(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Downtown Calgary a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

3 Reviews 4.67 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Calgary, Canada

Loading Options

45 to 90 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the heart of downtown Calgary!

You'll see & hear about the many historical buildings, statues, people, skyscrapers, sculptures & theatres that call downtown Calgary home.
Highlights from the 4 km route include Calgary City Hall, Calgary Tower, Fairmont Palliser Hotel, Stephen Avenue, the Grand Theatre & more!

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

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

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

It's yours! Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route.

Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.

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
  • Attraction tickets
  • Smartphone or tablet
  • Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
See 3 moreSee 4 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calgary
AB T2G 0J2, Canada

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

1st St SE & 5 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G 5J7, Canada

The tour ends just a few blocks from the start of the tour at the Calgary City Hall.

What To Expect

Calgary (Pass By)

The following are highlights from the Discover Downtown Calgary Walking Tour. In total, you’ll enjoy 30 audio points of interest in this immersive, self-guided audio tour—including the Calgary Tower, Stephen Avenue, Devonian Gardens, and much more!
Read more

Family of Horses statue (Pass By)

We'll point out this unique sculpture and tell you about it's origin.
Read more

Arts Commons (Pass By)

It's the size of a city block, so you don't really NEED us to point it out, but we will anyways! We'll also tell you about what's inside!
Read more

Calgary Tower (Pass By)

You'll definitely see this one too, but we'll tell you about why you may want to take a trip up!
Read more

Fairmont Palliser (Pass By)

One of the most beautiful hotels you'll ever see! We'll tell you a bit about it's origin and ties to the creation of Calgary!
Read more

Grain Exchange Building (Pass By)

You'll learn all about this historical building!
Read more

Eighth Avenue Place (Pass By)

We'll point out this incredible modern skyscraper and tell you a bit about it.
Read more

8 Avenue Southwest (Pass By)

We'll tell you about the origins of this popular street while you ogle at the high end retail stores and delicious smelling restaurants.
Read more

Calgary City Hall (Pass By)

You’ll hear the story behind Calgary City Hall. A striking sandstone landmark that has anchored the city’s civic life since 1911.
Read more

The Galleria Trees (Pass By)

While you stroll under the canopy of these metal trees, we'll tell about where they came from and what they mean.
Read more

301 8 Ave SW (Pass By)

CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE BUILDING.... We'll point out this historical and eye-catching building.
Read more

The Palace Theatre (Pass By)

You'll learn all about this still operating theatre!
Read more

Conversation Sculpture (Pass By)

You might miss it at first glance, but we'll point out and tell you about the two stone figures chatting on the sidewalk.
Read more

Alberta Hotel Building (Pass By)

You'll hear about why this heritage building was once the place to be in Calgary!
Read more

8 Avenue Southeast & Centre Street South (Pass By)

Five historical buildings in one tour stop! We'll point out the Bank of Montreal, Bank of Nova Scotia, Merchants Bank Building, Tribune Block & Calgary's oldest flour milling factory!
Read more

Hudson's Bay (Pass By)

We'll point out Hudson's Block, home to the very first Hudson's Bay Department store in the city!
Read more

1st Street Southeast (Pass By)

Rounding out our historical bank buildings is the impressive Toronto Dominion Bank Building. We'll throw in the Calgary Public Building for good measure!
Read more

Famous Five Statues (Pass By)

You'll see the 5 women honoured here and hear about how important they were to the women's rights movement.
Read more

Olympic Plaza (Pass By)

You’ll be surprised to learn that Olympic Plaza, built for medal ceremonies during the 1988 Winter Olympics, is now a dynamic downtown hub for festivals, performances, and public gatherings year-round.
Read more

The Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (Pass By)

We'll point out this small, but very impressive church.
Read more

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 (Pass By)

We'll show you both the Legion as well as the Grunwald Hotel and tell you about the importance they have on the City.
Read more

Devonian Gardens (Pass By)

You'll see the massive greenhouse and learn about what's inside. You may even want to take a peek yourself!
Read more

Knox United Church (Pass By)

Our second, slightly more impressive, historical church on the tour. They have a small cafe if you're thirsty, or tired, or both.
Read more

The GRAND (Pass By)

We'll point out the Grand Theatre and tell you about it's origins, as well as the historical Lougheed Block.
Read more

6 Avenue Southwest (Pass By)

You'll see the impressive Telephone & Utilities buildings from the turn of the century!
Read more

Odd Fellows Hall (Pass By)

You'll hear a bit about the hall that's not odd at all!
Read more

The Bow (Pass By)

Arguably the most impressive skyscraper in Calgary! We'll tell you who's inside, and suggest you walk through a giant head.
Read more

Fire Station No. 1 (Pass By)

We'll point out the oddly angled fire hall and tell you why it was built that way.
Read more

The Family of Man (Pass By)

The tour ends with some family time as you walk amongst the Family of Man Sculptures. We'll also tell you about the North-West Travelers Building as we tearfully say our goodbyes.
Read more
Show 27 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Downtown Calgary a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-214606P104

Reviews

4.67
3 reviews

Average 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 3 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
2
4 stars
1
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options

Similar Tours & Activities

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Likely to Sell Out

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

 8 to 10 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$104.26

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Peyto Lake, Crowfoot Tour from Calgary

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Peyto Lake, Crowfoot Tour from Calgary

7
 10 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$88.45

From Calgary: Drumheller Badlands Private Tour (Small Group)

From Calgary: Drumheller Badlands Private Tour (Small Group)

New To The Site!
 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$408.84

Airport Pickup & Private Tour from Calgary to The Rockies!

Airport Pickup & Private Tour from Calgary to The Rockies!

8
 2 to 3 hours  Hotel pickup offered
from
US$259.94

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Likely to Sell Out

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

 8 to 10 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$104.26

Explore Banff National Park with Our Premium Day Tour

Explore Banff National Park with Our Premium Day Tour

 10 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$118.93

Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based

Calgary City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based

 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$5

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip

 10 to 11 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$87.13

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • 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
  • Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
  • Attraction tickets
  • Smartphone or tablet
  • Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
  • **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or...

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 17,000+ happy customers.

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.