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.
Chateau Lacombe Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton West
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025
Miette Mountain Cabins
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025
Jasper East Cabins
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025
5Br Private Pool Hot Tub Pool Table
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 great live music.
Rogers Place
Enjoy the action of an NHL game, attend concerts by big-name acts and admire public art displays at this modern sports and events arena.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
Avid golfers are drawn to this award-winning Alberta golf course within Jasper National Park, regularly considered one of the country’s “must-play” courses.
Elk Island National Park
Just 35 minutes east of the city, this national park offers outdoor recreation, wildlife viewing, overnight camping and more year round.
Patricia Lake
This peaceful area is well within walking distance of Jasper. It offers isolated accommodation for those who want to be in the heart of Alberta’s natural beauty.
Things to do
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park
Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Parkway, Bow & Peyto Lake
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff: Gondola Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Hot Springs Bow Falls
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