Calgary Attractions and Events
Located near the International Airport in Northeast Calgary, the Days Inn Calgary Airport hotel offers easy access to local attractions and events the entire family can enjoy:
Calaway Park
Calaway Park is Western Canada's largest outdoor family amusement park. Only 10 km west of Calgary, there are a variety of rides including a large log flume, a corkscrew roller coaster and a 56-passenger swing ride.
Calgary Tower
The Calgary Towers is an impressive free standing observation tower 191 metres high, the heart of downtown Calgary. Enjoy supper in the Sky 360, a revolving restaurant that gives customers a full view of the scenic downtown area.
Telus Spark: The New Science Centre
The Telus Spark: New Science Centre interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations and educational demonstrations. Every year, three travelling exhibits visit the science center. While there be sure to check out:
- • Creative Kids Museum
- • HD Digital Dome Theatre
- • Outdoor Brainasium Park
- • Inspiration Stage With Daily Demonstrations
Calgary Flames Hockey Club
One of Canada’s premiere NHL clubs, make sure to catch a game while you’re in town! The Flames play at the Scotiabank Saddledome, about 15 minutes from the Days Inn Calgary Airport.
Calgary Stampede & Rodeo
A popular 10-day event held every summer in Calgary, the Stampede attracts people from all over the world for world class rodeo events, exhibitions and festivals. Grab some cowboy boots and a hat, and join in!
Calgary Stampeders Football
Experience Canada’s best on the football field with a Stampeder’s game at McMahon Stadium, less than 20 minutes from the Days Inn Calgary Airport hotel.
Calgary Zoo
The Calgary Zoo is the second largest zoo in Canada. Current exhibits include: Destination Africa, Canadian Wilds, Australia, Botanical Gardens, Eurasia, Prehistoric Park & South America. If you are visiting during December, be sure to check out the Zoolights exhibit, one of Canada's great holiday light shows!