Central Alberta Travel Guide
Where to stay in Central Alberta
Downtown Edmonton
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.
West Edmonton
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.
Southside
Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Monster Mini Golf and Golfanatics while you're in town.
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.
Northwest Edmonton
Northwest Edmonton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to TELUS World of Science-Edmonton and Yellowhead Casino while you're in town.
North Central Edmonton
If you're spending time in North Central Edmonton, check out sights like Kingsway Mall or Commonwealth Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.
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Popular places to visit
West Edmonton Mall
Less a place to shop, and more a shopper's palace, the West Edmonton Mall is where the glitz, glamour and thrill of “retail entertainment” was born.
Banff National Park
Explore Canada's oldest national park, spread across more than 650,0000 hectares of pristine natural environment.
Jasper National Park
Set up base in this peaceful Rockies town before setting out to see glistening glaciers, cascading waterfalls and awe-inspiring mountains.
South Edmonton Common
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to South Edmonton Common, a favourite shopping spot in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Icefields Parkway
Forget Route 66 – for North America's most epic road trip, it's impossible to beat the scenery that whizzes by you on this drive.
Activities
- West Edmonton Mall
- Jasper National Park
- South Edmonton Common
- Northlands Park Convention Centre
- Commonwealth Stadium
- University of Alberta Hospital
- River Cree Casino
- Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Edmonton City Centre
- Maligne Lake
- Pyramid Lake
- Jasper National Park South Entrance
- Fort Edmonton Park
- Miette Hot Springs
- Patricia Lake
- Jasper National Park East Gate
- TELUS World of Science-Edmonton