#ExploreDowntownYYC Walking tours

Get ready for an adventure through the heart of Calgary by signing up for a Downtown Walking Tour! From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, these Walking Tours provide something for everyone. Lace up your sneakers and prepare for a fun-filled exploration!

Explore downtown with these Walking Tours.

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Explore Calgary's history

Haunted Tours
Calgary ghost tours are a staple attraction in Calgary and are easily recognized by the capes they wear while they tour the city. Learn more about some of our city’s most historic neighbourhoods. The tours run all year round but sell out much faster in October.

BUMP Festival Mural Tours 
BUMP Mural Tours guide you through Calgary’s open air street art gallery! See 20+ murals in the heart of the Beltline, marvel at record breaking artworks, celebrate local history, and learn about the most iconic murals in the city. 

CalgaryWalks & Bus Tours
This tour tells the story of downtown Calgary from its early beginnings to the lively urban centre it is today. Tours guides lead a historical walking tour to major landmarks at a comfortable pace, through Stephen Avenue and along the Bow River Pathway.

History Wrangler Tours 
The Historic Wrangler Tour offers tours of Downtown Calgary and a special "Haunted Cowtown" tour that gives unique perspectives into the history of the city on guided walking tours. Tours last between 2 and 3 hours and begin at the Calgary Tower.

Calgary Walking Tour
Learn a piece of Calgary's history on a guided walking tour of two central neighborhoods in the city.

Calgary Tip-Based Walking Tour
Discover the highlights of Calgary on this tip-based guided walking tour. Learn about Calgary’s history as you walk around to iconic attractions, including the Calgary Tower, Stephen Avenue Walk, Central Library, City Hall, and more. Learn about Calgary’s must-do experiences and receive recommendations for food, entertainment, and nightlife from your guide.

Downtown Self-Guided Walking Tour
Downtown Calgary encapsulates the city's past and present, blending historic architecture with modern attractions and cultural experiences. Plan your visit now and enable yourself to experience the charm and energy of this vivacious district with the help of our self-guided walk.

Exploring The Confluence
The land at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers has been a meaningful place for many peoples since time immemorial. Its importance predates the arrival of the Northwest Mounted Police in 1875. This self-guided audio tour shares some of the significance of this place, past and present, to the Blackfoot, Tsuut’ina, and Métis Nations. As you walk around the site, you can listen to these tracks to learn about the layers of this place.

Photo of Downtown Calgary looking south over the Centre Street bridge, with purple and pink skies at sunrise

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Photo of Downtown Calgary looking south over the Centre Street bridge, with purple and pink skies at sunrise

Taste the City 
Offers a self-guided tasting experience where you book online, receive a code, and enjoy curated plates and mocktails at three to five surprise restaurants all within walking distance. No need to worry about menus or payments! Simply choose your neighbourhood and date, then relax and savour the evening.

Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour
Discover Calgary's culinary icons on a downtown food tour. Enjoy 4 pairings, a chef’s demo at The Fairmont Palliser, savoury tastings on Stephen Avenue, visit to a chocolate maker, and dessert finale.

Toonie Tours' Street Art & Craft Beer Tour 
Showcases some of Calgary's favourite brewpubs while introducing you to Calgary's vibrant public art scene.

Calgary Street Art & Craft Beer Tour
Combine street art and craft beer with this small-group tour around Calgary. Start the tour sampling a few beers, then head out to the Beltline Urban Mural Project to admire a selection of street art murals, while learning more about the art and artists with exclusive information and stories. End the tour with more craft beer at a local brewery.

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