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Top Things to do in Downtown
Top 9 Things to do in Downtown, Canada
As North America’s northernmost large metropolis, Edmonton is a fascinating study in contrasts — a vibrant urban center in the heart of the wilderness. It’s a city that’s never been afraid to do things a little differently, as visitors discover through close encounters with free-roaming bison, a shopping mall that spans more than 48 city blocks, and a dynamic arts and culture scene that embraces more than 40 annual festivals, including the continent’s biggest and wildest Fringe Theatre Festival.
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1. Edmonton Symphony
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5.0 based on 76 reviews
The Edmonton Symphony regards as its artistic mission to bring the highest quality of live orchestral performance to a broad spectrum of the community. In the last 60-plus years, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has taken its place as one of Canada's foremost orchestral ensembles. Its current roster includes 56 musicians from Canada and around the world, performing a wide-ranging repertoire from the great classical masterworks to pops and family concerts. The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra made its Carnegie Hall debut as part of the Spring for Music festival on May 8th, 2012.
2. Fort Edmonton Park
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4.5 based on 1,740 reviews
Park featuring recreations of Edmonton in different stages of its history.
Reviewed By alexaC1970UJ
Always a great adventure for the whole family :) I’ve cream, riding the old train and more... it’s a great place to have fun, and beat value to buy an annual pass
3. Citadel Theatre
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4.5 based on 117 reviews
The Citadel Theatre is recognized as a national centre of excellence in production, creative development, and audience engagement. The Citadel Theatre is one of North America's largest not-for-profit theatres. It is a complex of five performance spaces in downtown Edmonton. The theatre's core programming features nine plays. The Citadel also features an outreach performance series each year known as Beyond the Stage, designed to encourage patrons to experience various forms of entertainment beyond conventional theatre offerings. A registered charitable organization, the Citadel also operates a year-round theatre school known as The Academy at the Citadel. It also houses theatre companies Catalyst Theatre and Rapid Fire Theatre Society, as well as various rental events.
Reviewed By johnathanp664
Was my first time here, and it was pretty great! Say front row for the new production of a Christmas Carol. Excellent production, also placed parts of the original set throughout the building. Good assortment of food and drink choices throughout
4. Historic McKay Avenue School Archives and Museum
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
5. Alberta Legislature Building
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4.5 based on 764 reviews
The majestic Legislature is one of the most iconic buildings in Edmonton and a must see when you are in the city! Built in 1912, in the Beaux Arts style, the Legislature is the seat of the government in the province. The historic building is open 362 days a year. Friendly and knowledgeable Heritage Interpreters are always pleased to take you on a tour and introduce you to Alberta's legislative process. Just north of the Legislature, you will find the Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre. The centre is home to the Borealis Gallery, Pehonan Theatre, Agora Interpretive Centre and Capital Gifts shop. The Legislature site is a hub of activity throughout the year, the grounds being some of the most beautiful and picturesque in the area.
Reviewed By psluiza - Porto Alegre, Brazil
I took the free tour and I loved it, I got to learn a lot about Alberta’s history and canadian politics
6. Edmonton Convention Centre
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4.0 based on 124 reviews
This is where Edmonton meets, celebrates, innovates and more. Awarded for our excellence, established as a leading convention centre and venue in Canada, the Shaw Conference Centre – opened in 1983 and now a division of Edmonton Economic Development – sits as a monument to Edmonton’s prosperity and bright future ahead.
Reviewed By Heckster67 - Edmonton, Canada
Literally have been here for 100 plus events in my life time and it conntinnues to evolve and prosper as event venue. Weddings, Grads, conferences, trainings, sport events, etc. The view is breathtaking on South Side of river valley and North side is on the historic Jasper Avenue and walking distance to many amazing restaurants, theatres like the Winspear, the library, Rogers Place etc. Go on hang out downtown EDMONTON, it is beautiful.
7. Northlands Park
8. River Valley Adventure Company
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
9. MacEwan University Sport and Wellness
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
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