Getting to Kensington is Easy!

Historic Kensington is located just minutes from the Downtown. This beautiful neighbourhood has a wide choice of unique cafes, pubs, and restaurants. There are exceptional local shops and personal services to meet all your needs.  Come find your favourite spot today!
Sunnyside CTrain station in Kensington, Calgary

By Public Transit

Kensington is easily accessible by Calgary’s Light Rail Transit (CTrain). The Sunnyside LRT Station,located just east of 10 Street NW, places you steps from the heart of the neighbourhood.

Travelling from downtown Calgary? Simply board a westbound train on the Crowfoot line. In justminutes, you’ll cross the Bow River and arrive in Sunnyside. An easy and convenient way to reachKensington.Several bus routes also service the area, including routes 1, 4, 5, 65, 89, 305, and 414, offeringadditional connections from across the city.

For routes, schedules, and trip planning, visit Calgary Transit.

On Foot or by Bicycle

Getting to Kensington is easy on foot or by bike! Connected to the scenic Bow River Pathway,Kensington is part of Calgary’s extensive pathway network, offering an enjoyable way to explore thecity.

Whether you’re commuting or visiting, the pathway system leads you directly into the heart of theneighbourhood, with beautiful river views and convenient access points along the way. Pedestriansand cyclists can cross into Kensington via nearby bridges, including the iconic Peace Bridge, making itsimple to connect from downtown and surrounding communities.

Discover Kensington at your own pace.
To learn more about Calgary’s pathway system
Bow River Pathway looking toward downtown Calgary from Kensington, with Poppy Plaza in view

Parking In Kensington

If you are driving, Kensington offers more than 700 convenient parking stalls, bothabove and below ground, making it easy to explore the neighbourhood.
Parking area in Kensington, Calgary

How to Pay for Parking

On-street: Pay MachinesPay machines take coins and credit cards. All you have to do is enter the four digit zone number for the area in which you are parked and your licence plate.
On-street: Pay MachinesPay machines take coins and credit cards. All you have to do is enter the four digit zone number for the area in which you are parked and your licence plate.
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Virtual Pay Machine: Want to pay for your parking but don’t feel like creating an account?
Park Plus Web App
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Parking Tips

Check out Lido Parkade and St.John’s Parkade. Perfect to keep vehicles away from the hot sun!

Street Parking is free on Sundays!