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101 9th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 1J9 Canada +1 403 266 7171 http://www.calgarytower.com/ |
Although some of downtown Calgary's office towers are actually taller, the Calgary Tower remains the city's most distinctive landmark. Officially opened in 1968, it remains a popular visitor attraction, providing a panoramic view of the mountains to the west and the surrounding foothills and prairie. On the observation deck there is access to binoculars, multimedia information kiosks and the thrilling Glass Floor Experience. The dining room rotates, allowing visitors the chance to relax with a meal while viewing the entire city from their window-side tables at the Panorama Dining Room. Tops Grill, located above the observation deck, is open seasonally and offers a light menu. Admission: Adults $11.95, Seniors (65+) $10.95, Youth (6-17) $9.95, Child (5 and under) $7.44. One free child per paid adult. Prices do no include tax. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not your average mall |
202, 200 Barclay Parade Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 4R5 Canada +1 403 264 6450 http://www.eauclairemarket.com/ |
Located at the northern edge of downtown, the market is home to numerous restaurants and theatres. You'll also discover a unique selection of retailers not usually seen in suburban malls, including specialty stores dedicated to children's and women's clothing, imported art and handicrafts, and extraordinary gifts. High-end dining is an option at several cafes in the market proper, while several others, including the Hard Rock Cafe, Joey Tomato's Kitchen, and the tiny 1886 Cafe, are in the immediate vicinity. Other features include an IMAX theatre; Cinescape, a multi-screen first-run movie theatre and entertainment arcade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A natural treasure |
Box 2780 15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE Calgary, AB T2P 0Y8 Canada +1 403 297 5293 http://www.fish-creek.org |
Canada's largest urban park stretches some 20 kilometres from the T'suu Tina Reserve at 37th Street to the Bow River's banks in the east, covering much of the southern breadth of the city and dividing established and newer suburbs. Running along shallow, winding Fish Creek, the park is a labyrinth of walking and cycling paths, peppered by groves of mature trees and open meadows. The park features no organized recreational grounds, with day usage intended instead for walking, cycling, blading or picnicking, although tobogganing is popular in the winter. Stables are at one end of the park, and at the far east and south end is the man-made Lake Sikome beach and swimming area. In between are endless acres of largely unspoiled land, where visitors often spot deer or beaver. Archaeological work indicates the Fish Creek valley has been used extensively by humans for more than 2,000 years. To protect this unique area, the province declared it a park in 1975. The Fish Creek Environmental Learning Center, at the west end of the park, is intended primarily for school groups. At the east end, the Bow Valley Ranch Visitor Center, a small bakery cafe, and a more upscale sit-down restaurant, dubbed The Ranch, greet visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calgary Canada |
The Northeast is separated from the rest of the city by the Deerfoot Trail, a freeway which carries most of Calgary's commuter traffic and is one of the most dangerous roads in Canada. Comprised mostly of older working-class neighborhoods interspersed with industrial areas, the Northeast is the place to find factory-outlet shopping, as well as the Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful and popular island |
1st Ave and 4 St SW Calgary, AB T2P 4R5 Canada +1 403 268 3888 |
Statistics say that Prince's Island is one of the most used urban parks in North America. Come here on a sunny day and you will not doubt it. Way back when, the Island was used to catch felled trees floating down the Bow River from logging projects upstream. Now this bit of serenity in downtown serves as a favourite venue for joggers, football tossers, family picnics, flocks of Canada Geese, buskers, Shakespearean actors and nearly every major festival that Calgary hosts. This is also a great place for a quiet paddle down the river. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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