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Tours & day trips
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Jasper: Columbia Icefield Skywalk and Ice Explorer Ticket
Adventure & outdoor
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Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks
Private & custom tours
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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Icefields Parkway
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Jasper National Park: Maligne Lake Cruise With Guide
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Edmonton Food Bike Tour
What to do in Central Alberta
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 search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to South Edmonton Common, a favourite 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.
Patricia Lake
This peaceful area is well within walking distance of Jasper. It offers isolated accommodation for those who want to be in the heart of Alberta’s natural beauty.
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.
Commonwealth Stadium
Catch an event at Commonwealth Stadium during your trip to Edmonton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
University of Alberta
Explore the campus of University of Alberta, a well-known university in 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 Monster Mini Golf while you're in town.
Southwest Edmonton
While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like South Edmonton Common or Currents of Windermere, 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 Commonwealth Stadium or Kingsway Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kingsway-Royal Alex Station or NAIT Station.
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