Start your trip with an epic bird's eye view of the region from Calgary Tower offering 360-degree views of the cityscape, peaks, rivers and prairies. Then wander through the Glenbow Museum exhibits and indulge yourself in the history, art, and culture of western Canada.
Relive the glory of the 1988 Winter Olympics at the Olympic Plaza by taking photographs with the statues and the iconic cauldron. Afterward, spend an immersive afternoon travelling back in time with the living history exhibits, replica buildings, and steam train rides, depicting life in Western Canada between the 1860s and the 1950s at the Heritage Park Historical Village.
Interact with more than thousand animals, including tigers, penguins, monkeys, and many more at the Calgary Zoo. Then stroll to Prince's Island Park to explore its serene trails, landscaped gardens, riverfront, and ample picnic areas.
Start by taking a lovely walk along the Bow River and enjoy picturesque vistas of the city's skyline. Then drive to Fish Creek Provincial Park for a day full of adventures in a natural wonderland, with biking/hiking trails, wildlife, historical ranches, and a pristine lake.
If you have more time: Explore the trendy neighbourhoods of Inglewood and Kensington, enjoy a thrilling amusement park at Calaway Park, or go for a day trip to Banff National Park. If you have less time: Combine Day 2 and Day 4 as they both require up to half a day, or skip Fish Creek Provincial Park as it's a bit distant from downtown and can be time-consuming.