Things to do in Central Alberta
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What to do in Central Alberta
Popular places to visit
West Edmonton Mall
Discover the largest shopping centre in North America, packed with thrilling attractions for the whole family.
South Edmonton Common
During your trip to Edmonton, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Edmonton Common. 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.
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.
Patricia Lake
Spend a fun-filled day at this serene lake, just a short hike from Jasper, and discover the intriguing historical secret that lies beneath its surface.
Fort Edmonton Park
Discover Edmonton’s fashion-driven origins and its role in the 19th-century fur trade when you explore this impressive living history museum.
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.
University of Alberta
Walk around the campus at University of Alberta during your stay in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Areas of 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 Alley Kat Brewery and Golfanatics while in the area.
Southwest Edmonton
If you're spending time in Southwest Edmonton, check out sights like Currents of Windermere or South Edmonton Common 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 Yellowhead Casino and TELUS World of Science-Edmonton 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.
