Explore Nanton

Downtown Main Street in Nanton

Explore Nanton

Small Town. Big Character.

Step outside Main Street Suites and discover the character of downtown Nanton. Wander among antique, gift and specialty shops, enjoy locally owned cafés and restaurants, or explore the museums and historic sites that tell the story of this Southern Alberta community. Whether you’re staying for one night or making a weekend of it, there is plenty to discover within an easy walk or short drive.

Discover Something Different

Vintage propeller aircraft inside a museum hangar, with grain elevators visible through the open doors

History & Museums

Aviation history, heritage buildings and Nanton’s restored grain elevators.

Sunlit antique shop interior filled with vintage furniture and collectibles

Antiques & Shopping

Browse antique stores, books, art, gifts, candy and locally made treasures.

Latte, berry pastry and salad on a café table by a window looking onto the street

Food & Drink

Relax over coffee, enjoy freshly baked treats or discover a locally owned restaurant.

Paved prairie path beside a pond and picnic table, with mountains on the horizon

Outdoor Adventures

Visit a park, play a round of golf or enjoy one of Nanton’s seasonal markets and rodeos.

Local Highlights

History Comes Alive

  • Bomber Command Museum of Canada
  • Canadian Grain Elevator Discovery Centre
  • MacEwan Schoolhouse Visitor Information Centre

Shop and Wander

  • Historic Main Street
  • Antique and Art Walk
  • The Candy Store
  • Local book, gift and specialty shops

Enjoy the Outdoors

  • Nanton Golf Club
  • Community parks and walking areas
  • Nanton Nite Rodeo
  • Seasonal farmers’ market

Stay in the Heart of Nanton

Make Main Street Suites your comfortable home base while you explore the shops, restaurants, museums and attractions of Nanton.