Edmonton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Edmonton
Edmonton
Edmonton
Edmonton
Edmonton
Visit this family-friendly city on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, known for its rich cultural scene and beautiful outdoor attractions.

Edmonton, the capital of the province of Alberta, is a bustling city full of attractions for the whole family. It boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, and lives up to its title as the “Festival City” by playing host to over 30 events throughout the year. Enjoy the outdoor life along its river valley or indulge in some serious retail therapy at the largest shopping centre in North America.

Lovers of the arts will be spoilt for choice with over 60 galleries and exhibition spaces, and many theatre and music venues. The larger institutions are centred around Sir Winston Churchill Square, in the city’s Arts District. Marvel at the modern architecture of the Art Gallery of Alberta, home to an excellent permanent collection of Canadian art, or attend a concert at the Winspear Centre and enjoy world-class acoustic engineering.

Discover up-and-coming artists and designers, as well as some of the most innovative theatre, when you explore the historic district of Old Strathcona. As the venue for both West Canada Fashion Week and the internationally renowned Edmonton International Fringe Festival, this is the creative hub of the city.

A tour around the Alberta Legislature Building will introduce you to the province’s political history. It is also an iconic Beaux-Arts building set in expansive grounds, perfect for the whole family to explore.

Edmonton is home to three fascinating open-air museums. Learn about the city’s 19th-century origins at Fort Edmonton Park, or see the history of Canada’s Eastern European community brought to life at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. For a trip back through the millennia, try Jurassic Forest, where you can explore the old-growth forest inhabited by fearsome dinosaurs.

For family fun concentrated all under one roof, you cannot beat West Edmonton Mall. It boasts over 800 shops, a theme park, a water park and an aquarium, amongst many other attractions.

Make time to escape the bustle of the city and explore the beautiful Edmonton River Valley. As the largest stretch of urban parkland in North America, you’ll have hours of fun hiking or cycling the trails, or canoeing along the water.

Where to stay in Edmonton

Art Gallery of Alberta showing cbd, art and modern architecture

Downtown Edmonton

4/5(7 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Edmonton. Rogers Place is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 102 Street Station or Bay-Enterprise Square Station to see more of Edmonton.

Downtown Edmonton
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West Edmonton

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of West Edmonton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.

West Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing drinks or beverages and interior views

Southside

Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alley Kat Brewery and Monster Mini Golf while you're in town.

Southside
Fort Edmonton Park showing interior views

Southwest Edmonton

While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like South Edmonton Common or Currents of Windermere, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Century Park Station or Southgate Station.

Southwest Edmonton
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Northwest Edmonton

3/5(1 area review)

Northwest Edmonton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St. Albert Trail Golf Course and Yellowhead Casino while you're in town.

Northwest Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing drinks or beverages as well as an individual male

Southeast Edmonton

South Edmonton Common and Landmark Cinemas Tamarack Edmonton are top sights in Southeast Edmonton, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station to see more sights in the area.

Southeast Edmonton
Chateau Lacombe Hotel

Chateau Lacombe Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10111 Bellamy Hill Nw, Edmonton, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,934 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹7,934
₹8,994 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,087 reviews)
"Staff are very helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton West

Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton West

2 out of 5
18320 Stony Plain Rd Nw, Edmonton, AB
The price is ₹5,335 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹5,335
₹6,048 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6/10 (2,102 reviews)
"The ad no matter the website should state right on it that the waterside you see in all photos is no longer working and will never be open again as per the emails we got from the hotel after booking"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton West
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB
The price is ₹8,035 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹8,035
₹9,240 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,308 reviews)
"Except parking everything was great."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Brand New 1 Br 1 Bath Close To All Walkable

Brand New 1 Br 1 Bath Close To All Walkable

2 out of 5
Edmonton
Stay at this apartment in Edmonton. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Commonwealth Stadium and West Edmonton Mall are located nearby.
Brand New 1 Br 1 Bath Close To All Walkable
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Edmonton

3.9
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4 - Good 57%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

we were only thee for 2 nights but first impressions were very good, we had friends we visited just outside the center of Edmonton and the countryside was beautiful. the people were very friendly. we loved our short stay but would recommend it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely city with connected walkways. Disappointed that the Fort was closed during our visit and that the historic tram only ran Friday to Sunday in September. Riverside walks from funicular worth visiting.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Taxi from airport expensive. Cost 74CDN in one direction and 60 in the other.

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