Attractions and sites to visit
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Alberta Legislature Building
This beautiful heritage building is a ‘must see’ for visitors to Alberta’s capital city. Sitting at the gateway of downtown Edmonton, the Alberta Legislature overlooks the river valley and offers opportunities for free guided building tours and hands on experiences at the Interpretive Centre. Visitors can also find unique items at the Gift Shop or spend hours exploring the Legislature’s 23 hectares of parkland and interesting monuments. Special events are held year-round and include Canada Day, Family Day and Celebrate the Season in December. The Legislature site is easily accessible by bus and LRT.
10800–97 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T5K 2N6
Tel 780-427-7362
Fax 780-427-0980
Website www.assembly.ab.ca
Printable Feature Sheet & Map
Elk Island National Park
Elk Island National Park of Canada is located 35 kilometres east of Edmonton along the TransCanada Yellowhead Highway. Enjoy an easy drive from the city to the natural beauty of Elk Island where bison, elk, moose, and deer roam free. Take a stroll on one of the eleven trails that vary in length and difficulty or enjoy wildlife viewing from the comforts of your own vehicle. An array of activities for all ages and group sizes awaits you including golfing, camping, picnicking, bird watching, photography, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Camping reservations are recommended; 1-877-737-3783 or www.pccamping.ca. National park fees apply.
Mailing Address Site 4, RR 1,
Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 2N7
35 km east of Edmonton on Hwy 16
Tel 780-992-2950
Fax 780-992-2951
Website www.pc.gc.ca/elkisland or www.pccamping.ca
Printable Feature Sheet & Map
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
Offering “a touch of the farm in the heart of the city” with local produce and crafts. Free parking on the east side of 103 Street. Open year round, Sat 8 am - 3 pm. Admission Free.
10310–83 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T6E 5C3
Tel 780-439-1844
Fax 780-433-4263
Website www.osfm.ca
Printable Feature Sheet & Map
Reynolds-Alberta Museum
One of Alberta’s ‘must see’ attractions, the international awardwinning Reynolds-Alberta Museum celebrates the ‘Spirit of the Machine!’ You’re always part of the action - in summer, take a chauffeur-driven cruise of the museum grounds in a 1927 Model T Touring car or soar like an eagle in an open cockpit biplane! With an outstanding collection of rare, unusual and one-of-a-kind vehicles, aircraft, tractors and industrial machines, the museum pays tribute to mechanical genius. The museum is also the home of Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to the men and women who pioneered aviation in Canada.
Mailing Address PO Box 6360,
Wetaskiwin AB T9A 2G1
2 km west of Wetaskiwin on Hwy 13
Toll-Free 1-800-661-4726
Fax 780-361-1239
Website www.reynoldsalbertamuseum.com
Printable Feature Sheet & Map
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
Embrace yourself with our cultural history! East central Alberta was once home to Canada’s largest bloc settlement of Ukrainian Pioneers. Visit this multi award-winning provincial historic site and outdoor living history museum showcasing Ukrainian settlement in east central Alberta (1892 – 1930). Be a time traveller and interact with costumed role players portraying real-life pioneers. Explore more than 30 historic structures including a fully-functioning grain elevator, blacksmith shop or three churches of Eastern Byzantine Rite. Sample traditional Ukrainian fare at our open-air food kiosk or visit our gift shop. Special events and feature days throughout the summer. Located only 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Hwy. 16
Hwy 16, Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton
Mailing Address 8820–112 Street,
Edmonton AB T6G 2P8
Tel 780-662-3640
Fax 780-662-3273
Website www.ukrainianvillage.ca
Printable Feature Sheet & Map
Edmonton Queen Riverboat
9734–98 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T6C 4P6
Tel 780-424-2628
Fax 780-466-0433
Toll-Free 1-877-281-2428
Website www.edmontonqueen.com
Alberta Aviation Museum
11410 Kingsway Avenue,
Edmonton AB T5G 0X4
Tel 780-451-1175
Fax 780-451-1607
Email info@albertaaviationmuseum.com
Website www.albertaaviationmuseum.com
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611–47 Avenue,
Stettler AB T0C 2L0
Tel 403-742-2811
Fax 403-742-2844
Website www.absteamtrain.com
Alberta Railway Museum
24215–34 Street,
Edmonton AB
Mailing Address PO Box 70014 LRPO,
Edmonton AB T5C 3R6
Tel 780-472-6229
Fax 780-968-0167
Website www.railwaymuseum.ab.ca
Art Gallery of Alberta
#2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, 99 St. & 102A Ave.,
Edmonton T5J 2C1
Tel 780-422-6223
Fax 780-426-3105
Website www.youraga.ca
City Hall
1 Sir Winston Churchill Square,
Edmonton AB T5J 2R7
Tel 780-496-8200
Fax 780-496-8210
Devonian Botanic Garden
Hwy 60, 5 km North of Devon, 25 minutes from West Edmonton Mall
Mailing Address University of AB,
Edmonton AB T6G 2E1
Tel 780-987-3054
Fax 780-987-4141
Website www.devonian.ualberta.ca
Edmonton Corn Maze
15 min SW of Edmonton, 5 km west of 199 Street on 23 Avenue
Mailing Address 26019 SH 627,
Spruce Grove AB T7Y 1A9
Tel 780-288-0208
Website www.edmontoncornmaze.ca
Edmonton Public Schools Archives & Museum
10425–99 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T5K 0E5
Tel 780-422-1970
Fax 780-426-0192
Website archives.epsb.net
Edmonton Queen Riverboat
9734–98 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T6C 4P6
Tel 780-424-2628
Fax 780-466-0433
Toll-Free 1-877-281-2428
Website www.edmontonqueen.com
Edmonton Radial Railway High Level Bridge Street Car
Strathcona Terminus: 10340–84 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T6E 2G9
Jasper Terminus: South of Jasper Avenue between 109 & 110 Street
Tel 780-437-7721
Fax 780-437-3095
Website www.edmonton-radial-railway.ab.ca
Elk Island National Park
Elk Island National Park of Canada is located 35 kilometres east of Edmonton along the TransCanada Yellowhead Highway. Enjoy an easy drive from the city to the natural beauty of Elk Island where bison, elk, moose, and deer roam free. Take a stroll on one of the eleven trails that vary in length and difficulty or enjoy wildlife viewing from the comforts of your own vehicle. An array of activities for all ages and group sizes awaits you including golfing, camping, picnicking, bird watching, photography, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Camping reservations are recommended; 1-877-737- 3783 or www.pccamping.ca. National park fees apply.
Mailing Address Site 4, RR 1,
Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 2N7
35 km east of Edmonton on Hwy 16
Tel 780-992-2950
Fax 780-992-2951
Website www.pc.gc.ca/elkisland or www.pccamping.ca
Fort Edmonton Park
Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive PO Box 2359,
Edmonton AB T5J 2R7
Tel 780-496-7381
Fax 780-496-8797
Website www.fortedmontonpark.ca
John Janzen Nature Centre
Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive,
Edmonton AB T5J 2R7
Tel 780-496-7381
Fax 780-496-8797
Website www.edmonton.ca/johnjanzen
John Walter Museum
10661–91A Avenue (Kinsmen Park),
Edmonton AB T5J 2R7
Tel 780-496-7381
Fax 780-496-8797
Website www.edmonton.ca/johnwalter
Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre
Mailing Address 6, 20 Haven Avenue,
Devon AB T9G 2B9
10 minutes west of Edmonton International Airport
Tel 780-987-4323
Fax 780-987-4365
Toll-Free 1-866-987-4323
Website www.leducnumber1.com
Email ldohs@c-pic.org
Multicultural Heritage Centre
5411–51 Street,
Stony Plain AB T7Z 1X7
Tel 780-963-2777
Fax 780-963-0233
Website www.multicentre.org
Muttart Conservatory
9626–96A Street,
Edmonton AB T6C 4L8
Tel 780-496-4996
Fax 780-496-8747
Website www.muttartconservatory.ca
Northlands Park Racetrack
7410 Borden Park Road,
Edmonton AB T5J 2N5
Tel 780-471-7379
Fax 780-471-7172
Website www.thehorses.com
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
Offering “a touch of the farm in the heart of the city” with local produce and crafts. Free parking on the east side of 103 Street. Open year round, Sat 8 am - 3 pm. Admission Free.
10310–83 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T6E 5C3
Tel 780-439-1844
Fax 780-433-4263
Website www.osfm.ca
Prairie Gardens & Greenhouses
PO Box 119, 56311 Lily Lake Road,
Bon Accord AB T0A 0K0
Tel 780-921-2272
Fax 780-921-2398
Website www.prairiegardens.org
Reynolds-Alberta Museum
One of Alberta’s ‘must see’ attractions, the international awardwinning Reynolds-Alberta Museum celebrates the ‘Spirit of the Machine!’ You’re always part of the action - in summer, take a chauffeur-driven cruise of the museum grounds in a 1927 Model T Touring car or soar like an eagle in an open cockpit biplane! With an outstanding collection of rare, unusual and one-of-a-kind vehicles, aircraft, tractors and industrial machines, the museum pays tribute to mechanical genius. The museum is also the home of Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to the men and women who pioneered aviation in Canada.
Mailing Address PO Box 6360,
Wetaskiwin AB T9A 2G1
2 km west of Wetaskiwin on Hwy 13
Toll-Free 1-800-661-4726
Fax 780-361-1239
Website www.reynoldsalbertamuseum.com
Royal Alberta Museum
12845–102 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T5N 0M6
Tel 780-453-9100
Fax 780-454-5861
Website www.royalalbertamuseum.ca
Rutherford House
11153 Saskatchewan Drive,
Edmonton AB T6G 2S1
Tel 780-427-3995
Fax 780-422-4288
Website www.rutherfordhousehistoricsite.org
Telephone Historical Centre
Prince of Wales Armouries Heritage Centre
10440-108 Avenue,
Edmonton AB T5H 3Z9
Tel 780-433-1010
Fax 780-426-1876
Website www.telephonehistoricalcentre.com
TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
11211–142 Street,
Edmonton AB T5M 4A1
Tel 780-451-3344
Fax 780-455-5882
Website www.telusworldofscience.com/edmonton
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
Embrace yourself with our cultural history! East central Alberta was once home to Canada’s largest bloc settlement of Ukrainian Pioneers. Visit this multi award-winning provincial historic site and outdoor living history museum showcasing Ukrainian settlement in east central Alberta (1892 – 1930). Be a time traveller and interact with costumed role players portraying real-life pioneers. Explore more than 30 historic structures including a fully-functioning grain elevator, blacksmith shop or three churches of Eastern Byzantine Rite. Sample traditional Ukrainian fare at our open-air food kiosk or visit our gift shop. Special events and feature days throughout the summer. Located only 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Hwy. 16
Hwy 16, Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton
Mailing Address 8820–112 Street,
Edmonton AB T6G 2P8
Tel 780-662-3640
Fax 780-662-3273
Website www.ukrainianvillage.ca
Valley Zoo
13315 Buena Vista Road,
Edmonton AB T5J 2R7
Tel 780-496-7381
Fax 780-496-8797
Website www.valleyzoo.ca
West Edmonton Mall
1754, 8882–170 Street,
Edmonton AB T5T 4J2
Tel 780-444-5321
Fax 780-444-5331
Toll-Free 1-800-661-8890
Website www.wem.ca
Beyond Edmonton
Alberta Badlands Top-Down Tours
587-1 Street SW,
Drumheller AB T0J 0Y6
Tel 403-823-4787
Website www.4PTS-TOURS.ca
The Village of Pigeon Lake
6A Village Drive,
Westerose, AB T0C 2V0
Tel 780-586-2332
Fax 780-586-2995
Website www.villageatpigeonlake.com
World’s Largest Dinosaur
PO Box 999,
Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Tel 403-823-8100
Fax 403-823-4469
Website wwww.worldslargestdinosaur.com
Alberta Aviation Museum
Vintage aircraft dating back to the 1920s, restored fighter jets, wartime memorabilia, extensive archives and library and an aviation gift shop make this a noteworthy stop.
Alberta Legislature Building
This premier heritage building, completed in 1912 on the site of Fort Edmonton, is Alberta’s architectural treasure. Guided building tours and self-guided grounds tour portray Alberta’s history and political process. Other attractions include a Gift Shop & Interpretive Centre, 23 hectares of parkland, and numerous special events.
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
All aboard! Take a one-day excursion aboard a real steam- or diesel-powered train line that offers themed day trips such as murder mysteries and family day — but be prepared for a hold-up by the infamous Bolton gang!
Alberta Railway Museum
With its collection of vintage cars and locomotives from the Canadian National Railroad, the ARM houses a historic assortment of rolling stock and railway buildings.
Art Gallery of Alberta
With the Jan. 31, 2010 opening of its architecturally stunning new building across from City Hall, the AGA boasts a premier collection of historical and contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs by Canadian and international artists.
City Hall
Civic ceremonies and community activities come alive in the heart of the city at picturesque City Hall, fronted by a wading pool that turns into a skating rink in winter.
Devonian Botanic Garden
Established by the University of Alberta in 1959 within an attractive rolling landscape of pine trees and wetlands, its 80-plus acres of natural serenity feature an authentic Japanese garden, attractive floral gardens and collections of native and alpine plants.
Edmonton Corn Maze
For some ‘a-maze-ing’ fun, lose yourself in a good way in this 15-acre corn maze that also offers campfires, trike riding and farm animal viewing.
Edmonton Public Schools Archives & Museum
Located in McKay Avenue School, this historical provincial site saw the first session of the Alberta Legislature in 1906. It features the restored legislative chamber of the era as well as Alberta’s first public school, built in 1881.
Edmonton Queen
Sail gently up the big stream and sip a cool one on the top deck aboard River City’s signature paddle-wheeler, the Edmonton Queen, as she navigates the scenic North Saskatchewan for up to 300 guests. Enjoy a leisurely one-hour cruise with light lunch or an elegant night-time buffet as well.
Edmonton Radial Railway High Level Bridge Street Car
One of Canada’s fully-operational heritage street railways, the Edmonton Radial Railway Society runs streetcars in both Fort Edmonton Park and Old Strathcona.
Elk Island National Park
Located 35 km east of the city on Hwy 16, this wildlife oasis is home to herds of free-roaming plains bison, wood bison, moose, deer and elk as well as more than 250 species of birds. Also enjoy great hiking, canoeing, camping, picnicking and cross-country skiing here.
Fort Edmonton Park
A living-history museum rich with period architecture and costumed interpreters, Fort Edmonton Park traces the city’s growth over four historical periods: The Fort, 1885 Street, 1905 Street and 1920 Street.
John Janzen Nature Centre
Nestled in the heart of the river valley, the John Janzen Nature Centre encourages awareness and understanding of urban nature through programs, events and exhibits.
John Walter Museum
This river-valley site commemorates one of Edmonton’s foremost entrepreneurs, John Walter, who established a ferry service, two lumber mills, a coal mine, general store, carriage service and woodrelated industries. His three original homes are on display here.
Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre
See the big rigs as well as interactive indoor exhibits that reflect on this history, technology and progress of the oil patch. Come to where it happened and stand on the floor of a 1940s drilling rig to touch a part of Alberta’s rich petroleum heritage.
Multicultural Heritage Centre
From the great home cooking in the Homesteader’s Kitchen, shopping in the General Store, to enjoying the artwork in the MCPAG Gallery, a day at the Multicultural Heritage Centre in Stony Plain makes for a wonderful memory.
Muttart Conservatory
As Edmonton’s premier horticultural draw, this visually-exciting conservatory comprises four glass pyramids — home to more than 700 species of plants in arid, temperate and tropical climates.
Northlands Spectrum
Horse lovers can ‘bet’ on a fun time with a day at the races, which feature top standardbred, thoroughbred and harness race action.
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
Get your farm-fresh delights year-round at this south-side market for fresh fruit and vegetables, baking, preserves, meats, seafood, fresh eggs, cheese and ethnic foods as well as flowers and plants, jewelry and arts and crafts.
Old Strathcona Historic Area
Put your best bohemian foot forward in this quaint neighbourhood of offbeat and unique shops, spirited eateries, pubs and coffee houses that share the strip with historic sites as well as the indie movie house, The Princess Theatre, and the pioneer-era Old Strathcona Hotel.
Prairie Gardens and Greenhouses
One km east of Bon Accord, just north of Edmonton, sits this award-winning flower, strawberry and pumpkin patch where you can pick, play or pet. Gather garden produce, make your way through the corn maze or enjoy a little hands-on time at the petting zoo.
Reynolds-Alberta Museum
Celebrate the “Spirit of the Machine” through this top-drawer collection of restored vehicles, aircraft, tractors and industrial machines from the 1890s to 1970s.Truly outstanding.
Royal Alberta Museum
One of the Top 5 most popular museums in Canada, the Royal Alberta museum entertains and educates through both travelling and permanent exhibits such as the globally-acclaimed Syncrude Gallery of Aboriginal Culture and the true-to-life wildlife display, Wild Alberta.
Rutherford House
It’s 1915 all over again for the costumed interpreters who greet you at this, the former home of Alberta’s first premier, Alexander C. Rutherford.
Telephone Historical Centre
Canada’s largest telephone museum boasts hands-on, interactive displays to tell the story of the telephone in Edmonton from its introduction in 1885 to the present.
Telus World of Science – Edmonton
This world-class, interactive science centre features permanent as well as touring exhibits, IMAX theatre, Margaret Zeidler Star Theatre planetarium and observatory.
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
With costumed players and historic buildings, this much-honoured outdoor living museum tells the compelling settlement story of Ukrainian immigrants who pioneered east central Alberta from 1892 to 1930.
Valley Zoo
Home to more than 100 exotic, endangered and native species, this west-end animal and reptile haven also offers interpretive presentations and paddle boats and a miniature train to get you rolling on some fun sightseeing!
West Edmonton Mall
Experience “The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth” at this mega-mall that features more than 800 stores and services, more than 100 eating establishments and nine world-class theme park attractions.
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