As the capital city of Alberta, it's no secret that Edmonton has high standards to uphold. But the city does a great job of meeting them with activities to be enjoyed. If you can handle the always extreme Alberta weather, you'll have an amazing time.
Less- edmontonsymphony | InstragramFind out moreWinspear CentrePerforming Arts Center
Why you need to go: Why not take in a little culture while you're in town? The Windspear Centre is home to all kinds of shows, including the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Buy tickets to a musical performance, concert, or theatre show, and enjoy a night you'll never forget.
- royal_alberta_museum | InstagramFind out moreRoyal Alberta MuseumHistory MuseumOpen10 AM – 4 PM
Why you need to go: The Royal Alberta Museum is bigger and better than ever before. It's got an amazing history of Alberta and Canada, but even more impressive are its fossils, and aquariums of native fish and live insects.
- crystaleighee | InstagramFind out moreElk Island National ParkNational Park
Why you need to go: Anyone who loves the great outdoors will appreciate a park this beautiful, but on top of all the gorgeous scenery, Elk Island is also home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, elk, deer, and most importantly bison. This park played an important role in the conservation of these massive, gorgeous animals.
- Find out moreJunque CellarAntique StoreOpen10 AM – 9 PM
Why you need to go: Hey Edmonton, can we go thrift shopping? If you're one for old, antique, or retro things, let this become your new favourite hangout. Junque Cellar is located in Old Strathcona and has everything from old typewriters and lava lamps to comic books and vintage clothes.
- official_wem | InstagramFind out moreWorld WaterparkWater ParkOpen10 AM – 9 PM
Why you need to go: There are a ton of attractions inside the West Edmonton Mall, including World Waterpark. The largest mall in North America houses this indoor waterpark, which has a wave pool, slides, and even indoor wave surfing.
- Find out moreAlberta Legislature BuildingGovernment OfficeOpen8 AM – 6 PM
Why you need to go: Not only is the Legislature Building designed beautifully, it's also a great place to go to learn more about our province. In the winter, it's decorated with an amazing light display, and in the summer, it's the perfect spot to cool off by the fountains.
- youraga | InstagramFind out moreArt Gallery of AlbertaArt GalleryOpen11 AM – 5 PM
Why you need to go: The outside of the Art Gallery of Alberta is a work of art itself; it's got an interesting, eye-catching shape that will definitely lure you inside to the gorgeous art within. They offer all kinds of fun events, like adult art classes.
- edmontonvalleyzoo | InstagramFind out moreEdmonton Valley ZooZooOpen10 AM – 4 PM
Why you need to go: Who doesn't love a trip to the zoo? Those cute animals will always cheer you up if you're feeling down (the Edmonton Valley Zoo has more than 350), and in the winter, they've got a spectacular light show that makes braving the cold more than worth it.
- Find out moreTELUS World of ScienceScience MuseumOpen10 AM – 5 PM
Why you need to go: If you grew up watching Bill Nye, and still have a passion for all things science, live out your childhood dreams at TELUS World of Science. They've always got new and fun exhibits to keep you entertained, as well as occasional Adults Only nights, with booze, live music, and more mature exhibits.
- duchessbakeshop | InstagramFind out moreDuchess Bake ShopCake ShopOpen10 AM – 5 PM
Why you need to go: This shop is like a little slice of France, located right in Edmonton. If you have a sweet tooth, you will rejoice at our city's own Duchess Bake Shop. With everything from macarons to eclairs, once you have a taste, you'll undoubtedly be back for more.
