Central Alberta
Travel Guide





Visit Central Alberta
Where to stay in Central Alberta

Downtown Edmonton
Central business district with arts institutions like Francis Winspear Centre for Music and Citadel Theatre, Edmonton City Centre shopping, and Ice District's sports and entertainment. Accessible via light rail and pedestrian skywalks.

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 Alley Kat Brewery and Monster Mini Golf 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 St. Albert Trail Golf Course and Yellowhead Casino while in the area.

North Central Edmonton
If you're spending time in North Central Edmonton, check out sights like Commonwealth Stadium or Kingsway Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.

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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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.

World Waterpark
Bring your family to World Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this amusement 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.
Things to do

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka

Banff: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Yoho Trip

Banff Town: Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine, Hot Springs
- West Edmonton Mall
- Jasper National Park
- Rogers Place
- University of Alberta
- Edmonton City Centre
- Kingsway Mall
- Icefields Parkway
- Elk Island National Park
- Premium Outlet Collection: Edmonton International Airport
- World Waterpark
- Pyramid Lake
- Patricia Lake
- Maligne Lake
- Miette Hot Springs
- Fort Edmonton Park
- Athabasca Glacier
- Galaxyland