Edmonton is rising as a top travel destination and has earned a place on Lonely Planet's 2025 "Best in Travel" cities list. Perfectly positioned as the gateway to the North and close to Jasper National Park and the Canadian Rockies, Edmonton is your starting point for an unforgettable adventure. It's a city that celebrates the unconventional.
From Flying Canoes and Folk Festivals to an eclectic arts and culture scene, Edmonton is a place that wants you to join in. Take your taste buds on a journey to one of the finest culinary scenes in the country, then experience the glory of the northern lights from our dark sky preserves. Here, you’ll find bison in your backyard and nightlife at your doorstep.
There’s a uniqueness to how Edmontonians do things, and we welcome you to be a part of it.
Catch an indie production at a local theater or see headlining acts at Rogers Place, downtown's 18,000-seat arena. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Indigenous heritage through authentic experiences that share captivating stories of this land, its people, and their cultures. Edmonton’s legendary river valley is the largest urban parkland in North America, and 22 times the size of New York City's Central Park. With over 100 miles of river valley trails, it’s easy to get away from it all in the heart of the city. And that's just the beginning.
A scenic 3.5-hour drive along the historic Yellowhead Highway takes you from Edmonton to Jasper National Park. Nestled within the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, Jasper is a charming mountain town offering panoramic views, authentic mountain culture, extensive trail networks, and the world’s largest accessible dark sky preserve.
Our partner Explore Edmonton has a fantastic website with much more information on amazing things-to-do while in Edmonton
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