CORE Shopping Centre is a vibrant downtown Calgary mall with a good selection of stores and restaurants. A highlight for many is the peaceful top-floor garden, a relaxing spot to enjoy food or listen to occasional piano music. The mall connects to the city's extensive +15 walkway system. While generally not very crowded, some visitors advise being cautious. A notable feature is a fantastic store supporting Indigenous artists, offering many locally crafted items. The biggest challenges are that restrooms are only on the top floor and navigating between floors can be confusing as the escalators are not all in the same place.
I love this shopping center but I hate they close so early everyday.
January 2026
I’ve been visiting this mall frequently lately and my favorite spot has to be the top floor in the garden. Very peaceful to bring a book and relax, enjoy some food. If you’re lucky you might catch someone play a nice tune on the piano!
January 2026
5 starts for the great idea 💡 of living forest in a mall love the atmosphere
