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West Edmonton Mall
Discover the largest shopping centre in North America, packed with thrilling attractions for the whole family.
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 great live music.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the great live music and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Fort Edmonton Park
Discover Edmonton’s fashion-driven origins and its role in the 19th-century fur trade when you explore this impressive living history museum.
Patricia Lake
Spend a fun-filled day at this serene lake, just a short hike from Jasper, and discover the intriguing historical secret that lies beneath its surface.
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.
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.
Areas of 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 Alley Kat Brewery and Golfanatics while you're in town.
Southwest Edmonton
While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like Currents of Windermere or South Edmonton Common, 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 Yellowhead Casino and TELUS World of Science-Edmonton 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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