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Things to do in Calgary


Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology

In Calgary and beyond you will find a wealth of cultural attractions, festivals, parks and pathways, live performances, spa experiences and sights to see. Wide-open blue skies, sunshine and moderate climate beckons outdoor enthusiasts with four-season adventure. Experience the majesty of the Canadian Rockies, including Banff National Park. In summer, walk along nature trails, hike into the back country, mountain bike, horse-back ride, climb peaks, canoe or raft, golf and so much more. In winter, participate in canyon ice walks, take a
horse-drawn sleigh ride, dog sled, skate, ski, snowboard,
snowmobile or just relax.

Calaway Park

245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E9 · 403-240-3822

If you've finally decided to give in to the kids' begging for something fun to do, here's where you'll most certainly come. This amusement park, located 10 minutes west of town, will please the young ones for hours, as they scramble to reach the abundance of rides and entertainment. Among the attractions are roller coasters, bumper cars, a log flume, mini-golf, haunted house, magic show and a fishing hole. (Opening times are seasonal; please call for specific information.)

Canada Olympic Park

88 Olympic Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3B 5R5 · 403-247-5452

Originally built for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this park remains an integral part of the city's recreational life. Nowadays, it serves as a training facility for athletes and is used by the city's residents throughout the year. Although the original ski jumps are off-limits to the public, you'll find ski and snowboarding slopes, winter bobsleigh rides, a park for mountain biking, summer luge rides and year-round zipline rides.

TELUS World of Science Calgary

701 11th St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2M5 · 403-268-8300

If your kids are fascinated by science, or if you're looking to spark their interest in the natural world, this is a wonderful place to bring them. The center boasts a variety of exhibits and interactive displays to educate kids about dinosaurs, the human body, astronomy, gravity, building and construction, and the natural processes by which oil is created. Among the attractions you'll find are multi-media programs and laser shows. Terrific sound system and production values.

SpacePort

2000 Airport Rd NE, Calgary International Airport, Calgary, AB T2E 6W5 · 403-717-7678

Space and aviation have always held a special allure for kids, who let their imaginations run wild with thoughts of the unknown. This center mediates the fantasy with an array of scientific exhibits about flight, technology and the future of air travel. Flight and motion simulators give kids a chance to man their own ships and fly about the cosmos. They can also experiment with air-pressurized rockets to learn about thrust, explore the radar screens that help air traffic controllers monitor planes, and build a space station of their own. Thanks to an agreement with NASA, the center also boasts a model of a space shuttle, along with rocks actually collected from moon walks.

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology

Hwy 838, Midland Provincial Park, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0 · 403-823-7707

When this badlands area was semi-tropical, dinosaurs roamed Alberta. Now, millions of years later, their fossilized remains are being unearthed, revealing extensive data about their existence and biology. This museum tracks the information and collects as much material and intellectual data as possible about the giant reptiles. It also boasts the largest display of complete skeletons anywhere. Although the museum is an hour and a half 's drive from Calgary, it's absolutely worth the effort..

Glenbow Museum

130 9th Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0P3 · 403-268-4100

This celebrated museum has received both critical and popular acclaim for its excellent displays. Dedicated to tracking western Canada's history and heritage, the Glenbow fills three stories with information on native peoples, European settlers and cultures from around the world. With realistic displays, life in Canada's early years is detailed, providing a glimpse of hardships, joys and domestic life. In the museum are also a collection of minerals, an extensive archive, an exhibit on Canada's military and art from across the globe. A comprehensive look at the country's growth, this museum is a must-see for kids and adults alike.

Aero Space Museum

4629 McCall Way NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8A5 · 403-250-3752

In a mid-20th century hangar rests a collection of aviation memorabilia that traces the development of flight in general and its history in Calgary. Restored planes, aircraft engines and a wealth of documentation make up the collection, which is gathered in hopes of teaching and entertaining the public. Many of the planes are in a state of disrepair, waiting for reconditioning, but the fact that they have been preserved at all is a major coup for the museum, which preserves aircraft in danger of being destroyed. In addition to the planes, you'll also find uniforms, photos, a library and gift shop.