3 Best Sights in Alberta, Canada

Located two blocks north of the Churchill Light Rail Transit (LTR) station, this 400,000-square-foot museum is the largest in western Canada and one of Canada’s top museums. It offers 13 curatorial programs ranging from quaternary paleontology to western Canadian history. The highlight here is the Human History Hall, which celebrates the innovation, culture, and resilience of Indigenous people. Marvel at a 1,600-year-old roasting pit used by Blackfoot people to cook feasts, and discover the intricate floral beading techniques used by Métis people. This poignant exhibit also bears witness to the often difficult narratives resulting from the First Nations' contact with European settlers.

Opened on the Stampede Grounds in 2024, the Sam Centre offers interactive exhibits (both permanent and changing) exploring the history of the Stampede and the people that have defined it. For the first time, Calgary has an attraction that tells the Stampede story year-round, and not just in July. Maisie Eatery sells pastries, sandwiches for both breakfast and lunch, coffee, and drinks every day.

Founded by the late Peter and Catharine Whyte, two Banff artists, this museum exhibits artworks, artifacts, and other items relating to the cultural heritage of the Canadian Rockies. Many of the earliest photos of Banff National Park can be found here, either on the walls or in the archives.