Explore Edmonton's beginnings as a fur trading post at Canada's largest living museum. Walk around recreations of life in Edmonton as it was in 1846, 1885, 1905, and during the Depression. Learn how a beaver hat is made, see the way children lived on the homestead, get your picture taken in the historical style, and visit an old-fashioned soda fountain. There are also annual and special events like the children's Easter candy hunt that are sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Located on Prince Rubert district, near the City Centre Airport, Alberta Aviation Museum is a prominent museum to be visited. Among the lovingly restored aircraft on display at this museum are a Fairchild 71C, a McDonnell CF-101B, and a de Havilland Mk.B35 Mosquito. You can explore displays of photos, models, artifacts, and aero-engines. If you are into research, there are archives and a library too. Guided tours of the museum can be arranged given prior notice.
This museum showcases the history of the crude oil generation in Alberta and tells the story of those who worked hard in the Black Gold business. Visitors can take a self-guided excursion through the museum to view exhibits that include a range of photographs and artifacts. For those who would like a more in depth, experience, guided tours are also available. Housed on the actual Leduc-Woodbend Oilfield which was the major source of crude oil in the early 20th-Century, this site was designated a National Historic Site in 1990.
Established in December 1967, the Royal Alberta Museum started functioning in the present building in October 2018. Stretching over an area of approximately 38,900 square meters (419,000 square feet), the museum is regarded as one of Western Canada's largest museums of its kind. The exhibits of this museum revolve around different subjects like earth science, life science, human history and many more. The Natural History hall, Bug Gallery, Feature Gallery, Children Gallery, Human history hall are some of the galleries inside the Royal Alberta Museum.
This mall is a top Alberta attraction and one of the largest shopping centers in North America and the world. Measuring 5.3 million square feet, the mall has more than 800 stores and services, 100 eating establishments, 26 cinema theaters, a spa, and a Las Vegas-style casino. There are also theme park attractions of varying types including the Galaxyland amusement park, World Waterpark, Sea Lions' Rock & Sea Life Caverns, Proffesor Wem's Adventure Golf, and the Ice Palace public skating rink.
Designed by renowned architect Douglas J Cardinal, this stunning building, previously known as Odyssium, is difficult to miss. There's plenty to see at this intriguing establishment, including interactive displays, shows, a learning center, observatory, IMAX theater, computer labs, birthday party hosting, several space and science galleries, as well as a café and gift shop. Since it opened in 1984, the massive science center has been attracting visitors in ever-increasing numbers. The current rate of visitors at TELUS World of Science is about 500,000 people per year.
Downtown Community Arena in Edmonton is a communal ice rink which offers a lot of programs and facilities to the people who live in the neighborhood. Visitors here can indulge in skating as this space has a huge ice rink arena in the middle and there are many facilities for professional skaters as well. With a capacity to host 1000 spectators, this place is ideal to watch a game of ice hockey.
The Queen Alexandra Community League is an organization committed to serve the local community through various programs and activities. The Queen Alexandra Community League Hall serves that purpose in many ways. It hosts cultural events and is available on rent for meetings, receptions and more.
River Valley Adventure Co. is among the best Segway tour operators in town. Set along the Trans-Canada Trail, you can explore the Edmonton side of this world-famous network of recreational trails. Nestled in the Louise McKinney Riverfront, this establishment will make you feel welcomed in their on-site cafe where you can enjoy a cuppa and nibble on tasty bites, before heading on a guided tour. Their trained guides will enthrall you with stories and their enthusiasm will rub off on you to see the city in a new light on the Segway. Check out the natural beauties the city has to offer as you glide along. The store also stocks sports equipment and offers bikes on rent. A unique way to explore the town, you can be sure of an interesting time.
Formerly known as the Chinook Theater, Varscona Theater is managed by a group of theater companies in Edmonton. It is celebrated across the country for it's soap operas, fringe acts, theater, musicals, theater and improv performances. They also have kids shows, theater for women and edgy plays.