Edmonton

Edmonton, Canada’s capital, is a city that beautifully blends culture and nature. Known for its impressive festivals, like the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, it offers a lively arts scene year-round. Don’t miss the stunning River Valley parks, perfect for outdoor adventures. Indulge in local flavors at the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market, where you can taste Alberta's finest. With rich history and a warm community spirit, Edmonton is a delightful stop on any Canadian adventure.

Edmonton, Canada

Top things to do in Edmonton

23 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Rogers Place
Landmark4

Rogers Place

371 reviews

Sight4

Edmonton Convention Centre

127 reviews · Downtown

Market4.5

Evoolution - Brewery District

97 reviews

Landmark4

100 Street Funicular

50 reviews

Sight4.5

The Cask and Barrel

48 reviews

Market4.5

4th Street Promenade

46 reviews

Entertainment3.5

Grand Villa Casino

34 reviews

Museum4

Neon Sign Museum

16 reviews

Entertainment4.5

Landmark Cinemas 9

15 reviews

Sight4.5

Yellowhead Brewery

15 reviews

Museum

Telus World of Science Edmonton

Interactive science centre with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and IMAX theatre in Edmonton.

Museum

Art Gallery of Alberta

A striking zinc-and-glass building housing contemporary and historical art from Alberta and beyond.

Museum

Royal Alberta Museum

Western Canada's largest museum, featuring expansive galleries on natural history and Indigenous cultures.

Park & nature

William Hawrelak Park

Large urban park with a lake, trails, and host to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival.

Landmark

Alberta Legislature Building

Free guided tours of Alberta's historic legislative chamber, set on scenic riverfront grounds with fountains and gardens.

Park & nature

Louise McKinney Riverfront Park

A serene riverside park with paved pathways and benches, offering uninterrupted views of the North Saskatchewan River and downtown skyline.

Landmark

High Level Bridge (Edmonton)

A historic steel bridge spanning the North Saskatchewan River, offering pedestrian walkways and a seasonal streetcar with panoramic valley views.

Outdoor & fun

Commonwealth Stadium

Home to the Edmonton Elks and major concerts, Commonwealth Stadium is a massive open-air venue with a seating capacity over 56,000.

Entertainment

Winspear Centre

A world-class concert hall home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, renowned for its exceptional acoustics.

Entertainment

Citadel Theatre

A major performing arts venue with multiple stages hosting theatre, dance, and music in downtown Edmonton.

Museum

Fort Edmonton

Step into Edmonton's past at this living history museum, where costumed interpreters bring the fur trade, 1885 street, and 1920s to life.

Religious site

St. Joseph's Basilica (Edmonton)

A Roman Catholic cathedral with a striking copper dome and intricate interior mosaics, serving as Edmonton's mother church.

Neighborhood

Churchill Square (Edmonton)

Central public square in downtown Edmonton surrounded by cultural venues and event spaces.

Tickets & tours

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