Edmonton Sights

  1. Alberta Government House

    Alberta Government House is the former residence of the lieutenant governor and an opulently spectacular mansion. Steeped in history and tirelessly preserved, you'd never guess that it's nearing its centennial birthday. The art alone is worth visiting - the walls are lined with stunning works by Alberta artists.

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  2. Alberta Legislature

    Home to politicians, debate and some nice art is the Alberta Legislature. Where Fort Edmonton once stood, the Leg is a grand old building. With its iconic dome and marble interiors, it has grown to become a local landmark. There are free tours to take you behind the scenes and the grounds themselves are a splendid place to spend a warm day. To hook up with a tour, head to the interpretive center/gift shop in the pedway at 10820 98th Ave.

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  3. Alberta Railway Museum

    The Alberta Railway Museum, on the northeast edge of the city, has a collection of more than 50 railcars, including steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock, built and used between 1877 and 1950. It also has a collection of railway equipment, old train stations and related buildings. On weekends, volunteers fire up some of the old engines and you can ride along for around C$3 (the diesel locomotives run every Sunday in season; the 1913 steam locomotive gets going only on holiday weekends).

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  4. Edmonton Art Gallery

    The Edmonton Art Gallery is going through some growing pains at the moment. With a new purpose-built structure set to be unveiled in 2009, its temporary location feels a bit, well, temporary. The art is fantastic, however, and definitely deserves attention.

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  5. Muttart Conservatory

    Looking like some sort of pyramid-shaped, glass bomb shelter, the Muttart Conservatory sits south of the river off James MacDonald Bridge. Each of the four pyramids holds a different climate region and corresponding foliage. It's an interesting place to wander about, especially for gardeners, plant fans and those in the mood for something low-key.

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  7. Rexall Place

    The Edmonton Oilers are the local National Hockey League (NHL) team - the season runs from October to April. Games are played at Rexall Place, once the stomping ground of 'The Great One,' Mr Wayne Gretzky.

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  8. Royal Alberta Museum

    In what amounts to a taxidermist's wet dream, the Royal Alberta Museum houses an ark's worth of Alberta creatures. There is a slew of both traditional and modern displays, with butterflies pinned to the wall beside computer terminals. There's excellent coverage of the plains people and a beautiful granite structure to hold it all.

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  9. The Edmonton Space & Science Centre

    The Edmonton Space & Science Centre is a great place for kids. With an emphasis on interactive displays, there are a million things to discover, all under one roof. Fight crime with the latest technology, see what living on a spacecraft is all about, go on a dinosaur dig and explore what makes the human body tick. Young and old will have a blast and maybe even learn something at the same time.

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  10. Valley Zoo

    The Valley Zoo, with more than 100 exotic, endangered and native animals, is a good option for children. Kids will enjoy the petting zoo, camel and pony rides, miniature train, carousel and paddleboats. If you want to brave the zoo in the frigid winter, admission costs are reduced.

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