Edmonton Tourist Attractions, Sightseeing and Landmarks

(Edmonton, Alberta - AB, Canada)

Many of the top tourist attractions in Edmonton are centered around the West Edmonton Mall, which is home to a variety of things to see, for all ages.

Popular tourist attractions at the West Edmonton Hall include the largest indoor amusement park in the world, dolphin shows at the Sea Life Caverns, a large waterpark and unusual underwater submarine rides.

Further tourist attractions in Edmonton include many events at the enormous Commonwealth Stadium, hands-on science at Edmonton's Odyssium, and a zoo with a host of animal attractions. For landmarks and classical architecture, look no further than the imposing Alberta Legislature Building in the downtown district.

Alberta Legislature Building

Address: 901 / 9718 107th Street, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5K 1E4, Canada
Tel: +1 780 427 2490
With commanding architecture and impressive river views, Edmonton's Alberta Legislature Building dates back to the early 1900s. One of the city's most notable landmarks, the Alberta Legislature Building stands on the southern side of downtown Edmonton and offers regular guided tours, together with a popular gift store and many nearby parks.
Open hours: May to Victoria Day, Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 16:30, Saturday and Sunday - 12:00 to 17:00; Victoria Day to Labor Day, Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to 17:00; November to February, Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 16:30, Sunday - 12:00 to 17:00
Admission: guided tours free

Aquatics Entertainment Stage and Sea Life Caverns

Address: 2472-8872 170th Street, West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5T 4M2, Canada
Tel: +1 780 444 5300
The Aquatics Entertainment Stage and Sea Life Caverns have become a major tourist attraction within the popular West Edmonton Mall complex. With more than 200 different aquatic species, highlights at the Sea Life Caverns include many marine fish, large sharks, dolphin shows, penguins, an octopus and a touch pool, which is particularly popular with children.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 19:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:30, seasonal variations
Admission: charge, discounts for children

Commonwealth Stadium

Address: 11100 Stadium Road, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5H 4E2, Canada
Tel: +1 780 496 1611
Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium is famous for being Canada's largest stadium and was originally constructed in the 1970s for the prestigious Commonwealth Games, which were hosted by Edmonton in 1978. Home to many major sporting attractions throughout the year, including football and soccer games, the Commonwealth Stadium has a capacity of more than 60,000 and often hosts the city's largest events and concerts.
Open hours: hours vary according to event
Admission: charge, discounts available for children

Deep Sea Adventure

Address: 2472-8872 170th Street, West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5T 4M2, Canada
Tel: +1 780 444 5300
One of West Edmonton Mall's most unusual attractions, the Deep Sea Adventure comprises four small yellow submarines, which submerse to give passengers a glimpse into a recreation of underwater ocean life. With colorful coral reefs and shipwrecks, the submarine journeys are always memorable and extremely enjoyable.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 19:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:30, seasonal variations
Admission: charge, discounts available for families and children

Galaxyland

Address: 2472-8872 170th Street, West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5T 4M2, Canada
Tel: +1 780 444 5300
The biggest indoor amusement park on the planet, Galaxyland is housed in West Edmonton Mall and is a major family attraction, with around 30 different rides for a range of ages.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 21:00, Sunday - 11:00 to 19:00, seasonal variations
Admission: charge, discounts for seniors, children and families, children under four free

Odyssium

Address: 11211 142nd Street, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5M 4A1, Canada
Tel: +1 780 452 9100
Standing on the western side of Edmonton, the Odyssium is an eye-catching building, full of hands-on attractions and things to see. Containing a learning center, a large IMAX theater with regular films, an observatory, a number of science galleries, a coffee shop and gift store, each year more than half a million people choose to visit the Odyssium. Previously known as the Edmonton Space and Science Center, the Odyssium first opened its doors in the early 1980s and has grown in popularity ever since.
Open hours: daily - 10:00 to 21:00
Admission: charge, discounts for students, children and families

Valley Zoo

Address: 13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5J 2R7, Canada
Tel: +1 780 496 6912
Valley Zoo offers a range of family attractions and is situated in the scenic River Valley area of Edmonton. One of the main zoos in the whole of Alberta, Valley Zoo features all of the usual zoo animal attractions, together with feeding displays, train rides and paddleboats.
Open hours: May and June, daily - 09:30 to 18:00; July and August, daily - 09:30 to 20:00; September and October, Monday to Friday - 09:30 to 16:00, Saturday and Sunday - 09:30 to 18:00, November to April, daily - 09:30 to 16:00
Admission: charge, discounts for children

World Waterpark

Address: 2472-8872 170th Street, West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton, Alberta (AB), T5T 4M2, Canada
Tel: +1 780 444 5310
World Waterpark is an enormous attraction in western Edmonton and can be found in the sprawling West Edmonton Mall complex. Covering more than five acres / two hectares, World Waterpark features a host of exciting water slides, swimming pools for younger children, many water-related activities and refreshments.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 21:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 18:00; winter months, Monday to Thursday - 12:00 to 19:00, Friday and Saturday - 10:00 to 20:00, Sunday - 11:00 to 18:00
Admission: discounts for seniors, children and families, children under three free