Things to do in Central Alberta
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Most popular activities in Central Alberta
Tours & day trips
See all 58 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Calgary/Banff: Full Day Tour at Columbia Icefield Glacier
Adventure & outdoor
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Holiday & seasonal tours
See all 4 activitiesOpens in new tabThe Best of Whistler Walking Tour
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 4 activitiesOpens in new tabJasper: Private Helicopter Tour with Mountaintop Snowshoeing
Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Alberta
West Edmonton Mall
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.
Banff National Park
Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery.
Jasper National Park
This quaint mountain town is the perfect base for outdoor activities and a peaceful place to stay while visiting the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
South Edmonton Common
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.
Icefields Parkway
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.
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.
Columbia Icefield
This immense expanse of ice is home to six major glaciers, as well as some of the Canadian Rockies’ highest peak, including the mighty Athabasca Glacier.
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.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Central Alberta
Downtown Edmonton
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.
West Edmonton
West Edmonton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.
Southside
Southside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Monster Mini Golf and Golfanatics while in the area.
Southwest Edmonton
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.
Northwest Edmonton
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.
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 the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.
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- West Edmonton Mall
- Jasper National Park
- Rogers Place
- University of Alberta
- Icefields Parkway
- Kingsway Mall
- Pyramid Lake
- World Waterpark
- Fort Edmonton Park
- Elk Island National Park
- Premium Outlet Collection: Edmonton International Airport
- Miette Hot Springs
- Jasper SkyTram
- Patricia Lake
- Athabasca Glacier
- Maligne Canyon
- Athabasca Falls
- Sunwapta Falls