Calgary's Beltline District: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

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Calgary, Canada

1 to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore Calgary's Beltline District!

On this sightseeing tour, you'll discover historical buildings, statues, churches, urban parks & the famous Stampede grounds.

Highlights include St. Mary's Cathedral, Central Memorial Park & Library, Senator Lougheed Residence, Chinook Arc & more! Don't just see the beauty of the Beltline District, hear what it has to say!

GPS map shows where you are & where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play.

The tour comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer.

Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch crowded tour groups, tight schedules & high prices.

Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route.

The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.

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What's Included

No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
Live GPS map shows route & your location
Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
Attraction tickets
Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
Smartphone or tablet
**Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Admission to Stampeded Grounds **only during the Calgary Stampede

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Calgary Public Library - Memorial Park

The tour starts with a stroll through the beautiful Central Memorial Park.

End point
Calgary Stampede

The tour ends with three points of interest in Calgary's Stampede Park. Please note that if the Stampede is running while you complete the tour, you will have to purchase a ticket to complete the last three stops.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 2 hours (approximately)
  • Calgary (Pass by)

    The following are highlights from the Beltline District Walking Tour. In total, you’ll enjoy over 23 audio points of interest in this immersive, self-guided audio tour—featuring the iconic Scotiabank Saddledome, historic Central Memorial Park & Library, vibrant Calgary Stampede Grounds, and much more!

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Memorial Park Library

    Calgary's Memorial Park Library is a historic Beaux-Arts building that has served as a cultural and literary hub since 1912.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Calgary Memorial Cenotaph. You'll learn a bit about this memorial as well as what the benches on either side signify.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Central Memorial Park

    Boer War Memorial. We'll point out this incredible statue honouring those who fought in the war.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We'll point out this super cool modern art creation that changes colours to match those around it.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    You'll stroll through this urban park while we tell about it's importance to the city.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Calgary Opera

    We'll point out this church turned opera home and tell you about the transformation.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Lougheed House

    As you walk around this fantastic old mansion, we'll tell you about the Senator Lougheed and his accomplishments.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Lougheed Architecture. On the other side of the home, we'll tell you a bit about how it was a modern feat for the time.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    You won't miss this one, but we'll point it out and tell you about it anyways. It's very unique... we'll leave it at that.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Hester Apartments. You'll see and learn a bit about this heritage apartment complex.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    You'll see the very first school ever built in Calgary with some modern amenities!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12

    Underwood Block Annex. We'll point out another historical building and tell you about it's importance

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13

    Findlay Apartments. You'll see and learn about one of the oldest apartment complexes in all of Calgary, as well as how it went from being an all male, to an all female building.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14

    George Cushing Residence. We'll point out this home built in 1906 and tell you about the man George Cushing himself.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 15

    We'll tell you all about the house that moved here.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Rouleauville Square

    As you stroll through the urban heritage park, we'll tell you about the Calgary's French connection.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Calgary Fire Hall #2

    Learn about one of the first two fire halls built in Calgary!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 18

    Lorraine Block. We'll point out this historical apartment block and tell you what rent went for 100 years ago!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Calgary Stampede

    As you enter the grounds, we'll give you an overview on the grounds and of course the Calgary Stampede itself! Note that admission to the grounds is required during the Stampede week.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Scotiabank Saddledome

    You'll see it, because it's huge, but we'll point it out anyways and tell you about the home to the NHL's Calgary Flames.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 21

    You'll see and learn about the historic building, and why it's being replaced by a new one.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 22

    The last stop on the tour, where all the action happens! You'll see the where the rodeo itself takes place and learn about it's roots.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Wonderland Sculpture (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bowness Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Stephen Avenue Walk (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Military Museums (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Gasoline Alley Museum (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calgary's +15 Skywalk (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • CF Chinook Centre (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calaway Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calgary Farmers' Market South (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Central Library (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Bow (Skyscraper) (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calgary Pathway System (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cold Garden Beverage Company (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Lougheed House (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Olympic Plaza (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Famous Five Statues (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • High Line Brewing (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Edworthy Park & Douglas Fir Trail (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Nose Hill Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Family Of Man (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Scotiabank Saddledome (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Peace Bridge (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • TELUS Spark Science Centre (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Hangar Flight Museum (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Riley Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Confederation Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Reader Rock Garden and Reader's Garden Cafe (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • North Glenmore Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Devonian Gardens (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Southcentre Mall (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. Patrick's Island Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Carburn Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Canada's Sports Hall of Fame (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Conversation Sculpture (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • McHugh Bluff Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calgary Sandy Beach Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • University of Calgary (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Stanley Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • South Glenmore Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Family Of Man (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calgary Tower (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bowmont Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Central Memorial Park (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you'll pass by it and can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free
  • Trees Sculptures (Pass by)

    Not a point of interest on the tour, but you can spend as much time here as you like.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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