City break in Edmonton. Active leisure ideas for Edmonton - attractions, recreation and nightlife
There are lots of entertainment venues in Edmonton. It’s worth to begin with mentioning its awesome parks. William Hawrelak Park is the best place for relaxation; this vast park is ideal for an evening stroll. Terwillegar Park that has long been visited by fans of cycling and jogging is famous for its trails.
Discovering the architecture of Edmonton from bird's eye view! Edmonton City Hall, Art Gallery of Alberta, Canada Place Building, Government House, Francis Winspear Centre for Music, Commerce Place Building, all those monuments are defining the image of Edmonton … Open
Legislature Building, Muttart Conservatory, Commonwealth Stadium, Hotel Macdonald, Coast Edmonton House, Rexall Place, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Edmonton … Open
The Galaxyland amusement park deserves special attention; it is a true leader in the number and variety of playgrounds, parks and shops. There are entertainment options for children of any age; parents will appreciate a decent selection of comfortable seating areas. Fans of shopping are recommended to visit West Edmonton Mall. Kids can have a great time there in one of the many game rooms. The most popular street market remains Old Strathcona Farmer's Market; it is a real historical site.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Edmonton and surroundings
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National and city parks around Edmonton
♥ Provincial Park 'Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Elk Island Provincial Park' , 44 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Miquelon Lake Provincial Park' , 54 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Long Lake Provincial Park' , 110.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Wildland Provincial Park 'Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park' , 119.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Elk Island Provincial Park' , 44 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Miquelon Lake Provincial Park' , 54 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Provincial Park 'Long Lake Provincial Park' , 110.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Wildland Provincial Park 'Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park' , 119.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Edmonton
♥ Amusement park 'Galaxyland' Edmonton, 8.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Galaxyland' Edmonton, 8.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Edmonton
♥ Water park 'World Waterpark' Edmonton, 8.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Waters' Edmonton, 12.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Rapids Waterslides' Sylvan Lake, 143.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'World Waterpark' Edmonton, 8.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Waters' Edmonton, 12.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Rapids Waterslides' Sylvan Lake, 143.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Edmonton from our surveys on extreme Earth places
West Edmonton Mall
From the series “12 Largest Shopping Centers Worldwide”
Check on the map: Distance from Edmonton center - 8.7 km.
To get acquainted with all entertainment points of "West Edmonton Mall" you should spend no less than several days. The shopping mall of Edmonton city is a real historical sightseeing. The mall was founded by Ghermezian brothers, who emigrated to Canada from Iran. For over 20 years the "West Edmonton Mall" left the biggest mall in the world. Its total space is 570 thousand square meters. …
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Guide to your best city break in Edmonton - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Edmonton - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Edmonton?' disappears immediately.