Southwest Edmonton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Edmonton
Popular places to visit
Fort Edmonton Park
The ages of Edmonton brought to life in a living history museum that runs from an Indian camp to the first aeroplane adventures.
Southgate Center
During your trip to Edmonton, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Southgate Center. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
University of Alberta
Explore the campus of University of Alberta during your visit to Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Edmonton Oilers Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Rogers Place
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Edmonton Oilers Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Rogers Place
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Our pick of the best Southwest Edmonton Hotel Deals
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South
Pillows were round large and hard! Beds were ok but not fantastic. Didn’t get a good night sleep. Some of our team that stayed on the first floor said they smelled weed all night! Gross… would not stay at this hotel again for those reasons. Lounge and main entrance great 👍 breakfast was not appetizing ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
The staff was awesome, the hotel room was clean, the general areas were updated & well appointed. The hotel is located perfectly. Cannot beat the value one gets staying here.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Conference Center Edmonton South by IHG
Room itself was ok, however i will never stay in this hotel again solely because of parking. Although they have underground parking a larger vehicle does not fit. Drove circles round the parking lot for half hour waiting for somewhere to park.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Wyndham Edmonton Hotel and Conference Centre
Parkade has max height of 5’6” and limited exterior parking. There was no hot water in our room but the staff was very helpful and we were able to move into a different room for the 2nd night. However in-room coffee maker didn’t work and fridge froze all our fresh items. Breakfast was not included ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton South
Staff was friendly. Breakfast and room were subpar, but you get what you get for the price.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Clean room, nice lobby
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Edmonton
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.
Ellerslie
When in Ellerslie, you can plan a visit to South Edmonton Common and Cineplex Odeon South Edmonton Cinemas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Queen Alexandria
While there might not be top attractions in Queen Alexandria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 82 Ave NW and Kinsmen Sports Centre.
Garneau
If you're spending some time in Garneau, 82 Ave NW and City Arts Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Mill Woods
When in Mill Woods and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like South Edmonton Common or Southgate Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station.
