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.
Southeast Edmonton
Southeast Edmonton is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like South Edmonton Common and Landmark Cinemas Tamarack Edmonton. See more of Edmonton by jumping on the metro at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station.
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025
Forest Park Hotel
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025
Miette Mountain Cabins
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2025
Jasper East Cabins
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2025
Luxury Family House Close to West Edmonton Mall with Hot Tub and AC
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2024
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 entertainment choices.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the acclaimed theater scene 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.
Fort Edmonton Park
One of Canada’s largest living history museums places you in four eras from centuries ago, including Edmonton’s fur trading and pioneering days.
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
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Edmonton Outdoor Escape Games - Trail of Champions
- West Edmonton Mall
- Jasper National Park
- South Edmonton Common
- Rogers Place
- University of Alberta
- Commonwealth Stadium
- Edmonton Expo Centre
- Edmonton City Centre
- University of Alberta Hospital
- River Cree Casino
- Kingsway Mall
- Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
- Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Edmonton Convention Centre
- Fantasyland
- Elk Island National Park
- Premium Outlet Collection: Edmonton International Airport
- Fort Edmonton Park
- Icefields Parkway
- Pyramid Lake
- Currents of Windermere
- Miette Hot Springs
- World Waterpark
- Pigeon Lake Provincial Park
- Patricia Lake
- Maligne Lake
- Stollery Children's Hospital
- Athabasca Glacier
- Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
- Galaxyland
- TELUS World of Science-Edmonton
- Jasper National Park South Entrance