Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
![Calgary Zoo featuring modern architecture, a city and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/43000/43488-Calgary-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Calgary Zoo
Explore the botanical gardens to see a diverse array of exotic animals and view re-creations of interesting habitats from Africa to South America.
![Scotiabank Saddledome](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/515000/515732-scotiabank-saddledome.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
![Calgary Tower featuring skyline, a city and a high-rise building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40379-Calgary-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Calgary Tower
With an outstanding view over the city landscape, this iconic landmark is a great way to view all of the sites from the comfort of one observation point.
![Canada Olympic Park featuring landscape views and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/43000/43498-Canada-Olympic-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Canada Olympic Park
Originally opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this fantastic attraction is now open to the public and boasts an impressive range of winter sport activities.
![BMO Centre](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/516000/516092-bmo-centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
![Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45037436/064a13f7-718a-43ea-ba1d-6761b7b575ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lake Louise & Marble Canyon Tour from Calgary/Banff/Canmore
![Calgary: Banff Gondola/Upper Hot Springs, Johnston Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49075402/8d640757-5162-4fa8-bbda-dc21c3f4606f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
![From Calgary: Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49071096/adc23018-818c-4f14-b212-59208b52ec2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
![Banff Town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49301146/844b9ca2-361a-4ca4-b08b-c43edae9e12a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Hot Springs, Minnewanka
![Lake Louise & Moraine, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47620485/c3a927b6-814a-4e31-9ba3-77dc91b91b4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lake Louise Moraine Emerald Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Top hotels in Kensington
![Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5200/5177/2cd079c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb,2025
![Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428700/428621/148bf18f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb,2025
![Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11920000/11918200/11918125/6b3ebdc7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb,2025
![Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10400/10360/62d06543_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb,2025
![Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2340000/2333500/2333447/98b9a84e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb,2025
![Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19900/19870/e0070657_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb,2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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Hillhurst
While you're in Hillhurst, take in top sights like Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium and jump on the metro at SAIT-ACA-Jubilee Station to see more of the city.
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Downtown Calgary
TD Square and CORE Shopping Centre are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.
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Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Grace Presbyterian Church are top sights worth seeing.
![Calgary Tower featuring street scenes and a city as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40381-Calgary-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stampede Park and Cowboys Casino. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
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Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Stampede Park and Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Victoria Park
Well liked for its architecture and entertainment venues, Victoria Park is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cowboys Casino and Scotiabank Saddledome, and jump on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to get around the city.