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Calgary in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Calgary? Explore the western city. Here is how to spend one perfect day — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1City sightseeing
  2. 2Calgary Tower
  3. 3Stephen Avenue
  4. 4River pathways

Morning: downtown

The Calgary Tower and Stephen Avenue.

Afternoon: the river

Bike or walk the riverside pathways.

Evening: western fun

Dining, music and cowboy culture.

Calgary in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Calgary in one day?
Yes — explore downtown, the Calgary Tower and Stephen Avenue, ride the river pathways, and enjoy the city’s western dining and culture.
What is the best one-day tour from Calgary?
A city sightseeing tour, or a day trip to Banff or Drumheller, makes for a great single day from Calgary.
Is one day enough in Calgary?
One day suits the city; add a day for Banff and Lake Louise and another for the Columbia Icefield or Drumheller.