Varsity
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Calgary Zoo
See exotic animals and even dinosaurs as you wander through botanic gardens and re-creations of diverse habitats ranging from Africa to South America.
Stampede Park
You can take time to visit Stampede Park during your travels to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Calgary Tower
With a tourist information center and views over the zoo, Olympic Plaza, Old City Hall and Chinatown, this downtown landmark is the ideal place to get your bearings.
BMO Centre
Learn about the events happening in BMO Centre during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
University of Calgary
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Calgary during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Top hotels in Varsity
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
Clean room, courteous front desk staff, a nice little security bonus: ya need to use your room key to get to your floor for tht elevator. Will be back!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
Great stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
Smaller room then we normally have and no breakfast included
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
Staff courteous, super clean rooms, easy check in
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Calgary Airport
Quick check in, clean comfortable room. Great breakfast and excellent service from server at buffet
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Varsity
Bowness
Bowness is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Bow River, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
University District
Visitors often come to University District for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Olympic Oval and Trans Canada Pipeline Arch. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Banff Trail Station.
Northwest Calgary
If you're spending time in Northwest Calgary, check out sights like Market Mall or Olympic Oval and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dalhousie Station or Crowfoot Station.
Banff Trail
You might enjoy the live music while you're in Banff Trail, and if you want to see some more of the larger Calgary area, you can take a ride on the metro at Banff Trail Station.
Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Eau Claire
If you're spending some time in Eau Claire, Bow River and Eau Claire Smokestack are top sights worth seeing.
