Guidebook for Calgary

Lauren And Jeff
Lauren And Jeff
Guidebook for Calgary

Essentials

This farmer's market is only a 5 minute walk from our home, and is open Friday - Sunday. It offers fantastic local foods ranging from breads, cheeses, fruits and veggies, pre-made dinners, and local delicacies (like honey and maple syrup). Our favourites include the Montreal-style "Everything" bagels, freshly made creme brulées, and mango salsa. You can get absolutely everything here for delicious meals and help to support the local economy. If you're looking for something to eat, "Eats of Asia" has amazing ramen - we go just for that almost every week.
70 recommandé par les habitants
Crossroads Market
1235 26 Ave SE
70 recommandé par les habitants
This farmer's market is only a 5 minute walk from our home, and is open Friday - Sunday. It offers fantastic local foods ranging from breads, cheeses, fruits and veggies, pre-made dinners, and local delicacies (like honey and maple syrup). Our favourites include the Montreal-style "Everything" bagels, freshly made creme brulées, and mango salsa. You can get absolutely everything here for delicious meals and help to support the local economy. If you're looking for something to eat, "Eats of Asia" has amazing ramen - we go just for that almost every week.

Food Scene

Great breakfast spot with a sunny patio.
41 recommandé par les habitants
Red’s Diner In Ramsay
1101 8 St SE
41 recommandé par les habitants
Great breakfast spot with a sunny patio.
Perched at the side of the Bow River Pathway, this venue offers 3 incredible restaurants. Enjoy some of Calgary's finest coffee at Phil & Sebastian, pastries at Sidewalk Citizen, or dinner at CharBar.
26 recommandé par les habitants
Simmons Building
618 Confluence Way Southeast
26 recommandé par les habitants
Perched at the side of the Bow River Pathway, this venue offers 3 incredible restaurants. Enjoy some of Calgary's finest coffee at Phil & Sebastian, pastries at Sidewalk Citizen, or dinner at CharBar.
Located in the iconic "National Hotel" on 11th Ave, Michael Noble's Nash offers succulent meals in a beautiful environment.
80 recommandé par les habitants
The Nash
925 11 St SE
80 recommandé par les habitants
Located in the iconic "National Hotel" on 11th Ave, Michael Noble's Nash offers succulent meals in a beautiful environment.
Hand-churned and made with local ingredients, this place offers the best ice cream in the world. The salted caramel is to die for!
165 recommandé par les habitants
Village Ice Cream
431 10 Ave SE
165 recommandé par les habitants
Hand-churned and made with local ingredients, this place offers the best ice cream in the world. The salted caramel is to die for!
Great place to enjoy the night, Wurst offers both fine dining and a bar scene. Drink from glass boots, sing along with the oompah band, and hang out with the locals.
66 recommandé par les habitants
WURST
2437 4 St SW
66 recommandé par les habitants
Great place to enjoy the night, Wurst offers both fine dining and a bar scene. Drink from glass boots, sing along with the oompah band, and hang out with the locals.
Conveniently located across the street, this cafe offers some of Calgary's best coffee, breakfast, and light lunch.
21 recommandé par les habitants
Rosso Coffee Roasters - Ramsay
803 24 Ave SE
21 recommandé par les habitants
Conveniently located across the street, this cafe offers some of Calgary's best coffee, breakfast, and light lunch.
Unique and delicious foods and pastries.
40 recommandé par les habitants
Bite - Grocer & Eatery
1023 9 Ave SE
40 recommandé par les habitants
Unique and delicious foods and pastries.
Enjoy specialty coffees, wines, and beers. Live music on Saturday and Sunday night.
33 recommandé par les habitants
Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar
909 10 St SE
33 recommandé par les habitants
Enjoy specialty coffees, wines, and beers. Live music on Saturday and Sunday night.
The truffled mac and cheese and roasted citrus salad are to die for!
44 recommandé par les habitants
Vintage Chophouse and Tavern
320 11 Avenue Southwest
44 recommandé par les habitants
The truffled mac and cheese and roasted citrus salad are to die for!
Chinese food 3 doors down? Yes, please!
8 recommandé par les habitants
Kam Han Szechuan House
2318 Spiller Rd SE
8 recommandé par les habitants
Chinese food 3 doors down? Yes, please!
Fine dining at it's best! Local ingredients and fresh produce from the restaurants garden pair perfectly with the extensive wine list.
33 recommandé par les habitants
Rouge
1240 8 Ave SE
33 recommandé par les habitants
Fine dining at it's best! Local ingredients and fresh produce from the restaurants garden pair perfectly with the extensive wine list.
Order a custom designed box of handmade truffles or try a sip of their "drinking chocolate" on a cold day. It'll warm you from the inside.
Choklat
3601b 21 St NE
Order a custom designed box of handmade truffles or try a sip of their "drinking chocolate" on a cold day. It'll warm you from the inside.
Perfectly crafted pastries and bread are made daily at this popular bakery/cafe. Hungry? Expect excellent coffees and breakfast/lunch options.
38 recommandé par les habitants
La Boulangerie Bakery Cafe
2435 4 St SW
38 recommandé par les habitants
Perfectly crafted pastries and bread are made daily at this popular bakery/cafe. Hungry? Expect excellent coffees and breakfast/lunch options.
Best tacos in Calgary! Our favourites include the carnitas and the beef. Expect long line ups as the night goes on, so if you're hungry, arrive early!
101 recommandé par les habitants
Native Tongues Taqueria
235 12 Ave SW
101 recommandé par les habitants
Best tacos in Calgary! Our favourites include the carnitas and the beef. Expect long line ups as the night goes on, so if you're hungry, arrive early!
Enjoy craft Nachos and salads while people watching from Madison's quaint patio. Inset from the hustle and bustle of Inglewood's high road on 9th Ave, it offer's a relatively quiet spot to watch the world go by.
13 recommandé par les habitants
Madison's 12|12
1212 9 Ave SE
13 recommandé par les habitants
Enjoy craft Nachos and salads while people watching from Madison's quaint patio. Inset from the hustle and bustle of Inglewood's high road on 9th Ave, it offer's a relatively quiet spot to watch the world go by.
Set in one of Calgary's most historic buildings and newly renovated buildings, Deane house rests on the East Side of the Elbow river along the pathways. Whether you choose to eat indoors or bask in the sun while dining on their beautiful garden patio, you are sure to enjoy the delectable Canadian cuisine created by the chef's at Deane house. Try the chef's tasting menu for a real treat!
34 recommandé par les habitants
Deane House
806 9 Ave SE
34 recommandé par les habitants
Set in one of Calgary's most historic buildings and newly renovated buildings, Deane house rests on the East Side of the Elbow river along the pathways. Whether you choose to eat indoors or bask in the sun while dining on their beautiful garden patio, you are sure to enjoy the delectable Canadian cuisine created by the chef's at Deane house. Try the chef's tasting menu for a real treat!
Recently opened, this restaurant has received rave reviews and for good reason - they're Japanese inspired menu has become the talk of the 'hood!
12 recommandé par les habitants
Gorilla Whale
1214 9 Ave SE
12 recommandé par les habitants
Recently opened, this restaurant has received rave reviews and for good reason - they're Japanese inspired menu has become the talk of the 'hood!
Great burgers and milkshakes.
27 recommandé par les habitants
Burger 320
814 1 Ave NE
27 recommandé par les habitants
Great burgers and milkshakes.
Fabulous French food - small menu, but every offering is mouthwatering. We recommend the duck confit!
8 recommandé par les habitants
The Eden
1219 9 Ave SE
8 recommandé par les habitants
Fabulous French food - small menu, but every offering is mouthwatering. We recommend the duck confit!

Everything Else

This modern art gallery is free to the public and is located at the top floor of a new building, offering stunning views of downtown Calgary.
34 recommandé par les habitants
Esker Foundation
1011 9 Ave SE
34 recommandé par les habitants
This modern art gallery is free to the public and is located at the top floor of a new building, offering stunning views of downtown Calgary.
Thin crust and delicious pizza, this hopping restaurant will leave you satisfied.
54 recommandé par les habitants
Without Papers Pizza
1216 9 Ave SE
54 recommandé par les habitants
Thin crust and delicious pizza, this hopping restaurant will leave you satisfied.
Learn about Calgary's history.
111 recommandé par les habitants
Fort Calgary
750 9 Ave SE
111 recommandé par les habitants
Learn about Calgary's history.
Located on Stephen Avenue, this museum contains 4 floors of historical exhibits and traveling shows.
492 recommandé par les habitants
Musée Glenbow
130 9 Ave SE
492 recommandé par les habitants
Located on Stephen Avenue, this museum contains 4 floors of historical exhibits and traveling shows.
Enjoy dinner while taking in a 360 degree view of the city.
757 recommandé par les habitants
Calgary Tower
101 9 Ave SW
757 recommandé par les habitants
Enjoy dinner while taking in a 360 degree view of the city.
Live music every night of the week.
78 recommandé par les habitants
Ironwood Stage & Grill
1229 9 Ave SE
78 recommandé par les habitants
Live music every night of the week.
Science Centre. Check out "Adult Night"
362 recommandé par les habitants
TELUS Spark
362 recommandé par les habitants
Science Centre. Check out "Adult Night"
Newly reconstructed, this is a great place to hang out and watch the world go by.
102 recommandé par les habitants
St. Patrick's Island
1300 Zoo Rd NE
102 recommandé par les habitants
Newly reconstructed, this is a great place to hang out and watch the world go by.
Great interpretive centre with guided tours.
73 recommandé par les habitants
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre
2425 9 Ave SE
73 recommandé par les habitants
Great interpretive centre with guided tours.
Beautiful plants and terrariums. Check out one of their small workshops, and learn how to build a terrarium of your own!
14 recommandé par les habitants
Plant
1327 9 Ave SE
14 recommandé par les habitants
Beautiful plants and terrariums. Check out one of their small workshops, and learn how to build a terrarium of your own!
This 2.5 km stretch of road from MacLeod Trail to 14th Street SW offers a variety of trendy restaurants, pubs, and shopping. A must-do on any weekend in the city.
50 recommandé par les habitants
17th Avenue Retail & Entertainment District
1550 8 St SW
50 recommandé par les habitants
This 2.5 km stretch of road from MacLeod Trail to 14th Street SW offers a variety of trendy restaurants, pubs, and shopping. A must-do on any weekend in the city.
We love this liquor store because of it's beer selection. You can buy growlers of craft beer, or peruse numerous brews in their walk-in cooler. Our favourite deal is the "Pick 6", where customers can choose from a variety of beers to create their own 6-Pack. Customer service is always great - the staff here are super knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their products.
Oak & Vine Craft Beer, Wine and Spirits
1139 9 Ave SE
We love this liquor store because of it's beer selection. You can buy growlers of craft beer, or peruse numerous brews in their walk-in cooler. Our favourite deal is the "Pick 6", where customers can choose from a variety of beers to create their own 6-Pack. Customer service is always great - the staff here are super knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their products.
Great facility for work-out buffs - access to the gym, pool, hot-tubs/saunas, and drop in classes (spin, step, and yoga) are competitively priced as the facility is owned by the city.
87 recommandé par les habitants
Repsol Sport Centre
2225 Macleod Trail SE
87 recommandé par les habitants
Great facility for work-out buffs - access to the gym, pool, hot-tubs/saunas, and drop in classes (spin, step, and yoga) are competitively priced as the facility is owned by the city.
Knowledgeable staff will help you select the best wine or hard liquor. This is top shelf stuff! We recommend: Award winning Prickly Pear Vodka or Gin from locally owned and operated Eau Claire Distillery.
Bricks Wine Company
902 9 Ave SE
Knowledgeable staff will help you select the best wine or hard liquor. This is top shelf stuff! We recommend: Award winning Prickly Pear Vodka or Gin from locally owned and operated Eau Claire Distillery.
Calgary hosts the "World's Greatest Outdoor Show" for 10 days every July. The nearest entrance is a 10-15 minute walk from our house.
68 recommandé par les habitants
Stampede park
650 25 Ave SE
68 recommandé par les habitants
Calgary hosts the "World's Greatest Outdoor Show" for 10 days every July. The nearest entrance is a 10-15 minute walk from our house.

Entertainment & Activities

Venue to watch the Calgary Flames, live concerts, or to attend the Calgary Stampede.
231 recommandé par les habitants
Scotiabank Saddledome
555 Saddledome Rise Southeast
231 recommandé par les habitants
Venue to watch the Calgary Flames, live concerts, or to attend the Calgary Stampede.
A fun way to spend a warm afternoon.
745 recommandé par les habitants
Zoo de Calgary
745 recommandé par les habitants
A fun way to spend a warm afternoon.

Sightseeing

Also known as "Stephen Avenue", this bustling street offers shops, restaurants, and pubs. This is the place to be during weekday afternoons or evenings on the weekend.
64 recommandé par les habitants
8 Avenue Southwest
8 Avenue Southwest
64 recommandé par les habitants
Also known as "Stephen Avenue", this bustling street offers shops, restaurants, and pubs. This is the place to be during weekday afternoons or evenings on the weekend.
Shops, cafés, galleries, pubs, and restaurants, all within walking distance.
161 recommandé par les habitants
Inglewood
161 recommandé par les habitants
Shops, cafés, galleries, pubs, and restaurants, all within walking distance.
A 5 minute uphill walk from our home will take you to one of Calgary's most iconic viewpoints overlooking the city. Bring your camera at sunset to snap some truly amazing photos, or venture at night to see the twinkling city lights. This hill is also notable for the best views of the Calgary Stampede fireworks. It's also hosts the pathway for the quickest walking route to the Saddledome (15 minute walk).
Salisbury Street Southeast
Salisbury Street Southeast
A 5 minute uphill walk from our home will take you to one of Calgary's most iconic viewpoints overlooking the city. Bring your camera at sunset to snap some truly amazing photos, or venture at night to see the twinkling city lights. This hill is also notable for the best views of the Calgary Stampede fireworks. It's also hosts the pathway for the quickest walking route to the Saddledome (15 minute walk).
Lined with hip restaurants and bars, you can't go wrong by making a day (or night!) out of exploring this street.
4 Street Southwest
4 Street Southwest
Lined with hip restaurants and bars, you can't go wrong by making a day (or night!) out of exploring this street.

Drinks & Nightlife

Live music every night of the week.
67 recommandé par les habitants
The Blues Can
1429 9 Ave SE
67 recommandé par les habitants
Live music every night of the week.
Cold Garden is the literal translation of the Gaelic word, Calgary. This gem of a brewery opened in 2017 and serves a variety of craft beers. It's open to families AND their pets. Sit down, relax, play a board game and place an order for your favourite take-out to be delivered to this address (may we recommend picking up a "Happy Chicken" from The Nash down the road?).
80 recommandé par les habitants
Cold Garden Beverage Company
1100 11 St SE
80 recommandé par les habitants
Cold Garden is the literal translation of the Gaelic word, Calgary. This gem of a brewery opened in 2017 and serves a variety of craft beers. It's open to families AND their pets. Sit down, relax, play a board game and place an order for your favourite take-out to be delivered to this address (may we recommend picking up a "Happy Chicken" from The Nash down the road?).
Newly opened in 2017, this brewery offers a great selection of beers. A little off the main drag, it can be hard to find, but it's a quiet, inexpensive place to enjoy a few sips of craft beer.
16 recommandé par les habitants
High Line Brewing
1318 9 Ave SE
16 recommandé par les habitants
Newly opened in 2017, this brewery offers a great selection of beers. A little off the main drag, it can be hard to find, but it's a quiet, inexpensive place to enjoy a few sips of craft beer.
Not only does Dandy make some of the best sour ales in the city, but they also have a killer menu that includes a reasonable and delicious brunch (we recommend the Bubbles & Squeak)
33 recommandé par les habitants
The Dandy Brewing Company And Tasting Room
2003 11 St SE
33 recommandé par les habitants
Not only does Dandy make some of the best sour ales in the city, but they also have a killer menu that includes a reasonable and delicious brunch (we recommend the Bubbles & Squeak)

Getting Around

This is a 10-15 minute walk from our house and will take you past the Stampede grounds.
9 recommandé par les habitants
JZ Erlton Terminal station
9 recommandé par les habitants
This is a 10-15 minute walk from our house and will take you past the Stampede grounds.