Franklin
Calgary
Popular places to visit
Stampede Park
Stampede Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Calgary Zoo
Explore the botanical gardens to see a diverse array of exotic animals and view re-creations of interesting habitats from Africa to South America.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
University of Calgary
Explore the campus of University of Calgary, during your travels in Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Originally opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this fantastic attraction is now open to the public and boasts an impressive range of winter sport activities.
Grey Eagle Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grey Eagle Casino during your visit to Calgary? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Louise,Moraine/Johnston Canyon,Emerald ,Banff(optional:Gondola)
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake 1-Day Trip from Banff/Calgary
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Game at Scotiabank Saddledome
Top hotels in Franklin
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
Staff, restaurant, cleanliness, pool and hot tub, gym
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Best Western Plus Port O'Call Hotel
The staff was friendly and helpful. I had a problem with my phone and the front desk lady put effort in to help me and then called someone else to help when she couldn’t fix the problem. The issues was resolved and I really appreciated the care that was taken. Also the pool was great and I liked ...
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport
The staff wasn’t helpful. I felt unsafe in my room because of drug dealing going on next door. The dealers were bringing many people in to their room , going back and forth to the elevator to let them up.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Hotel 11, MOD A Sonesta Collection
this is a lovely hotel, modern design, comfortable and nice touches like espresso machine in the room. I will come again great value for money and a nice shuttle to and from the airport included.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
Overall the stay was good, from check in to room, however the shower is something else. Next to no water pressure, no spray as water just trickled out. Needs to be replaced and or clean
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Acclaim Hotel By CLIQUE
This place in generally a great place to stay, good location, great restaurant attached to the hotel, only issue is parking, the majority of the vehicles in the parking lot are people that leave there car there for weeks on end while on vacation! Would be great if they parked further away from the ...
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Franklin
Bridgeland
Check out the zoo while you're in Bridgeland. Hop on the metro at Bridgeland - Memorial Station and Calgary Zoo Station to see top sights like Calgary Zoo and Bow River.
Inglewood
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Inglewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Bow River or Inglewood Bird Sanctuary.
Ramsay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ramsay and surrounding area, you can visit Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome.
East Village
While visiting East Village, you might make a stop by sights like Fort Calgary Historic Park and Studio Bell.
Victoria Park
Well-liked for its architecture and sporting events, Victoria Park is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cowboys Casino and Scotiabank Saddledome, and jump on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to get around the city.
Downtown Calgary
CORE Shopping Centre and The GRAND are top sights in Downtown Calgary, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 3rd Street SW Station or 4th Street SW Station to see more sights in the area.
