Welcome to Edmonton
Here you will find all of the necessary information to make the best of your time in Edmonton. From arrival and departure information, daily tour pick up times, and general information about the city.
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About Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton is the fifth-largest city in Canada and the capital city of the province of Alberta. It is also the furthest north city in North America with a population of more than one million people. Visitors to Edmonton may be interested in seeing Canada’s largest history museum, largest historical park and the largest mall; the West Edmonton Mall.
Population – 1.4 Million
Arrival Information:
If you arrive in Edmonton by train, your best option to go to your hotel is to take a taxi. There is a taxi stand just outside the station.
If you arrive in Edmonton by air, your best option to go to a downtown hotel is to take a taxi. There is a taxi stand just outside the arrivals level at the terminal.
If you are making your way to Jasper upon arrival in Edmonton and have a transfer included in your tour, please see the provided link on your itinerary for additional details on the transfer.
If you arrive in Edmonton by private tour/transfer, your tour guide will drop you off at your hotel’s main entrance.
Departure Information:
If you are departing Edmonton by train, your best option to get to the station is to take a taxi. Your hotel staff will be happy to arrange a taxi for you at the time you need it.
If you are departing Edmonton by air your best option to get to the airport is to take a taxi. Your hotel staff will be happy to arrange a taxi for you at the time you need it.
If you are departing Edmonton by private tour/transfer, your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel main entrance at the scheduled time.
If you are departing Edmonton by scheduled transfer to Jasper, the driver will pick you up at your hotel main entrance, The Edmonton Airport or West Edmonton Mall at the time noted on your itinerary. Please follow the link on your itinerary for additional details.
Restaurant Recommendations:
Edmonton city, being festival capital of Canada boasts a wide range of great reastaurants. Here are just a few recommendations:
Sorrentino’s Downtown ~ Upscale Italian restaurant, their Tiramisu is an experience. Attire: smart casual
Address: 10162 100 Street
SABOR Restaurant ~ Delicious Mediterranean cuisine with rich vegetarian and vegan options. Great wine list. Often with live music. Attire: Smart casual
Address: 10220 103 Street North West
The Harvest Room ~ Great atmosphere with views of the North Saskatchewan River in the Fairmont McDonald hotel. Their Alberta beef and game dishes are to die for. Attire: smart casual
Address: 10065 100 Street North West
Campiō Brewing Co ~ Probably the best deep dish pizza in the city. Their selection of home brewed beers never seace to surprise. Attire: casual
Address: 10257 105 Street North West
Sightseeing Recommendations:
From intense shopping, cultural experiences and nature walks to observe the Northern Lights, Edmonton has everything a big city can offer and more. Here are a few suggestions:
West Edmonton Mall: Considered the biggest mall in North America. All the shopping you can imagine plus a waterpark, an amusement park, an ice palace and amazing restaurants.
Art Gallery of Alberta: One of Canada’s largest art galleries with a wide range of exhitbits, from Renaissance masters to the up-and-coming stars.
Edmonton Festivals: With over 50 festivals annually, there’s something for everyone.
The Muttart Conservatory: Experience ecosystems from Mexico to Madagascar located in their four iconic Pyramids.
