8. Fort Calgary Historic Park

This historic attraction is located on the site of Calgary's original settlement. The town was founded in the late 1800s, when the North West Mounted Police (later to become the RCMP) arrived to stop settlers from selling liquor to Native Americans. That first fort gave rise to the metropolis that is Calgary today. The site that it occupied is now a 40-acre park along the river and features a visitor center, a host of exhibits, videos, trails and the reconstructed fort itself. Displays track the city's history with artifacts, memorabilia and interiors. The nearby Deane House, also an historic building, offers weekday lunches, Sunday brunch and occasional evening dinner theater.   (© 10Best)

Hours:

Daily 9am-5pm

Admission:

Adult CAD10.50; Senior (65+) CAD9.50; Student CAD9.50; Child (7-17) CAD6.50; Child (0-6) Free

Payment Methods:

Website: Visit the Fort Calgary Historic Park website »

Type: Family Friendly, Historic Sites, Military, Sightseeing, Tours and Excursions

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