Edmonton, Canada

Nearby areas in Edmonton, Canada

Downtown

Just north of the Saskatchewan River, downtown is the center of Edmonton's arts world. This is an area where you can snack on caviar in an opulent grand café, walk a few blocks and find yourself in a bohemian coffee house rapping with a local artist whose work is showing in a gallery down the street. Enjoy scenic walks by the river or discover in detail the elegant architecture in the area. This is a hive of intriguing nooks and crannies that are lots of fun to explore.

Historic District

Scenic drives around the outskirts of town pass by many points of interest, some centuries old. South of Edmonton is the township of Leduc, home of the first big oil strike in 1947, and a living history of the following events that brought Edmonton into the oil industry. Northwest of Edmonton is Stony Plain, a charming community that proudly displays a series of murals created by local artists. A living museum pays homage to the early homesteaders by reenacting daily life at the time of the first settlement.

Strathcona County

Much of the landscape of this area east of the city consists of miles of wild forest. Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area contains about 90 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding as well as plenty of opportunities to watch wildlife. Winter's downpour of snow makes this the perfect area for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, as well as hockey on the abundant lakes. Elk Island National Park is home to herds of elk, bison, and moose - all of which are very friendly with curious onlookers. Also in the area, Festival Place holds celebrations all year, as wild as the surrounding landscape!.

For more information about Edmonton, Canada

Alberta Tourism Partnership

Harley Court, 7th Floor, 10045 111th Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2M5, Canada, phone 403-422-8541, fax 403-422-9101.

New York

820 Second Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, New York 10017, phone 212-867-2950, fax 212-867-2795.