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Edmonton, the capital city of Alberta, Canada, is a modern, bustling business town that\u2019s packed with plenty to see and do. The city is probably best known for being the home of North America’s largest shopping mall, and not to mention its epic annual fringe festival. It’s also one of the few cities in the world that is completely rat-free. That might not sound like much, but there’s a surprising number of fun things to do in Edmonton, you just have to know where to look!
\nThe city is filled with green spaces and has the North Saskatchewan River flowing through it. It also sits within reach of breath-taking landscapes, parks and wilderness. Don’t just take our word for it though, keep scrolling to see some of the best things to do in Edmonton if you’re ever in the area.<\/p>\n

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    View the displays at the Art Gallery of Alberta<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Whilst in Edmonton, you\u2019ll definitely want to catch a glimpse of the futuristic looking Art Gallery of Alberta <\/a>(formerly the Edmonton Art Gallery). It\u2019s a refreshing sight amongst the towering skyscrapers. Get Instagramming outside this impressive photogenic building and then step inside to discover a collection of 6000 pieces of historical and contemporary art. The AGA is focused on connecting people, art and ideas.
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      Look at the world\u2019s largest collection of insects at the Royal Alberta Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      You can\u2019t go to Edmonton without visiting the awesome Royal Alberta Museum. Get a real insight into Alberta\u2019s aboriginal culture, see the world\u2019s largest collection of insects, and make sure you check out the Wild Alberta gallery. If you are fascinated by aviation then you may also want to check out Alberta Aviation Museum<\/a><\/p>\n

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        Gaze at the Northern Lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        You might not know this but you can occasionally see the Northern Lights<\/a> in Edmonton. It\u2019s one of the best places in Canada to see Mother Nature\u2019s masterpiece. Head out after dark, just before midnight to a spot just outside of the city. AuroraWatch<\/a> can help you to predict when it\u2019s the best time to see the lights.<\/p>\n

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          Spot Wildlife at Elk Island National Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          For any nature lovers out there, this is one of the best things to do in Edmonton. If you venture outside of the city centre, you’ll soon find yourself in Elk Island National Park, which is just under an hour\u2019s drive away. It\u2019s a stark contrast to the busy city, and if you\u2019re lucky, you will find wildlife such as elk, bison, moose, deer and coyotes. Elk Island is a special island of conservation where you can go hiking, camping and bird watching.
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            Uncover Edmonton Mall<\/strong> \u2013 the largest water slide in the world<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            The famous mall is something you should definitely see whilst in Edmonton. When we say mall it\u2019s more of a small city and theme park. On top of the endless rows of shops, the Edmonton Mall houses an ice rink, a fake reef, a hotel, an amusement park and the largest water slide in the world. You could actually stay at the mall for an entire week and not get bored.<\/p>\n

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              Discover the Telus World of Science<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              The Telus World of Science is by far one of the coolest things to do in Edmonton. If you love the natural world then this is the place to be. The Telus World of Science is a science centre with exhibits on the human body, robots and much more. It has an IMAX theatre, planetarium, observatory and science stage. This is a must see place when on vacation in this part of Canada.<\/p>\n

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                Muttart Conservatory<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                See one of Canada\u2019s largest botanical collections by venturing inside the pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory.<\/a> One of the most well-known landmarks of Edmonton, the conservatory incorporates three city operated greenhouses, public gardens as well as three pyramids that have a specific climate (tropical, temperate and arid), and one pyramid that changes its flowers depending on the season.\u00a0They are pretty cool to see from the outside, but step inside and you will suddenly be surrounded by hundreds of plants. A year round escape into the world\u2019s plant life.<\/p>\n

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                  Meet the animals at Edmonton Valley Zoo<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Another big tourist attraction in Edmonton is the Edmonton Valley Zoo.<\/a> Stand metres away from an amazing collection of animals and wildlife including tigers, wolves, snakes, elephants, zebras and monkeys. Edmonton Zoo is located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. It\u2019s a small zoo \u2018that provides authentic and engaging animal experiences.\u2019<\/p>\n

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                    Beautiful Jasper<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    The Canadian Rockies are by far one of the most beautiful places on Earth and the city of Edmonton is the perfect starting point for visiting the mountain town of Jasper, an alpine town in western Alberta. Although Jasper is just four hours west of Edmonton, it will feel like you\u2019ve stepped into another world.\u00a0A trip to\u00a0the Canadian Rockies\u00a0will transport you into breath-taking landscape, you will discover excitement visit charming alpine towns and explore thrilling vistas.
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                      Appreciate local art at Whyte Avenue Art Walk<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Whyte Avenue Art Walk<\/a> is the place to visit if you want to see local artwork. It\u2019s free to wander around and admire the work of local artists who display their work on the streets. The display is 4 kilometres long and you can see 450 visual artists in action.
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                      \nAre there any fun things to do in Edmonton we’ve missed? Let us know in the comments below.
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                      \nThanks to                       Kurt Bauschardt<\/a>, IQRemix<\/a>, Leigh McAdam<\/a>, and Dianne Graham<\/a> for their awesome Flickr pics!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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