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Downtown Calgary a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Pass by: Calgary
The following are highlights from the Discover Downtown Calgary Walking Tour. In total, you’ll enjoy 30 audio points of interest in this immersive, self-guided audio tour—including the Calgary Tower, Stephen Avenue, Devonian Gardens, and much more!
Pass by: Family of Horses statue
We'll point out this unique sculpture and tell you about it's origin.
Pass by: Werklund Centre
It's the size of a city block, so you don't really NEED us to point it out, but we will anyways! We'll also tell you about what's inside!
Pass by: Calgary Tower
You'll definitely see this one too, but we'll tell you about why you may want to take a trip up!
Pass by: Fairmont Palliser
One of the most beautiful hotels you'll ever see! We'll tell you a bit about it's origin and ties to the creation of Calgary!
Pass by: Grain Exchange Building
You'll learn all about this historical building!
Pass by: Eighth Avenue Place
We'll point out this incredible modern skyscraper and tell you a bit about it.
Pass by: 8 Avenue Southwest
We'll tell you about the origins of this popular street while you ogle at the high end retail stores and delicious smelling restaurants.
Pass by: Calgary City Hall
You’ll hear the story behind Calgary City Hall. A striking sandstone landmark that has anchored the city’s civic life since 1911.
Pass by: The Galleria Trees
While you stroll under the canopy of these metal trees, we'll tell about where they came from and what they mean.
Pass by: 301 8 Ave SW
CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE BUILDING.... We'll point out this historical and eye-catching building.
Pass by: The Palace Theatre
You'll learn all about this still operating theatre!
Pass by: Conversation Sculpture
You might miss it at first glance, but we'll point out and tell you about the two stone figures chatting on the sidewalk.
Pass by: Alberta Hotel Building
You'll hear about why this heritage building was once the place to be in Calgary!
Pass by: 8 Avenue Southeast & Centre Street South
Five historical buildings in one tour stop! We'll point out the Bank of Montreal, Bank of Nova Scotia, Merchants Bank Building, Tribune Block & Calgary's oldest flour milling factory!
Pass by: Hudson's Bay
We'll point out Hudson's Block, home to the very first Hudson's Bay Department store in the city!
Pass by: 1st Street Southeast
Rounding out our historical bank buildings is the impressive Toronto Dominion Bank Building. We'll throw in the Calgary Public Building for good measure!
Pass by: Famous Five Statues
You'll see the 5 women honoured here and hear about how important they were to the women's rights movement.
Pass by: Olympic Plaza
You’ll be surprised to learn that Olympic Plaza, built for medal ceremonies during the 1988 Winter Olympics, is now a dynamic downtown hub for festivals, performances, and public gatherings year-round.
Pass by: The Cathedral Church of the Redeemer
We'll point out this small, but very impressive church.
Pass by: Royal Canadian Legion Calgary No. 1 Branch
We'll show you both the Legion as well as the Grunwald Hotel and tell you about the importance they have on the City.
Pass by: Devonian Gardens
You'll see the massive greenhouse and learn about what's inside. You may even want to take a peek yourself!
Pass by: Knox United Church
Our second, slightly more impressive, historical church on the tour. They have a small cafe if you're thirsty, or tired, or both.
Pass by: The GRAND
We'll point out the Grand Theatre and tell you about it's origins, as well as the historical Lougheed Block.
Pass by: 6 Avenue Southwest
You'll see the impressive Telephone & Utilities buildings from the turn of the century!
Pass by: Odd Fellows Hall
You'll hear a bit about the hall that's not odd at all!
Pass by: The Bow
Arguably the most impressive skyscraper in Calgary! We'll tell you who's inside, and suggest you walk through a giant head.
Pass by: Fire Station No. 1
We'll point out the oddly angled fire hall and tell you why it was built that way.
Pass by: The Family of Man
The tour ends with some family time as you walk amongst the Family of Man Sculptures. We'll also tell you about the North-West Travelers Building as we tearfully say our goodbyes.
What's 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
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
- Attraction tickets
- Smartphone or tablet
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or other external factors
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
The start of the tour is at the historic Calgary City Hall.
End Point
Where the tour ends
The tour ends just a few blocks from the start of the tour at the Calgary City Hall.
Get DirectionsAdditional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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