Discover Calgary's vibrant street art scene on The Connaught Tour, an engaging journey through murals and cultural landmarks in the city's heart. Perfect for art lovers and explorers alike!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, with some walking involved
Wildlife
History
The Connaught neighborhood has roots dating back to early Calgary developments, now transformed by street artists into a living outdoor exhibit.
Conservation
The tour promotes appreciation and respect for public art and encourages responsible behavior to preserve murals for future visitors.
Beltline Urban Murals Project
Discover Calgary's vibrant street art scene on The Connaught Tour, an engaging journey through murals and cultural landmarks in the city's heart. Perfect for art lovers and explorers alike!
Beltline Urban Murals Project is a Calgary, Alberta nonprofit public art initiative that celebrates large-scale murals and outdoor artworks across the Beltline and downtown cores. Founded to grow public engagement with street art, the project produces the BUMP (Beltline Urban Mural Project) festival and coordinates guided mural programs that highlight work by local and global artists. During festival season the BUMP Guided Mural Tours are offered free to the public and showcase over 150 murals across neighbourhoods and corridors.
Tours include neighborhood-focused walks such as The Connaught Tour, The Central Tour, The Victoria Park Tour, and the Classic Tour, each revealing the stories, social themes, and creative processes behind featured pieces. The organisation also runs the BUMP Festival Tour and a Free Public Art Tour that explores public sculpture and outdoor galleries in Downtown Calgary. Guides provide historical context, artist perspectives, and community insights, with some walks described as personable and discussion-led.
Beltline Urban Murals Project supports cultural tourism, local artists, and accessible arts education by producing public programs and mapping mural locations for residents and visitors. The project’s events and tours are rooted in Calgary’s urban landscape, aiming to connect people with powerful visual narratives and neighborhood history. Information about schedules, festival dates, and tour meeting points is available through local event listings and the project’s announced programming. Public programs and tours attract residents, visitors, art students, and cultural organizations, offering accessible encounters with contemporary mural practice, artist stories, and the evolving visual identity of Calgary neighborhoods and history.
Murals
150+
Over 150 public murals
Tours Offered
6 Tours
Neighborhood and festival walks
Free Tours
Free options
Guided festival season tours
Location
Calgary, AB
Beltline and Downtown
Reserve a spot on free BUMP Guided Mural Tours or pick a neighbourhood walk through Beltline, Connaught, Victoria Park, or Downtown Calgary.
Wear comfortable shoes
Since the tour involves walking through urban streets, comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring your camera
Many murals are photo-worthy; bring a camera or smartphone to capture the artwork.
Check the weather forecast
The tour is outdoors, so dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Respect local art and spaces
Follow guidelines to avoid touching or damaging murals and artworks.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for covering multiple city blocks comfortably.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the colorful murals and city scenes.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Be prepared for outdoor weather conditions.
spring;summer;fall;winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walk through the neighborhood.