Central Alberta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Alberta
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 Golfanatics and Alley Kat Brewery while you're in town.
Southwest Edmonton
While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like Currents of Windermere or Snow Valley Ski Club, 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 St. Albert Trail Golf Course 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.
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Overall good. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre West Edmonton
The manager was excellent!!! Rooms were great!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Edmonton Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Miette Mountain Cabins
Friendly and helpful people at the front desk. Free upgrade!! Cabin was ready, clean and very nice.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Jasper East Cabins
Nice cabin would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
PROMO 5% WEEKLY DISCOUNT, ONLY FOR NOV/ DEC /JAN /FEB.
Downtown Jasper Suite
We loved our stay it was cozy, clean and it was as described.Easy to find. Lena was very attentive and answered any questions efficiently. She was a great host.We ate breakfast and lunch at home full size fridge we stocked with our essentials but chose to eat out at night. It was too cold during ...
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
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.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this vibrant area.
South Edmonton Common
During your trip to Edmonton, you can enjoy retail therapy at South Edmonton Common. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Pyramid Lake
Cycle along nature paths and marvel at the diverse wildlife and thick forest that surrounds this tranquil lake in the Jasper National Park.
World Waterpark
Bring the family to World Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Edmonton. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Wildlife & History Tour of Banff
Banff National Park: Self-Guided Scenic Driving Audio Tour
Park Distillery Tour with Craft Spirits Tasting
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
- West Edmonton Mall
- Jasper National Park
- South Edmonton Common
- Commonwealth Stadium
- Edmonton Expo Centre
- University of Alberta Hospital
- River Cree Casino
- Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Pyramid Lake
- Edmonton City Centre
- Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
- Fort Edmonton Park
- Maligne Lake
- Miette Hot Springs
- Jasper National Park South Entrance
- Kinsmen Sports Centre