Central Alberta

Travel Guide
Jasper National Park showing mountains, snow and tranquil scenes

Where to stay in Central Alberta

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

Downtown Edmonton

4/5(135 area reviews)

Rogers Place and Edmonton City Centre are top sights in Downtown Edmonton, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at 102 Street Station or Bay-Enterprise Square Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Edmonton
West Edmonton Mall showing a waterpark and interior views

West Edmonton

4/5(103 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.

West Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing interior views and drinks or beverages

Southside

4/5(55 area reviews)

Southside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Monster Mini Golf and Golfanatics while in the area.

Southside
Fort Edmonton Park which includes interior views

Southwest Edmonton

4/5(31 area reviews)

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

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

Northwest Edmonton

3.5/5(36 area reviews)

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

Northwest Edmonton
Art Gallery of Alberta featuring modern architecture

North Central Edmonton

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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 the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.

North Central Edmonton
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB
The price is ￥15,011 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
￥15,011
per night
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,666 reviews)
"It was absolutely good"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Forest Park Hotel
Forest Park Hotel
3.5 out of 5
76 Connaught Dr, Jasper, AB
The price is ￥41,137 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
￥41,137
per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Jasper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,873 reviews)
"Towels need to be fluffier. More dresser space needed."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2024

Forest Park Hotel
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
4 out of 5
Old Lodge Road, Jasper, AB
The price is ￥93,384 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
￥93,384
per night
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Book a stay at this spa resort in Jasper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"High end facilities, hot tub, pool, rooms, grounds, views and staff all perfect."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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Jasper East Cabins
Jasper East Cabins
2 out of 5
49321 Highway 16 West, Jasper East, AB
Stay at this cabin in Jasper East. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)
"We stayed in a spacious two bedroom cabin. It was clean and well stocked with cooking essentials. The only issue we had was the listing indicated there were barbecues on site. These turned out to be charcoal camping type stoves, not gas BBQ’s as expected. We felt this should be more clearly indicated ..."

Reviewed on May 30, 2024

Jasper East Cabins
Miette Mountain Cabins
Miette Mountain Cabins
2.5 out of 5
Highway 16 East, Pocahontas, AB
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Pocahontas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,247 reviews)
"The cabin we stayed at was of high quality and offered full size kitchen and two queen size beds upstairs. The cabin can have up to six people, however, we used it as a gathering place with my friends who were staying in other cabins. It is located in the very quiet forest and there were two BBQ ..."

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Miette Mountain Cabins
PROMO 5% WEEKLY DISCOUNT, ONLY FOR NOV/ DEC /JAN /FEB. Downtown Jasper Suite
PROMO 5% WEEKLY DISCOUNT, ONLY FOR NOV/ DEC /JAN /FEB. Downtown Jasper Suite
Jasper
Stay at this vacation home in Jasper. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Jasper National Park and Fairmont ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Had a nice and comfortable stay here. Will definitely come back if get a chance."

Reviewed on May 18, 2024

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Popular places to visit

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West Edmonton Mall

4.5/5(176 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.

West Edmonton Mall
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Banff National Park

Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery.

Banff National Park
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Jasper National Park

5/5(232 reviews)

This quaint mountain town is the perfect base for outdoor activities and a peaceful place to stay while visiting the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Jasper National Park
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Rogers Place

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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

Rogers Place
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South Edmonton Common

4/5(59 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to South Edmonton Common, a favorite shopping spot in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

South Edmonton Common
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Icefields Parkway

4.5/5(380 reviews)

This is one of North America’s most awe-inspiring journeys. Snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and glaciers are a few of the wonders you’ll see along the way.

Icefields Parkway

Things to do

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Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

￥21,215
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour
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Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour

￥9,661
Per adult
Banff: Sunset and Stars Evening Walking Tour
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Banff: Best of Banff Nature Walk - 2hrs

￥9,683
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Banff: Best of Banff Nature Walk - 2hrs
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Cities near Central Alberta

Edmonton which includes a city, a bridge and a sunset

Edmonton

Lac Beauvert featuring a lake or waterhole and a sunset

Jasper

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Cold Lake

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St. Albert