5 City Tours in Calgary Worth Booking

1.3-Hour Sightseeing Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 940 reviews · 3 hours · from $49Our pick

Start at Calgary Tower and ride through downtown, East Village, Stampede Park, Heritage Park, and WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park. Your English-speaking guide explains Calgary’s railway roots, Stampede culture, and 1988 Olympic story, with three short stops for photos. Guides such as Adam, Adelaide, Jen, and Janessa are known for lively, personal commentary.

“Perfect introduction to Calgary with a knowledgable, friendly guide! Would definitely recommend this, great value way to see the city.”

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2.Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $5Best value

Spend about three hours walking Calgary’s downtown with a local English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll see Stephen Avenue, the Central Library, City Hall, Wonderland, the +15, The Bow, Devonian Gardens, and Fairmont Palliser. The $5 booking fee covers reservations, while guides work for gratuities.

“It’s a great introduction to the sights of Calgary if you want to explore further yourself or just want to spend a few hours exploring Calgary.”

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3.City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 271 reviews · 3 hours · from $5

Spend three hours walking Calgary with a local English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Starting at The Edison, you’ll see Stephen Avenue, City Hall, The Bow, Calgary Tower, Devonian Gardens, and the Plus 15 pathways. Guides such as Sydney, Joshua, Daniel, Darryl, and Liz bring local stories, practical food tips, and an easygoing pace.

“It was informative and the commentary was given by someone who loves Edmonton and admits it and wants you to love it just as much”

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4.3.5-Hour Bus City Tour with Gasoline Alley Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 205 reviews · 3h 30m · from $55

Ride from the Calgary Tower through East Village, Inglewood, the Beltline, Heritage Park, and Canada Olympic Park. Stop at Scotsman’s Hill and another city viewpoint, then explore Gasoline Alley Museum. English-speaking guides such as Adelaide and Amanda add local stories, while a comfortable bus covers a lot of ground in one afternoon.

“Absolutely Amazing! The guides were really knowledgeable about every corner of the town, totally recommended!”

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5.Calgary City Highlights 2 Hour E-Scooter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Ride an Apollo Air 2022 e-scooter through Calgary with an English-speaking guide. You’ll practice before setting out, then visit Stephen Avenue, Olympic Plaza, the Central Library, Prince’s Island Park, the Bow River Pathway, Peace Bridge, and downtown landmarks. Guides such as Jamie, Morgan, Toby, and Ewan are known for patient instruction and useful local tips.

“Ewen did a wonderful job as tour host and is very knowledgeable on the area sites. The scooters were top notch and work well for beginners. The stop points and duration are flexible.”

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