walk be a source of inspiration and new discoveries.
