Sightseeing in Edmonton - what to see. Complete travel guide
Historically Edmonton has served as a so called "gateway" to the wealth of the North. The city has reached particular popularity during the Klondike gold rush. Through the city has laid the way to the north-west of the country, to Yukon and Alaska. Today, the economic potential and cultural significance of Edmonton competes with many cities of the country.
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
There are more than thousands of restaurants and cafes in the city; it won’t be easy to choose the best among them even for experienced travelers. However, some attractive restaurants … Open
It is also interesting to visit the Alberta Railway Museum opened in 1976. The museum is located at the old railway station. Its collection includes over 70 pieces of railway equipment. Since its opening, this unique museum has been one of the largest in Canada.
Edmonton is home to a huge number of interesting festivals and national holidays; the cultural calendar of the city is simply amazing because of an abundance of cultural activities. There … Open
Admirers of historical attractions will be definitely impressed by the Alberta Legislature Building. Since its construction, it has been used for hold meetings of the Legislative Assembly. This luxurious building was built in 1913. Its exterior combines the inimitable elements in Egyptian, Greek and Roman styles. Every day, exciting excursions, during which you can sink into an atmosphere of its halls, are given in the historical building. It is located on the hilltop and has a spectacular panoramic view of the city.
Once being the largest trade center, Edmonton is known as the center of culture and the hub of many attractions. Its main symbol is the Royal Alberta Museum taking visitors since 1967 and … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Edmonton and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Edmonton
♥ Shopping area ' Whyte Avenue' Edmonton, 4.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Whyte Avenue' Edmonton, 4.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Edmonton
♥ Castle 'Hotel Macdonald' , 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Hotel Macdonald' , 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
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
Art galleries in Edmonton and around
♥ Art museum 'Art Gallery of Alberta' Edmonton, Alberta, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Art Gallery of Alberta' Edmonton, Alberta, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Edmonton from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
World Water Park
From the series “The Greatest and Fanciest Water Parks”
Check on the map: Distance from Edmonton center - 9 km.
World Water Park is so huge that, at the same time, it can welcome up to 40 000 people. Besides numerous rides, the entertainment center has a very amazing aquarium and an artificial lake. Since the aquapark is set indoors, you can comfortably relax there at any time of the year. There are 13 slides of different class. The height of the two fastest is 24 and 25 meters. World Water Park is a true modern entertainment center with an excellent hotel, relaxation areas, a variety of rides, shops, and restaurants. …
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