What to do in Central Alberta

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Maligne Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains

Jasper National Park featuring snow, tranquil scenes and mountains

Jasper showing snow, a gondola and mountains

West Edmonton Mall featuring interior views, swimming and a pool

Maligne Lake which includes kayaking or canoeing and a lake or waterhole

Central Alberta Attractions

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Central Alberta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Alberta to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Central Alberta Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Alberta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Central Alberta

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West Edmonton Mall

4.5/5(2,951 reviews)

Take the family to the largest mall in North America, with over 800 stores, restaurants, amusement parks, theaters, gyms, a petting zoo, an ice palace and aquarium.

Rogers Place

4.5/5(962 reviews)

Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this vibrant area.

South Edmonton Common

4.5/5(1,209 reviews)

During your trip to Edmonton, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Edmonton Common. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.

World Waterpark

4.5/5(511 reviews)

Bring your family to World Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Edmonton. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Pyramid Lake

4.5/5(216 reviews)

Cycle along nature paths and marvel at the diverse wildlife and thick forest that surrounds this tranquil lake in the Jasper National Park.

Patricia Lake

4.5/5(100 reviews)

This peaceful area is well within walking distance of Jasper. It offers isolated accommodation for those who want to be in the heart of Alberta’s natural beauty.

Fort Edmonton Park

4/5(225 reviews)

One of Canada’s largest living history museums places you in four eras from centuries ago, including Edmonton’s fur trading and pioneering days.

University of Alberta

4/5(771 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Alberta during your stay in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Commonwealth Stadium

4/5(271 reviews)

Catch an event at Commonwealth Stadium during your trip to Edmonton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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Art Gallery of Alberta featuring a city, modern architecture and art

Downtown Edmonton

4/5(2,457 area reviews)

Central business district with arts institutions like Francis Winspear Centre for Music and Citadel Theatre, Edmonton City Centre shopping, and Ice District's sports and entertainment. Accessible via light rail and pedestrian skywalks.

West Edmonton

4/5(3,338 area reviews)

West Edmonton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.

Alley Kat Brewery showing interior views and drinks or beverages

Southside

4/5(1,739 area reviews)

Southside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Alley Kat Brewery and Golfanatics while in the area.

TELUS World of Science-Edmonton which includes a garden and modern architecture

Northwest Edmonton

4/5(853 area reviews)

Northwest Edmonton is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Yellowhead Casino and TELUS World of Science-Edmonton while in the area.

Fort Edmonton Park which includes interior views

Southwest Edmonton

4/5(506 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Southwest Edmonton, check out sights like Currents of Windermere or Snow Valley Ski Club and hop on the metro to see more the city at Century Park Station or Southgate Station.

Alley Kat Brewery featuring drinks or beverages as well as an individual male

Southeast Edmonton

4/5(867 area reviews)

Southeast Edmonton is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like South Edmonton Common and Alley Kat Brewery. See more of Edmonton by jumping on the metro at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station.

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