Where should I park?

The Palliser Parkade is connected to the Calgary Tower, located at 120 -10th Avenue SW and can be easily accessed via 9th Avenue or 10th Avenue. The Palliser Parkade offers hourly and daily rates. For more information about rates and location please visit the Impark website.

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How do I get to the Tower using Calgary Transit?

The Calgary Tower is accessible by many bus routes and is only a short walk from many downtown C-Train stations. The closest bus stops are 5518, 3884, and 7380 and the closest C-Train stations are 1st Street SW or Centre Street. Please visit Calgary Transit to plan your trip.

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How do I get to the Calgary Tower on foot?

The Calgary Tower is attached to the Plus 15 walkway system, a handy way to get around the downtown core in inclement weather. The Tower is located in the section that connects such places as the Fairmont Palliser Hotel, Tower Centre, the Calgary Marriott Hotel, the Glenbow Museum, the Telus Convention Centre, the Hyatt Regency Hotel, and the Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts.

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When did construction start on the Calgary Tower?

Construction on the Calgary Tower began on February 19, 1967 and was completed in June 1968.

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How much did the Calgary Tower cost to build?

The Calgary Tower cost $3.5 million dollars to build.

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Why was the Calgary Tower built?

The Calgary Tower was built to celebrate Canada’s 100th birthday.

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Who designed the Calgary Tower?

W.G Milne, with A. Dale and Associates were the architects who designed the Calgary Tower.

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Where can I eat close to the Calgary Tower?

The Calgary Tower is located in the heart of Calgary’s exciting down town and one block from Stephen Avenue Walk. Stephen Avenue Walk is a pedestrian mall, filled with entertainment, shops and restaurants. You can find Stephen Avenue Walk on 8 Ave SW; where stretches from 4 ST SW to 1 ST SE.

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What is Calgary’s population?

In 2016 Calgary had a population of 1.2 million people.

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How do I buy my ticket?

Advance tickets can be purchased here. Calgary Tower visitors can also purchase admission tickets upon their arrival from one of our guest service representatives.

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When is SKY 360 Restaurant and Lounge open?

Brunch

Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM - 2 PM

 

Cocktails & Limited Menu

Saturday & Sunday: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Dinner 

Monday-Sunday: 5 PM - 11:30 PM*

Saturday & Sunday: 5 PM - 12 AM**

*Last reservation accepted at 9 PM

**Last reservation accepted at 10 PM

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Does the Calgary tower have free WIFI?

Yes, free WIFI is offered to visitors of the Calgary Tower with the purchase of admission to the observation deck.

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Do you have wheel chair access?

Yes, the Calgary Tower and SKY 360 Restaurant and Lounge have wheel chair access.

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Are dogs or other animals allowed in the Calgary Tower?

The Calgary Tower does not allow pets in to the building, however service dogs are welcome.

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I have a license to carry a concealed weapon, am I allowed to take it to the Calgary Tower?

The Calgary Tower does not allow weapons of any kind into the building.

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Am I allowed to take a video camera to the Calgary Tower?

The Calgary Tower welcomes all guests to take photos for private use. If you feel you have a special photo of the view from the Calgary Tower or of the Calgary Tower, we welcome you to share the photo with us at info@calgarytower.com.

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