Attractions

Whether part of your convention itinerary or simply for a reason to stay a few extra days, Edmonton's attractions are an excellent opportunity to experience the city. From museums to movies, gardens to galleries and rollercoasters to waterslides ­ not to mention the world's largest shopping centre, West Edmonton Mall ­ Edmonton attractions are a sight worth seeing and a group-pleasing experience.

Discover Edmonton's history, experience the wonders of nature and science, or enjoy the city's natural beauty. Edmonton is home to a number of interesting and informative attractions including the acclaimed Provincial Museum of Alberta, historic Fort Edmonton Park and the Edmonton Space & Science Centre. Edmonton is also known for its vast network of river valley parks and trails, perfect for jogging, biking or cross-country skiing. The city and nearby Capital Region also boast more than 70 golf courses including Victoria Golf Course, Canada's oldest municipal course. Beyond Edmonton, Alberta¹s Capital Region offers an abundance of exciting and informative attractions including The Devonian Botanic Garden, Reynolds-Alberta Museum, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village and Father Lacombe Chapel. Offering both education and pure entertainment, Edmonton's attractions can provide a unique meeting or gathering spot for your group.

QUICK FACTS
-Edmonton has 3,224 hectares of parkland, the largest area per capita of any major Canadian city
-Edmonton's more than 200 km river valley trail system was recently praised in Runner's World magazine
-Edmonton has over 70 golf courses within a one hour drive of the city
-The Edmonton Space & Science Centre has the first IMAX® film theatre to open in Western Canada
-West Edmonton Mall is home to the gigantic six-storey IMAX® 3-D screen
-The Valley Zoo is an accredited Species Survival Plan breeding centre for five species: the cotton-topped tamarin, Grevy's zebra, Przewalski's horses, the Siberian tiger and the Snow Leopard

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