Calgary History Bus Tour with Heritage Park Admission

Calgary History Bus Tour with Heritage Park Admission

This guided bus tour offers the perfect introduction to Calgary's blend of modern cityscape and frontier heritage. Over 1.5 hours, your knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories and local insights as you travel through Calgary's streets and landmarks, revealing how the city's present connects to its storied past. The tour culminates at Heritage Park Historical Village, where you can step back in time and explore Western Canada's history at your own pace.

The guided portion takes you through Calgary's heart with insightful commentary about key places, notable characters, and important events that shaped the city. You'll stop at an ideal viewing spot for photos and city panoramas before continuing to Heritage Park, one of Canada's largest living history museums.

What is Included

• 1.5-hour guided bus tour of Calgary
• Admission to Heritage Park Historical Village
• Detailed multilingual maps for self-guided exploration
• Food voucher redeemable at any Heritage Park dining venue

Good to Know

The guided bus tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours, after which you can explore Heritage Park at your leisure. The tour is suitable for all ages, with Heritage Park offering engaging activities for families. Your food voucher can be used at any dining location within the park. Some areas may have limited wheelchair accessibility, so check in advance for specific needs.

At Heritage Park, you'll discover over 180 exhibits spanning Western Canada's history from the 1860s to 1950s. Explore Heritage Town Square's vintage shops, visit Gasoline Alley Museum's classic vehicles, ride historical streetcars (subject to availability), and tour the 1860s Fur Trading Fort and First Nations Encampment. The park also features amusement rides, family activities, and special events throughout the year.

If you're planning to explore more of Alberta's heritage sites, consider adding the Calgary Heritage Walking Tour to discover the city's historic downtown on foot, or venture further afield with a Banff National Park day trip from Calgary to experience the region's natural heritage alongside its cultural history.