Western Canadian Place, Calgary

Name: Western Canadian Place
Address: 707 8 Avenue SW, Calgary, Canada

#73 among attractions in Calgary

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Western Canadian Place is an office tower complex located in the downtown core of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It consists of two buildings, the taller North Tower and the shorter South Tower. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1983 (41 years ago)Architectural style: ModernFloors: 41Coordinates: 51°2'45"N, 114°4'37"W

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707 8 Avenue SWDowntown CalgaryCalgary Canada

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Western Canadian Place – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Core Shopping Centre, Prince's Island Park, Centennial Planetarium, Bankers Hall.

~1390 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Core Shopping Centre, Calgary
7 min walk • The Core Shopping Centre is a premier retail destination nestled in the heart of downtown Calgary, Canada. This shopping haven is not merely a place to purchase goods but a vibrant hub of urban life, offering a unique blend of retail, dining, and entertainment options.
0.7 miN
Park, Island, Playground
Prince's Island Park, Calgary
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Calgary, Canada, Prince's Island Park is an urban sanctuary offering a serene escape from the city's bustling streets. This verdant oasis spans across 20 hectares of meticulously maintained parkland, situated on an island in the Bow River.
0.6 miW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Centennial Planetarium, Calgary
15 min walk • The Centennial Planetarium, a beacon of astronomical discovery, proudly stands in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This educational landmark, designed to engage and inspire, has been a cornerstone for space enthusiasts and curious minds since its opening.
~1840 ftE
Tower, Postmodern architecture
Bankers Hall, Calgary
9 min walk • Rising prominently in the heart of downtown Calgary, Bankers Hall stands as a testament to the city's thriving financial sector and cosmopolitan flair. Comprising twin skyscrapers, Bankers Hall East and West, the complex is an iconic part of the Calgary skyline, with...
~1850 ftE
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Devonian Gardens, Calgary
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Calgary, Devonian Gardens is an urban oasis spanning one hectare, offering a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling cityscape. Established in 1977, this indoor park is a botanical marvel located on the top floor of The CORE Shopping...
0.4 miE
Skyscraper, Modernist architecture
Stephen Avenue Walk, Calgary
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, Stephen Avenue Walk stands as a vibrant testament to the city's cultural and historical richness. This bustling pedestrian mall, characterized by its array of historic buildings, offers visitors a unique blend of shopping...
~920 ftE
Tower
Eighth Avenue Place, Calgary
5 min walk • Eighth Avenue Place is a 1,850,000 sq ft twin-tower building complex located in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The complex includes a 49-storey 212 m East tower, 40-storey 177 m West office tower, and a three-storey indoor urban park.
0.5 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Grand, Calgary
14 min walk • The Grand, stylized as The GRAND, is the oldest theatre in the downtown core of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In its current incarnation, it houses and operates the 436-seat Flanagan Theatre and a rehearsal space, the Studio.
0.6 miW
Park, Skate park, Music venue
Millennium Park, Calgary
16 min walk • Millennium Park also known as Shaw Millennium Park is a skatepark in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on the western end of downtown Calgary, on the site of the former Mewata Stadium adjacent to Mewata Armouries.
0.6 miE
Neighbourhood
Stephen Avenue, Calgary
15 min walk • Stephen Avenue is a major pedestrian mall in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The mall is the portion of 8 Avenue SW between 4 Street SW and 1 Street SE. It is open to vehicles only from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The street is known for some of Calgary's finest restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars.
~1620 ftNW
Neighbourhood
Downtown West End, Calgary
8 min walk • The Downtown West End is a neighbourhood within the western portions of downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It is bounded to the north by the Bow River, to the east by 9th Street W, to the south by the CPR Tracks and to the west by 14th Street W.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Western Canadian Place?

Nearby attractions include Nexen Building, Calgary (3 min walk), Eighth Avenue Place, Calgary (5 min walk), Calgary Design District, Calgary (6 min walk), Gerry Thomas Gallery, Calgary (7 min walk).

How to get to Western Canadian Place by public transport?

The nearest stations to Western Canadian Place:

Bus

9 Avenue west of 6 Street SW • Lines: 112, 66 (2 min walk)
NB 6 St SW @ 7 Ave SW • Lines: 301 (3 min walk)

Light rail

7 Street Southwest • Lines: 201, 202 (3 min walk)
6 Street Southwest • Lines: 201, 202 (4 min walk)

Train

Calgary (13 min walk)