Things to Do in Edmonton

Top Things to Do in Edmonton

Things to Do in Edmonton


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Top Attractions in Edmonton

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What travelers are saying

  • SimonOnVacation
    Toronto, Canada364 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I think this Mall has everything and is truly the one-stop-shop-and-drop of all Malls that I've been to. Indoor pool, arcade, fair and rides, paddle boats, ice rink, etc etc etc.
    You won't be able to finish all this in a day if you stop by and look at stuff in stores. Over 800 stores and 20 restos, as what I've read, is too much.
    And where'd all these people come from? LOL
    Written October 7, 2023
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  • alvin C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The tour is excellent! One hour Fells too short to really go through the history and details of the building.

    The tour guide is wonderful!
    Written December 27, 2023
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  • JRAsFishBabe
    Calgary, Canada1,912 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A summer trip to Edmonton should allow for a visit to Fort Edmonton Park. I can't believe that my first visit here only took place last August. This facility is owned by the City of Edmonton and operated by the Fort Edmonton Management Company. A visit to the park is really to live and to understand what it means to have an Edmonton heritage as well as giving you an understanding of being an Albertan. We have a similar facility in Calgary, that being Heritage Park. It is so wonderful that there have been people so diligent in helping to preserve these reminders of our history and past.
    Fort Edmonton Park is situated on a 64 hectare plot of land that lies in the North Saskatchewan River valley. When you enter the park, you proceed to the fully functional steam train which takes you to the far end of the park, here is where you should begin. You depart at the newly opened (in 2021) Indigenous Peoples Experience Pavilion, a very worthwhile exhibit hall, and from there you proceed back to the entrance. Your next visit will be the reconstructed 1846 HBC fort and as you continue, you come to reconstructed streets dating from different periods of Edmonton's history, 1885, 1905 and 1920, ending up at a reconstructed Midway from 1920. Each of these "streets "contain buildings and structures pertaining to that respective era in Edmonton history. This is all well done and is an ongoing project, so expect more expansion and improvements in the future. To add to the reality, you will also encounter costume historical interpreters throughout the park. Refreshments and restaurants are also conveniently located where and when you need them.
    The 2024 season has not begun as of yet, so check their website for offers, admission prices, opening dates and times. The price of admission includes train rides and streetcar rides.
    So welcome to the past!
    Written March 8, 2024
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  • Durand411
    St. Albert, Canada3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a great venue for a concert , not a bad seat in the house sound was great!

    If you are Edmonton and what to see a musical event Winspear would be the place.
    Written May 16, 2023
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  • NickyStixs
    Alberta, Canada184 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's been almost 10 years since my last visit, and it was so wonderful. The entire facility and plants are immaculately maintained. There is something magical about the place. Even if you don't appreciate plants you will be amazed at how lovely this place will make you feel.
    Written January 17, 2024
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  • Ron H
    Saskatoon, Canada3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an outstanding Water Park and has been a fantastic place to go since I first went 30 years ago as a teenager. The place is clean, staff was friendly, helpful and fun was had by everyone.

    As a parent this is the first time my wife and I took our children to the waterpark. This was a destination stop for us as we booked in at the Fantasyland Hotel and spent the next day at the waterpark. I believe this time of year (October 2023) must be a slower time of year or maybe we just were lucky and found a good promotion. Hotel rooms were 40% off and also if you purchase passes for the waterpark or galaxyland from the hotel front desk they were also 40% off. What fantastic savings!

    The only gripe I had was that my kids being on short side of what a 4 and 7 year old would typically be, were not able to take in all the slides at the waterpark. My 7 year old daughter who is just short at 46" tall and is an outstanding swimmer wasn't able to utilize all of the slides. I wish they had something posted outside the waterpark or if they do that it was more visible. You get charged entry based on your age but in reality you only get to use a portion of water slides based on your height, age has nothing to do with it. I also made the mistake of assuming that I'd be able to go down the slide together with them, more specifically my 4 year old son as he is still developing his swimming skills, but going down together is not an option.

    Despite that we spent 6 hours there and it was fantastic. Both kids, my wife and I had a great experience. We will certainly go again in the future, but we will wait until both kids are at least 48" tall so they can take it all in.
    Written October 5, 2023
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  • TravelinMan678
    Bloomingdale, New Jersey, USA158 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Their website could be a bit convoluted with dates and times. Easiest thing I did was park at the Jasper stop in a public lot right next to the Streetcar stop. Parking was $1 CAD per hour. The trip got to the Farmer's Market in no time. 25 mins. or less. The round trip ticket was worth the discounted price. Pay attention to the schedule as times and days of operation change with the seasons.
    Written September 12, 2023
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  • anngrimshaw7
    Newcastle, Australia17 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great busy walking street, lots of quirky shops, great atmosphere, lots of great eats, great place to visit
    Written August 5, 2023
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  • Daphne D
    Vancouver Island, Canada409 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful fall day to visit this park. Did a quick 1.5 km loop walk around the lake. The fall colours are in full. Drove around the park. Really nice. Looks like a great place to camp or picnic.
    Written September 24, 2023
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  • Jak S
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a very great time here! Learned an incredible amount from the Arctic Journey exhibit. A volunteer named Diane was extremely friendly and helpful to myself and my group and really went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed and got the most out of the experience.
    Written December 9, 2023
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  • WJFraser
    Fort McMurray, Canada902 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to get out and spend a few hours learning about the history of Alberta. Hundreds if not thousands of artifacts to see including animals and some dinosaurs.
    Written November 15, 2023
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  • Street Biologist
    Edmonton, Canada176 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A wonderful oasis in the middle of a city. Great place for everybody - walkers, hikers, runners, bikers, photographers.
    Written December 26, 2022
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