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Calgary Beltline District Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Memorial Park Library
Admire Memorial Park Library's grand Beaux-Arts exterior, a Calgary landmark since 1912.
Stop at: 4 Street Southwest
Pause at the Calgary Cenotaph and its flanking benches, a quiet place of remembrance.
Stop at: Central Memorial Park
Stroll through Central Memorial Park and see its striking Boer War equestrian monument.
Stop at: Chinook Arc
Watch the illuminated Chinook Arc respond to the changing colours around you.
Stop at: Barb Scott Park
Relax among the paths and public art of lively Barb Scott Park.
Stop at: Calgary Opera
See Calgary Opera's Mamdani Opera Centre, a former church now home to performances and community events.
Stop at: Lougheed House
Admire Senator Lougheed's sandstone mansion and its elegant historic grounds from outside.
Stop at: 13 Avenue Southwest & 6 Street Southwest
Take a second look at Lougheed House to appreciate the mansion's advanced design for its era.
Stop at: Counting Crows
Find the playful Counting Crows sculpture along 13 Avenue.
Stop at: 4 Street Southwest
See the historic Hester Apartments, a reminder of the Beltline's early residential boom.
Stop at: Haultain Park
Explore Haultain Park and see Calgary's first sandstone school, still standing on the grounds.
Stop at: 13 Avenue Southwest & 1 Street Southwest
Spot the Underwood Block and Annex, enduring pieces of Calgary's early commercial streetscape.
Stop at: 1 Street Southwest & 14 Avenue Southwest
See the historic Findlay Apartments and discover how this early residence changed over time.
Stop at: Centre Street South & 13 Avenue Southeast
View the George C. Cushing Residence, a handsome 1906 home linked to a Calgary pioneer.
Stop at: McHugh House
See McHugh House, a preserved heritage home that was moved to this corner of 17 Avenue.
Stop at: Rouleauville Square
Explore Rouleauville Square's French-speaking heritage and admire St. Mary's Cathedral's soaring bell tower from outside.
Stop at: Calgary Fire Hall #2
Admire historic Fire Hall No. 2, an early Calgary fire station, from outside.
Stop at: 12 Avenue Southwest & 5 Street Southwest
See the Lorraine Block, an early apartment building from the Beltline's boom years.
Stop at: Calgary Stampede
Discover the Calgary Stampede Grounds from the public approach; entry may be restricted during ticketed events.
Stop at: Scotiabank Saddledome
Take in the Scotiabank Saddledome's sweeping roofline from outside.
Stop at: Stampede Corral
See the former Stampede Corral site, now part of the expanded BMO Centre, and imagine the arena that once stood here.
Stop at: GMC Stadium
See GMC Stadium, home of the Calgary Stampede rodeo and Grandstand Show, from outside.
What's Included
- GPS-triggered audio commentary at points of interest
- Flexible, self-paced access to the tour
- Live GPS route map showing your location
- Offline audio tour after downloading on Wi-Fi
- Attraction admission and interior access unless specifically stated
- Headphones (optional; audio also plays through your device speaker)
- Your own smartphone or tablet
- Entry to ticketed Calgary Stampede events
- Parking fees, if applicable
- Transportation to and from the walking route
- In-person guide
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
Start beside Memorial Park Library at 1221 2 Street SW. No guide will meet you; open the downloaded Tripvia tour on your phone to begin.
End Point
Where the tour ends
The route ends at the Stampede Park approach. Entry to the grounds and venues may require a ticket during events; you can finish the outdoor audio tour from public access areas.
Get DirectionsAdditional 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.
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