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The Scotiabank Saddledome

555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 2W1 , Canada
403 777 4636
Ranked #37 of 174 attractions in Calgary
3.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
Type: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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An older arena but if you are in the lower bowl or the first 15 rows of the second tier, it is a great view. Sound is generally excellent for concerts. Easily accessible from around the city on public transit and only a fifteen minute walk from downtown. Professional hockey (Flames - Sept to May) and professional lacrosse (Roughnecks -... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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There is always something going on from sporting events,concerts,etc. I find sometimes the sound system isn't great for concerts,and not all bands find the building good enough for their shows. More

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119 reviews 119 reviews
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85 helpful votes 85 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
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From parking to food to souvenirs, this place is just a money pit. Staff is terrible and if your not spending money constantly, they ignore you. $4.00 water, give me a break! Eat before you come. They are way over secured. Staff is ignorant and annoying. If you own suite here you are blackmailed every year to spend more money.... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

In 1988 it held our Olympic events but was a misnomer from the beginning ... how can you have a "saddle dome?" It is still a great venue on our Stampede grounds, but is slowly becomming dated. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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Uncomfortable seating for any one over four feet tall. A great facility for the hockey junkies and other exhibitions. Expensive parking. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012
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Not much to say. If you want to see a Concert or hockey game, This is where you go... Every venue needs more Women's washrooms! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

I always come here for hockey games, sooo many delicious restaurants More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

Good facility but the alcohol is insanely overpriced! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012
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One of the better sports arenas for a good view of the action. More

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See 22 more reviews by Leigh S for Calgary
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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Clean, well-staffed and with a wide variety of concessions and restaurants, the Dome houses a lot of activities in an organized way. Parking is expensive, but that's the same for any similar venue. More

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