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Bow River Trail Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the Bow River Trail! Discover the historical heart of Calgary on this captivating tour along the Bow River! Uncover the secrets of iconic architecture like the Mewata Armoury and the globally praised Peace Bridge. Explore urban nature at Prince's Island Park, hear the dramatic story of the founding Fort Calgary, and learn why the Bow River is a world-famous fishing spot. This enticing journey delivers the city's unique history and vibrant culture in one unforgettable experience. Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Skip crowded tour groups, tight schedules, and high prices — enjoy the freedom of your own pace and schedule. It’s yours! Explore anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along the route. Trusted by over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers. Book today and start your Saint John’s adventure!

What to Expect

Private tour
26 places
2 hrs – 2 hrs 30 min

Pass by: Cowboys Park

Begin your sightseeing adventure at Contemporary Calgary and the newly named Cowboys Park before making your way east along the Bow River trail. This GPS-guided tour will introduce you to Calgary’s skyline, urban parks, cultural sites, and historic landmarks, all while sharing the city’s rich history and diverse cultures.

Pass by: Contemporary Calgary

See the massive stone building, a former planetarium now being transformed into Contemporary Calgary art gallery. Learn the fascinating history of how three art groups merged to secure and renovate this iconic architectural landmark.

Pass by: Cowboys Park

Marvel at Canada's largest free outdoor skate park, a massive 75,000-square-foot facility and training ground for famous local riders.

Pass by: Mewata Armoury

Discover this massive red-brick fortress, an active Canadian Forces reserve armoury designed in Tudor-Gothic Revival style.

Pass by: Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery

Admire the striking design that echoes ancient Chinese Buddhist Temples, standing in beautiful contrast to the modern downtown skyline. Learn about its spiritual inspiration and discover why visitors call it an incredibly peaceful and serene spot.

Pass by: Bow River Trail

Stand at the geographical and historical heart of the city, and uncover why this powerful waterway is the reason Calgary exists.

Pass by: Peace Bridge

Uncover the story behind this globally praised architectural feature and its role in connecting the city's pathways.

Pass by: Prince's Island Park

Discover the park's history, from its origin as a log channel to its current role as a peaceful wetland habitat and gathering spot.

Pass by: Prince's Island

Uncover the story of this area's resilience after the devastating 2013 floods and its role in sustainable urban environmental preservation.

Pass by: Sien Lok Park

Welcome to this beautiful Chinese cultural park, a fixture that celebrates and preserves Calgary’s historic Chinatown community. See the prominent granite sculpture, "In Search of Gold Mountain," and uncover the story of the pioneering Chinese people across Canada.

Pass by: Centre Street Bridge

Uncover the dramatic story of how the original fragile beasts you'll see here were replaced with modern replicas, securing one original for a "royal retirement."

Pass by: Monument to the victims of Holodomor

Observe this monument of solemn remembrance dedicated to the millions of Ukrainians who perished in the Holodomor, the Soviet-inflicted genocide-famine of 1932-1933.

Pass by: Bow River

Discover the Bow River's surprising global fame as one of the world's top three streams for fly fishing, boasting an average of 2,500 trout per mile. Learn which specific fish species attract anglers from around the globe.

Pass by: St. Patrick's Island Park

Uncover the dramatic history of the island, from a 1960s campground to its stunning 2015 transformation into the gorgeous public space you see today.

Pass by: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

Uncover the dramatic story of how the entire site was demolished, hidden beneath a railway yard for 61 years, and eventually rediscovered by archaeologists.

Pass by: Inglewood Bridge

Discover how this new structure honors the past while providing dedicated multi-use pathways and critical flood resiliency for the future.

Pass by: Deane House

Discover two contrasting historical treasures: the beautifully restored Deane House, famous for its spooky past as a boarding house, and Hunt House, one of the oldest and most architecturally significant buildings in the province.

Pass by: Zoo Bridge

Check out the modern 12th Street Bridge, a vital link that replaced a century-old crossing, and learn about its $26 million upgrade for pedestrians and cyclists.

Pass by: Zoo Bridge

Check out the modern 12th Street Bridge, a vital link that replaced a century-old crossing, and learn about its $26 million upgrade for pedestrians and cyclists.

Pass by: Ripple

Hunt for the unique "stone pancake" art piece called Ripple, a large, contemplative circle symbolizing the flow of the Bow River and Indigenous teachings.

Pass by: Inglewood

Welcome to Inglewood, officially recognized as Calgary's oldest community, established immediately after the 1875 founding of Fort Calgary.

Pass by: Bridgeland-Riverside

Step into the historic Bridgeland community, established in the 1880s by Russian-German immigrants and once affectionately known as "Little Italy."

Pass by: Bow Habitat Station & Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery

Uncover the secrets of one of North America's largest enclosed fish hatcheries, which raises countless trout to stock Alberta's waters.

Pass by: Harvie Passage Lookout

Enjoy the view, watch kayakers navigate the rapids below, and access kilometers of surrounding trails perfect for a stroll or a bike ride.

Pass by: Harvie Passage

Discover how this spot, severely damaged in the 2013 flood, was rebuilt with two different routes to create an awesome experience for both Class 2 and Class 3 adventurers.

Pass by: Pearce Estate Park

Cap off your tour at this expansive ecological treasure trove anchored by a vital 15-hectare wetland and beautiful interpretive trail.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
  • Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
  • Live GPS map shows route & your location
  • Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
  • Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime
NOT INCLUDED
  • Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
  • Smartphone or tablet

Meeting And Pickup

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

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