Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Downtown East Village

"Observation Decks101 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta MoreLess Info. Located 1,228 meters above sea level, the Calgary Tower offers guests a high view of the entire city and two fine dining options. Through the Tower, guests can schedule a guided tour of the city."

"The iconic Calgary Tower opened to the public as Calgary’s tallest building in 1967. Today, the Calgary Tower is home to the highest 360° observation deck in the world."

"The Calgary Tower is a great spot to grab a bite to eat in their revolving restaurant while admiring the city views. 8 Day 14: time for the east coast… Toronto bound!"

"Located on a tiny island in the Bow River, directly north of the city center, Prince Island’s Park is where Calgary hosts its Folk Festival every year, with knee-slapping concerts alongside food and drinks. This urban park is a local favorite, thanks to its easy access to the city over the scenic Bow River Pathway. Recommended by local insider Patrick Twomey"

"Prince's Island Park features a playground, picnic areas, flower gardens, cross-country skiing, and a full service restaurant. The location also hosts the city's Canada Day celebration and the Calgary Folk Festival."

"This historical site chronicles Calgary's history between 1875 and the 1940s, allowing visitors to step back in time and explore the early days of the city through interactive exhibits, costumed interpreters,…"

"While taking a trip to the zoo may not be your first impulse on a cold winter’s day, in Calgary, it’s a tradition. Every year, from late November to early January, the Calgary Zoo hosts a huge event called Zoolights. Sip hot chocolate and wander through a winter wonderland of two-million beautiful lights, warm yourself at a crackling firepit, then get a picture with Santa himself."

"The Calgary Zoo is the king of family-friendly attractions in Calgary. Calgary Zoo is the second-largest zoo in Canada. As you’d expect, there’s a barrage of interesting animals and activities here."

"Canada's second largest zoo is home to more than 1,000 animals from all over the world, as well as a variety of fish and insects in natural habitat enclosures."

"True Villagers know, Village Ice Cream is a magical place where everything is amazing. They take pride in flavors local competitors don’t have on the menu and there’s something for every sweet tooth. Enjoy toasted coconut, huckleberry, melted chocolate, the signature Village Vanilla Bean, and more."

"With three locations under its belt (and one on the way!) this ice cream spot has come up with some incredibly tasty flavours. Their ever-changing menu keeps things interesting, but their friendly service and community spirit remain pretty constant. Where:  See locations here"

"With delicious flavour combinations, Abbey’s Creations in Bowness brings you ice cream, ice cream cakes, milkshakes, and bubble tea. Address: #13, 4703 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, ABWebsite:www.abbeyscreations.com"

"13 4703 Bowness Road NW – https://www.abbeyscreations.com/. Offers hard and soft ice cream made in house. At their shop you can get ulimited mix-ins with your ice cream."

"Variety Splash Park is among the attractions of South Glenmore Park. It has tennis courts, playgrounds, and trails for biking and hiking that are perfect for sports enthusiasts within its vicinity. The park is partnered with Variety Alberta."

"Do note that dogs are not allowed at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary so this is the only Calgary photography outdoor location on this list where furry friends will not be allowed. We will make sure to make a pit stop by the train tracks before entering the sanctuary – a favourite for little boys and girls. Then, once in the sanctuary, there will be water, massive trees, a red brick heritage house and lots of paths to explore and wild life to look for."

"The Inglewood Bird Sanctuary is a great way to spend a day, particularly if you time it right. The sanctuary is a spot for migratory birds to rest their wings awhile before setting off on the next leg of their journey (so certain times of the year are better for sightings of specific species). Over 270 species have been reported here since the sanctuary’s inception in the 50 years the land has been open to the public."

"The Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre have been providing migratory birds with a place to rest their wings since 1929. It is a perfect place for a short trip with the whole family. Learn more about Inglewood Bird Sanctuary"

"Though Heritage Bakery and Deli in Killarney carries imported foodstuffs, European home-style, handmade foods are the mainstay. Borscht, hand-pinched perogies, cabbage rolls, garlic sausage and potato pancakes are available fresh or frozen to take home. But with food this delicious, who can wait?"

"North and South Glenmore Parks border the Glenmore Reservoir, making you feel like you’re lakeside. Weaselhead Flats links the two parks and provides natural areas, making you forget you are still within city limits. These parks feature a little bit of everything, from paved pathways to hiking trails through the trees, a waterpark, a new bike pump track, and a sailing club."

"As one of Calgary's largest parks, Weaselhead Flats has lots to offer visitors including:. Weaselhead Flats is easily reached via the Elbow River pathways from the inner city that span around the Glenmore Reservoir. This park is known for its wide diversity of plant and wildlife, a main attraction for many park goers."

"You can really see how big the area is and what an amazing job the city has done at preserving it. I love taking photos at the very top before going down the hill to access the waterfront. The trees, winding paths and bridges offer a huge variety of backdrops for portrait photography."

"Our favorite – favouritest (sorry I ran out of superlatives here) spot in Calgary. Colorful, vibrant, and lively lane – this is the Stephen Avenue Walk. Also my favorite because it is sprinkled with historical facts in every nook and corner of this lane (so watch out for those)."

"Stephen Avenue Walk is a popular spot for tourist and locals. This pedestrian walkway is full of shops, cafes and restaurants. It is the most historic street in the city, where you will find some of Calgary’s most beautiful and historic buildings."