The 4 Best Walking Tours in Calgary

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $5Our pick

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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2.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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3.Calgary Downtown: 2-Hour Introductory Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 216 reviews · 2 hours · from $21

Begin at Municipal Plaza and follow an English-speaking guide through Calgary’s origins, East Village, public art, historic buildings, Chinatown, the +15 walkway system, and Stephen Avenue. Guides such as Adelaide, Linda, Jodi, and Freddie adapt the pace and stories to the group. The route runs rain or shine and is wheelchair accessible.

“Great tour, Lynda gave us a great insight into the history, art work, local info in a friendly and very informative way. Well worth doing.”

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4.Street Art & Craft Beer Walking Tour w/ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 3 hours · from $89Top rated

Join Toonie Tours for a three-hour walk through Calgary’s mural districts, with beer stops at Bottlescrew Bill’s, Trolley 5, and another local venue. You’ll see major street art, hear its stories, and sample local brews. Guides including Daniel, Darryl, Jamie, and Mario have led recent outings. Bring ID, cash, and comfortable shoes.

“Excellent tour with Daniel. Saw some terrific mural art in downtown Calgary. Stops at two beer serving establishments was an added treat.”

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