10 Things to do in Southwest Calgary That You Shouldn't Miss

This gallery offers many native paintings, sculptures and hand-made jewelry.

Blue Sky Tours is a boutique tour company offering personalized, private vehicle sightseeing tours of Alberta and the Canadian Rockies. We go where YOU want, WHEN you want and with WHOM you want. Our boutique service is ideal for the discerning traveller, providing a relaxing way to tour this beautiful area in your own private vehicle. Our drivers are personable Albertans with a vast knowledge of the area providing that memorable experience.

Come experience the truly genuine artifacts, photographs, and living culture within the Tsuut’ina Culture Museum. In 1977, the Canadian government mandated that First Nations culture be revived. The Tsuut’ina elders dream came to life in 1983 when the original Tsuut’ina Culture Museum opened its doors to the public. Come enjoy the new museum building located on the beautiful Tsuut’ina Nation where you will be able to learn about the rich cultural history. You can appreciate the mountain view while observing Chief Bullhead’s original homestead built in 1902, which is located beside the museum. Book an intimate tour with the Tsuut’ina Culture Museum’s Director Jeannette Starlight or observe on your own. The friendly staff will be glad to help if you have any questions. Do not forget to visit the Tsuut’ina Museum Gift Shop where you can find authentically hand made indigenous goods. The Tsuut’ina Culture Museum and Gift Shop welcomes you to join our circle!

Every July, millions of people come to Calgary's Stampede Park to take part in one of the world's largest rodeos and other popular activities such as chuckwagon racing and agricultural shows. The event's origins date back to 1912, when American Guy Weadick, a successful trick roper, got support to host an event called "Stampede" to celebrate the "disappearing" Old West. Since then, the event has grown drastically and has evolved into a celebration of the Old West, while reflecting the modern, multicultural aspects of the city.

One of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Calgary, lined with columned and turreted houses.

One of the largest urban wildernesses in the world, with over 54 miles of trails for hiking, biking and running.

Based in Calgary, Canada, Spruce Meadows is the brainchild of the Southern family who built a Show Jumping complex at the foothills of the Alberta Rocky Mountains. It was in 1976 that the first Spruce Tournaments were held, with annual spectator attendances reaching over 50,000 by the end of the decade. Today, Spruce Meadows boasts one of the greatest outdoor equestrian venues in the world and offers an incredible experience for riders and fans alike. Spruce Meadows focuses on the organization and hosting of show jumping tournaments of unmatched quality for junior, amateur and professional athletes in a manner that reflects basic family values in a clean, green and welcoming environment that celebrates the horse and encourages the breeding and training of quality sport horses and the teaching and development of athletes. Spruce Meadows is also home to the Canadian Premiere League's Cavalry FC.

On a hilltop in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains you can explore the wonders of the universe. Join us for fascinating tours, interactive displays and a chance to see one of the three largest telescopes in Canada. The University of Calgary’s Rothney Astrophysical Observatory is a facility dedicated to expanding your knowledge of the universe. Tour the awesome 1.8 meter ARCT telescope or the Baker-Nunn patrol camera which scans the skies for killer asteroids.