Alberta Weekend Getaways

Stroll through Mill Creek Ravine and marvel at the beautiful river sunsets. Stop at the legendary Little Brick Café for delectable desserts before hitting the floor at Sugar Swing Ballroom for some dancing classes.

Take a trip to Calgary Tower and get a 360°-view of this impressive city. Head to the Glenmore Reservoir and experience exciting activities like canoeing. Stop by Calgary Zoo to learn about conservation and endangered species.

Nordegg has plenty of sights to see such as Crescent Falls, and a wide range of activities such as horseback riding, fishing, and mountain biking. You can also cool off by the mountain stream as you marvel at the undulating landscapes.

Head to Sylvan Lake and cool off at Aqua Splash, Alberta's first floating water park. If you're an enthusiast of extreme water sports like flyboarding, then visit the Lakeshore Drive. End your day at the Meadowlands Golf Club which caters to beginners as well as veterans.

It offers a perfect weekend getaway with the kids. Explore the fascinating geological formations, have a photo moment with the dinosaur statues and wind down your day by grabbing a burger in one of the rustic restaurants.

Visit Bower Bonds and see some iconic sites of Alberta such as the amphitheatre, a fishing dock, and a pavilion. At the Discovery Wildlife Park, you’ll see a variety of local flora and fauna.

Start your tour with a ride on the SkyTram. Lookout and see downtown Jasper dotted with numerous gift shops. Make sure to visit Jasper National Park to enjoy the alluring aqua-coloured lakes.

Enjoy the calm of this beautiful water body surrounded by glacial mountains. Take a meditative walk through the hiking trails and spot a diverse range of local wildlife around this freshwater habitat.

Enjoy a Banff Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain to see its epic views. If you love snowboarding, then a stop at the Sunshine Village is a must. Visit the Whyte Museum and delve into the history of the Canadian Rockies.