Guided tour

Calgary: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

4.57037 out of 5 stars
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4.57037 out of 5 stars
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Guided tour
Calgary: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
4.57037 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.57037 out of 5 stars
135 reviews

Meet new friends and explore the heart of Calgary, AB on this all-encompassing city walking tour. See Calgary's main highlights and hear entertaining stories of its history and culture.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

P
Pranay – Canada

Jamie was wonderful guy...got to know lot if information about the city...Much recommend

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Racquel – United States

We had a great walking tour with Darryl through downtown Calgary! He showed us a variety of art, sculptures, and unique architecture, making the city’s history and design come to life. It was especially interesting to learn about the different banks and how some have been repurposed over time. We also enjoyed discovering the indoor pathways for getting around the city—such a cool feature! Darryl was informative, engaging, and made the experience really fun. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see Calgary from a new perspective!

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    The Edison

  • Timeline stop icon

    Stephen Avenue Walk

    Guided tour, Walk (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Arts Commons

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Calgary Public Library Foundation

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Calgary City Hall

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    The Bow, Calgary

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

  • The Bow, Calgary

    Break time (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Downtown Calgary

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Calgary Tower

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Hidden gem

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Devonian Gardens

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    The Edison, Toonie Tours Calgary | City Tours, Bike & Scooter Rentals

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Make the most of your time in Calgary with an overview of the city
  • Receive exclusive discounts for more tours and attractions from your local guide
  • Snap pictures of incredible architecture and buildings along the way
  • Be guided through Calgary's maze in the Plus 15 system by a local guide
  • Receive some handy tips from your guide at the end of your adventure

Full description

Discover the dynamic city of Calgary with our 3-hour walking tour, guided by a local expert. As one of Canada's fastest-growing urban areas, Calgary presents a compelling mix of contemporary innovation and historical depth. This tour offers a unique exploration of how Calgary has influenced Alberta and contributed to Canada's larger story.

Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through Calgary's iconic locations, revealing hidden gems as you go. Delve into the local legends, cultural shifts, and drivers of the city's growth. With insightful commentary and useful tips, this tour ensures a comprehensive appreciation of Calgary's vibrant landscape.

Ideal for seasoned travelers who relish both the historical and the modern, this tour unveils Calgary's unique character, providing plenty of photo opportunities.

Operating on a tip-based system, you decide the worth of your experience. Whether you're exploring Calgary for the first time or revisiting with the aim to delve deeper, this tour is an essential journey into the soul of the city.

Includes

  • Knowledgable English-speaking tour guide
  • Passionately researched local history and culture
  • Recommendations for the best food, entertainment, and nightlife
  • Exclusive discounts for more tours and attractions from your local tour guide
  • Easy and direct route throughout Calgary's highlights
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Meeting point

Your guide will be holding a red umbrella outside of The Edison at the base near the public art of train tracks.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Credit card
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • The tour is roughly 7.5-kilometers/4.5 miles of walking

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 135 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Pranay – CanadaApril 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Jamie was wonderful guy...got to know lot if information about the city...Much recommend
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Racquel – United StatesApril 6, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a great walking tour with Darryl through downtown Calgary! He showed us a variety of art, sculptures, and unique architecture, making the city’s history and design come to life. It was especially interesting to learn about the different banks and how some have been repurposed over time. We also enjoyed discovering the indoor pathways for getting around the city—such a cool feature! Darryl was informative, engaging, and made the experience really fun. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see Calgary from a new perspective!
J
Jude – United KingdomFebruary 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Very informative guide was great very enjoyable experience

Product ID: 431570

Activity provider:Toonie Tours

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