Akinsola’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Canada's second largest urban park, Fish Creek Provincial Park covers an area of nearly 14 square kilometers. Located in Calgary's far south, this huge green space is popular for its many pleasant walking trails, which lead through forest areas and along the creek, and some of which connect to other trails that crisscross the city. This is 10 mins walk from the property
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Parque Provincial Fish Creek
Canada's second largest urban park, Fish Creek Provincial Park covers an area of nearly 14 square kilometers. Located in Calgary's far south, this huge green space is popular for its many pleasant walking trails, which lead through forest areas and along the creek, and some of which connect to other trails that crisscross the city. This is 10 mins walk from the property
Not only is the Calgary Zoo one of the most visited zoos in the country, but it’s also one of the most internationally recognized zoos in the world due to their conservation efforts. The Calgary Zoo is home to over 800 animals from all over the world, including Africa, Asia, North America, and the tropics. It’s a beautiful place to walk around and is easily accessed via Memorial drive or the C-train
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Zoológico de Calgary
Not only is the Calgary Zoo one of the most visited zoos in the country, but it’s also one of the most internationally recognized zoos in the world due to their conservation efforts. The Calgary Zoo is home to over 800 animals from all over the world, including Africa, Asia, North America, and the tropics. It’s a beautiful place to walk around and is easily accessed via Memorial drive or the C-train
Food scene
Events include a big parade, rodeo competitions, thrilling chuck wagon races, an authentic First Nations village, concerts and stage shows, a fun fair, pancake breakfasts, as well as agricultural shows. 20 minutes ride to this location from the property
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Calgary Stampede
1410 Olympic Way SEEvents include a big parade, rodeo competitions, thrilling chuck wagon races, an authentic First Nations village, concerts and stage shows, a fun fair, pancake breakfasts, as well as agricultural shows. 20 minutes ride to this location from the property
Fun Activities. Rides & Skiing
Winsport Arena
Canada Olympic Road SouthwestCity/town information
Undoubtedly one of Canada's most picture-perfect settings, Banff National Park and the town of Banff makes for a perfect day trip from Calgary. Drivable in under 60 minutes, the route itself is nothing short of spectacular, taking in incredible mountain vistas shortly after leaving the city, and which never let up along the way
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Banff
Undoubtedly one of Canada's most picture-perfect settings, Banff National Park and the town of Banff makes for a perfect day trip from Calgary. Drivable in under 60 minutes, the route itself is nothing short of spectacular, taking in incredible mountain vistas shortly after leaving the city, and which never let up along the way
Calgary, a cosmopolitan Alberta city with numerous skyscrapers, owes its rapid growth to its status as the centre of Canada’s oil industry. However, it’s still steeped in the western culture that earned it the nickname “Cowtown,” evident in the Calgary Stampede, its massive July rodeo and festival that grew out of the farming exhibitions once presented here.
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Calgary
Calgary, a cosmopolitan Alberta city with numerous skyscrapers, owes its rapid growth to its status as the centre of Canada’s oil industry. However, it’s still steeped in the western culture that earned it the nickname “Cowtown,” evident in the Calgary Stampede, its massive July rodeo and festival that grew out of the farming exhibitions once presented here.
Neighbourhoods
Evergreen
Consejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
Transit & Uber
Trains
• The nearest train station is a short 10-minute bus ride. It is named Somerset Bridlewood and it will connect to Central Station, where you can get around the city easily.
Taxis
• If trains and busses are not your thing, taxis are another good option. The following to book a taxi
• Calgary United Cabs - (403) 777-1111
• Associated Cab Calgary, Alberta, 403-299-1111
• Checker Cab Service - (403) 299-9999
Uber
• Our city now has Uber! It is a cheaper option to taxis and is often a better service too. Download the Uber app on your smart phone.
Antes de que te vayas
Calgary Tower
Although it’s no longer the tallest building in Calgary, the Calgary Tower still remains an icon of the city and still offers beautiful views of the downtown core as well as other communities and even the Rocky Mountains on a clear day. Not only does the Calgary Tower offer 360-degree views, but it also offers a glass floor for those who want to test their fears and look down at the street 191 metres below. There’s also the Calgary Tower Restaurant for those who want fine dining paired with incredible views