What to do in Southern Alberta

Activities, attractions and tours

Atlas Coal Mine showing tranquil scenes, industrial elements and signage
Banff Gondola which includes a small town or village, heritage architecture and landscape views
Drumheller Valley showing tranquil scenes as well as a large group of people
Upper Hot Springs
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Southern Alberta Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Southern Alberta has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Southern Alberta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southern Alberta to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Southern Alberta Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southern Alberta.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southern Alberta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Most fun & popular experiences in Southern Alberta

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Recommended things to do in Southern Alberta

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Calgary Food Bike Tour: CA $199
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What to do in Southern Alberta


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Downtown Calgary

4/5(1,949 area reviews)

Dense urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and corporate areas, Downtown Calgary offers shopping and dining along the pedestrian-friendly Stephen Avenue Walk. Explore attractions like the Devonian Gardens, Calgary Tower, and Glenbow Museum, or take advantage of the free CTrain light rail along 7th Avenue S.

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Southwest Calgary

4/5(255 area reviews)

Southwest Calgary is a destination travelers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Southland Station or Anderson Station to explore sights like Stampede Park.

Southwest Calgary
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Northwest Calgary

4/5(157 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like The Hamptons Golf Club or Market Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.

Northwest Calgary
Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Downtown District
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Southeast Calgary

4/5(570 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Southeast Calgary, check out sights like Calgary Zoo or Deerfoot Casino and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chinook Station or 39th Avenue Station.

Southeast Calgary
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Banff Trail

If you're passing through Banff Trail, you may want to check out its live music. From there, jump on the metro at Banff Trail Station to see more of the area.

Banff Trail

 

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Day trip destinations from Southern Alberta