Alberta / CALGARY TOURING & CANMORE ACCOMMODATION
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), opened on July 1, Canada Day,
2016. More than a museum, this 160,000 square-foot international hub for music in
Canada features five floors of exhibitions, three Canadian music halls of fame, and
multiple performance spaces where visitors can see live music and special events.
Snap photos of the building’s stunning, award-winning architecture inspired by
instrument cases and the Western Canadian landscape. Or rock out to interactive
activities that allow you to play the guitar, bang the drums, mix a track, or sing along
in a vocal booth. Admission includes daily tours and demos on the famed Kimball
Theatre Organ. New temporary exhibitions celebrating Canadian icons open quarterly.
Weekly concerts are held at the restored, legendary King Eddy live music venue, bar
and restaurant, showcasing a menu of Southern soul food-inspired classics.
Special “backstage” pass tours are also available, allowing music fans to go deeper
into Studio Bell’s artist spaces, world-class recording facilities, and NMC’s vast
collection. Get a behind-the-scenes look at notable artifacts that span 450 years of
music innovation and technology, including a 16th-century harpsichord, one of the
largest analog synthesizers in the world, and the legendary Rolling Stones Mobile
Studio! More info at studiobell.ca.
From $18
Heritage Park Historical Village
Heritage Park Riverforth Dining Car
Explore authentic interactive history, take a ride on a thundering steam train, become
an intrepid voyageur or fill a paper bag full of treats at the candy store. Visit Plains First
Nations people at the encampment or the impressive collection of antique vehicles
at the Gasoline Alley Museum. Gasoline Alley and the Plaza shops and restaurants
are open year-round. The Historical Village is open seasonally, complete with paddle
wheel boat, steam train, midway rides and horse-drawn wagon tours. This full-service,
interactive attraction is located only 15 minutes from downtown Calgary. Canada’s
largest living history experience celebrates the people, events and achievements that
define Western Canada today. Discover why Heritage Park has been recognized by
Destination Canada as a “Signature Experience”. What started out as an elegant solarium observation rail car in the Roaring Twenties,
ended up as a bare-bones work car, left to rust in a rail yard. The River Forth Dining Car
underwent an extensive restoration at Heritage Park Historical Village and returned
to the rails as an elegant 1920s style dining experience. Guests enjoy an exclusive
taste of the golden age of luxury travel with an exceptional culinary occasion aboard
the River Forth. The Executive Chef creates seasonal, locally sourced, 1920s-inspired
menus. Travel back to the ‘era of opulence’ aboard the River Forth Dining Car. Reserve
for groups of 20 - 36 for a private lunch or dinner, or individuals can join in on the
historical journey for lunch on Tuesdays throughout the summer season. Service for
groups can be arranged in a stationary setting or pulled along by the authentic steam
train.
From $27 Pricing on request
Winsport Canada
Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre
WinSport Canada Olympic Park is the perfect place to share Instagram moments of
adrenaline-fueled activities or to snap photos capturing the legacy of the 1988 Winter
Olympic Games. Fall eight stories on our free fall activity, ride North America’s fastest
zipline or jump into a bobsleigh with our professional pilot where you’ll hit up to 80
km/h riding down the historical track. As one of the key venues from the 1988 Winter
Olympic Games, visitors can take in the rich history of the Legacy facilities while also
seeing how it has evolved into a world-class training mecca for athletes from around
the world. Finish your visit by taking the scenic chairlift where you’ll see the iconic
ski jump tower and a stunning view of both the Calgary city skyline and the Canadian
Rocky Mountains. Enjoy an authentic mountain community nestled in the heart of the spectacular
Canadian Rockies when you visit the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre.
Located just 15 minutes from the town of Banff and one hour west of Calgary, the Coast
Canmore Hotel provides both accessibility and respite from the hustle and bustle. The
renovated guestrooms are designed to offer you a refreshing stay. All rooms feature
individual climate control, flat-screen TVs, triple sheeting and complimentary Wi-
Fi. The hotel also features an indoor pool and fitness centre. Come and discover a
new dining experience at Table Food + Drink which boasts quality ingredients and
Pricing on request From $186
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contemporary interpretation.
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