Central Alberta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Maligne Lake featuring mountains, forests and landscape views
Jasper National Park showing tranquil scenes, snow and mountains
Jasper National Park featuring snow, mountains and a gondola
West Edmonton Mall which includes a pool, rides and interior views
Maligne Lake showing a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing

Where to stay in Central Alberta

Art Gallery of Alberta showing cbd, art and modern architecture

Downtown Edmonton

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown Edmonton. Rogers Place is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at 102 Street Station or Bay-Enterprise Square Station to see more of Edmonton.

Downtown Edmonton
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West Edmonton

5/5(4 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of West Edmonton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.

West Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing drinks or beverages and interior views

Southside

Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alley Kat Brewery and Monster Mini Golf while you're in town.

Southside
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Northwest Edmonton

4/5(1 area review)

Northwest Edmonton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to St. Albert Trail Golf Course and Yellowhead Casino while you're in town.

Northwest Edmonton
Fort Edmonton Park showing interior views

Southwest Edmonton

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Southwest Edmonton, take in top sights like South Edmonton Common or Currents of Windermere, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Century Park Station or Southgate Station.

Southwest Edmonton
Alley Kat Brewery showing drinks or beverages as well as an individual male

Southeast Edmonton

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

South Edmonton Common and ISKCON Edmonton are top sights in Southeast Edmonton, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station to see more sights in the area.

Southeast Edmonton
Forest Park Hotel
Forest Park Hotel
3.5 out of 5
76 Connaught Dr, Jasper, AB
The price is AU$169 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Jasper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,122 reviews)
"Had a nice stay at this property. Was in one of the newly renovated rooms, and it was really beautiful. I liked that there was a kitchenette, and the room was quiet."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Forest Park Hotel
Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre
Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre
3 out of 5
4520 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
The price is AU$159 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Edmonton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,746 reviews)
"Staff were quick to send any missing items from room. Executive suite very quiet and suited our needs, No towels by pool in the morn, but we managed. Pool and hot tub both at good temps for my liking. Pub food was great, but for some reason, hours later than posted. Breakfast buffet was very ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
4 out of 5
Old Lodge Road, Jasper, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$531 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$531
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Book a stay at this spa resort in Jasper. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing location, reception staff and bell boy service was really really great & the main hall was comfortable and welcoming. Pool, hot tub and spa all also great. Not many dining choices while we were there (April), food in the hall was nice but not amazing for the price - service could be a little ..."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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Miette Mountain Cabins
Miette Mountain Cabins
2.5 out of 5
Highway 16 East, Pocahontas, AB
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Pocahontas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,356 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at the beautiful Miette Mountain cabins. We will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Miette Mountain Cabins
Jasper East Cabins
Jasper East Cabins
2 out of 5
49321 Highway 16 West, Jasper East, AB
Stay at this cabin in Jasper East. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (360 reviews)
"The location was a perfect stopping place on the way to Kamloops. The cabin was cute and cozy."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Jasper East Cabins
New Modern Rustic A-Frame Cabin with Barrel Sauna
New Modern Rustic A-Frame Cabin with Barrel Sauna
Nordegg
Stay at this cabin in Nordegg. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and patios.
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Great cabin!
"Impressed and will return for sure!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

New Modern Rustic A-Frame Cabin with Barrel Sauna
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

West Edmonton Mall

West Edmonton Mall

5/5(4 reviews)

Discover the largest shopping centre in North America, packed with thrilling attractions for the whole family.

West Edmonton Mall
Rogers Place

Rogers Place

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

Rogers Place
South Edmonton Common

South Edmonton Common

5/5(1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to South Edmonton Common, a favourite shopping spot in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

South Edmonton Common
Jasper National Park which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and forests

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course
Pyramid Lake which includes a hotel

Pyramid Lake

5/5(4 reviews)

Cycle along nature paths and marvel at the diverse wildlife and thick forest that surrounds this tranquil lake in the Jasper National Park.

Pyramid Lake
World Waterpark

World Waterpark

4/5(1 review)

Bring the family to World Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Edmonton. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

World Waterpark

Activities

Edmonton Clue Solving Adventure - Trail of Champions

Edmonton Outdoor Escape Games - Trail of Champions

AU$92
per traveller
Edmonton Outdoor Escape Games - Trail of Champions
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton

Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton

AU$97
per adult
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
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Cities near Central Alberta

Jasper

Jasper

Sherwood Park

Sherwood Park