Old Strathcona

Edmonton

Whyte ave featuring outdoor eating
Whyte ave featuring markets, outdoor eating and night scenes
Whyte ave featuring heritage elements as well as an individual femail
Old Strathcona featuring night scenes and outdoor art
Old Strathcona which includes markets and food

This historic district of Edmonton is a great place for shopping and market browsing, followed by a theater or music show and a drink in a quirky café.

The streets of Old Strathcona in Edmonton represent more than 100 years of history. Nowadays, it’s a bustling historic district with more than 600 businesses, with products and services including fashion, music, accommodation, salons, gifts, books, décor, health, sports and food. Stroll down popular Whyte Avenue and see some of Canada’s most unique shops. Stop to see buskers perform or come here during one of the outdoor festivals to experience the district’s lively, bohemian atmosphere. Pick a local or international restaurant and stay after dinner to go dancing or see a show. Entertainment ranges from live theater and music to casual pubs and stylish clubs.There is no lack of fashion shops, with more than 50 clothing and accessory stores. If you are in Old Strathcona in March, you can enjoy the parades at the annual Western Canada Fashion Week.Listen to live music in pubs and venues across the district, with local and international artists. You can find everything from acoustic folk, blues, Celtic and classical to alternative, country, jazz, metal and rock. If music isn’t your passion, visit a stand-up comedy club or head to a local community theater. Old Strathcona is home to 10 theater groups, entertaining the crowds with improvised soap operas and sketch comedies.Every August, Old Strathcona hosts the 10-day Edmonton International Fringe Theater Festival, which attracts 500,000 visitors to more than 1,000 theatrical performances each year.In a 30-square block section of Old Strathcona, you will find more than 100 dining and drinking venues. More than 80 of those are independently owned and the produce is often grown locally or regionally. Every Saturday, more than 130 food producers, artisans and growers sell their produce at Edmonton’s only year-round indoor farmers’ market. Visitors will find seasonal, organic, chemical-free, home-grown and homemade products straight from the farm gate. Old Strathcona is a 10-minute drive, or 15-minute bus journey, from downtown Edmonton. You could spend all day and night here and some people keep coming back every day to soak up the lively atmosphere.


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Old Strathcona Hotel Deals

Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
4 out of 5
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB
$108 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$118 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Room was very clean. Limited amenities. Parking garage was dirty, smelly, and felt unsafe."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
4 out of 5
10454 82 Avenue, Edmonton, AB
$115 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$125 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,352 reviews)
"Good location, big rooms."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10111 Bellamy Hill Nw, Edmonton, AB
$109 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$119 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,067 reviews)
"its was great. it was a beautiful view. the windows just needed to be cleaned that's all."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB
$101 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$110 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,300 reviews)
"The front desk staff was excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Fantasyland Hotel
Fantasyland Hotel
3.5 out of 5
17700 87 Ave Nw, Edmonton, AB
$188 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$205 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and water park access (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,551 reviews)
"Always comfortable and convenient to stay here."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Fantasyland Hotel
West Edmonton Mall Inn
West Edmonton Mall Inn
2 out of 5
17504 90 Ave Nw, Edmonton, AB
$101 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$110 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,348 reviews)
"Good location. Friendly staff, good price for the night and free parking."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

West Edmonton Mall Inn
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Old Strathcona

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