What to do and see in Edmonton, Canada: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

September 7, 2021 Brandee Mangan

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.
Restaurants in Edmonton

1. Old Strathcona Farmers' Market

10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5C3 Canada +1 780-439-1844 [email protected] http://www.osfm.ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

Old Strathcona Farmers' Market

Edmonton's biggest indoor year round farmers' market. Fresh from the farm to your family!We make it, we bake it, we grow it, we sell it!Over 130 vendors selling only the freshest local food and handmade arts and crafts. Every Saturday year round from 8 am - 3 pm.

Reviewed By TexasMargs - Carrollton, United States

We spent about an hour and a half here, and we almost had enough samples to call it lunch. From pasta to caramels to whiskey to tzatziki (best tzatziki ever), it seemed like over half the places were handing out their nibbles for everyone to try. We also enjoyed shopping for some reasonably priced jewelry and some fresh produce. The place was bustling, but everyone is so nice that it's pretty easy to maneuver with a little patience.

2. Old Strathcona

82nd Ave NW 104th St NW, Edmonton, Alberta Canada +1 780-437-4182 [email protected] http://oldstrathcona.ca/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 259 reviews

Old Strathcona

Historic neighborhood containing buildings dating back to 1891.

3. Royal Alberta Museum

9810 103a Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0G2 Canada +1 825-468-6000 [email protected] http://royalalbertamuseum.ca/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 396 reviews

Royal Alberta Museum

The Royal Alberta Museum is closed, effective March 17, 2020. Welcome to the Royal Alberta Museum (RAM)! Our new museum is more than just a thoughtful, beautifully designed space. It's an authentic reflection of where Alberta is today and will be in the decades to come. It represents the new energy of Alberta, the diversity of our culture and tells our story with a new boldness and confidence. It's a place where you'll find 2.4 million uniquely Albertan stories just waiting to be told. Our gallery spaces include two 30,000 square foot history halls chronicling millions of years of Alberta's natural and cultural history; a 12,000 square foot feature gallery that will play host to touring exhibits from around the world; A 7,000 square foot Children's Gallery where hands-on play is found in every corner; and a 3,000 square foot Bug Gallery where visitors can have close encounters with live invertebrates. Feed your curiosity.

Reviewed By edmontonlocal - Edmonton, Canada

The RAM has interesting exhibits including dinosaurs, wildlife, bugs, geology, gems, military history, and Alberta history. But where they really shine is indigenous history. They have a large collection of Cree, Blackfoot, Dene, and Metis artifacts, including totem poles, tipis, headdresses, arrowheads, beadwork, and artwork. The exhibits make history come to life and show how people lived here for thousands of years.

4. Muttart Conservatory

9626 96a St NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6C 4L8 Canada +1 780-496-8755 [email protected] http://www.muttartconservatory.ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 783 reviews

Muttart Conservatory

The Muttart Conservatory is unique at first sight. This innovative botanical garden sets the pace for plant science in western Canada and defines Edmonton’s skyline with striking glass pyramids rising from the river valley.

Reviewed By GallantJ - Alberta, Canada

We visited the Muttart Conservatory in April 2015 with children ages 8, 5 and 5, along with Grandparents. It was absolutely beautiful and I recommend visiting if you get a chance, especially in the winter when it feels warm and tropical during an otherwise cold day outside. During our visit, the Corpse Flower had just started to bloom (it only blooms about every 2 years). It was only the second time it had ever bloomed at Muttart so we felt fortunate to see it. Once it opens fully it only lasts a few days, so the timing was great. It stunk like a dead corpse, which added to excitement of the visit, especially for the kids, and my mom who is a flower enthusiast. Overall, a great visit. It's a beautiful venue with an amazing collection of plants and flowers.

5. Fort Edmonton Park

On Whitemud Dr, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2R7 Canada +1 780-496-7381 [email protected] http://www.fortedmontonpark.ca/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,740 reviews

Fort Edmonton Park

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

6. TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

11211 142 St NW 142 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 4A1 Canada +1 780-451-3344 [email protected] http://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/
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4.5 based on 932 reviews

TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

Experience science in our interactive galleries, IMAX Theatre, science stage, planetarium, special exhibitions and much more. The science centre features interactive exhibition galleries for all ages. The planetarium is the largest in Canada and shows are included with science centre admission. The IMAX Theatre has the largest screen in Alberta and plays both documentary films and Hollywood movies. The centre hosts travelling feature exhibitions several times a year, with past blockbuster exhibitions being Harry Potter, Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Body Worlds.

Reviewed By MP-Higgins

Great selection of exhibits. Easy to spend an entire day here with something for kids of all ages (parents will enjoy it too!) the planetarium is fantastic, presenter was great and a few different shows played throughout the day which was nice. The space exhibit is small but really well done with lots of interactive stations catering to all ages. The moon show is short and sweet but very entertaining and informative. Discovery land is obviously a hit with toddlers and the science garage is another hands-on gem. The dinosaur exhibit was top notch however it was disappointing you were forced to walk through the gift shop to get to and from it. The restaurant has great food selection and the entire building was clean. We’re happy we visited on a weekday in September I can imagine it gets pretty busy during peak times and it was more enjoyable to have many exhibits to ourselves. Thanks for having us. We’ll be making the trip back!

7. Elk Island National Park

via Highway 16 East, Edmonton, Alberta T8L 2N7 Canada +1 780-922-5790 [email protected] http://www.pc.gc.ca/elkisland
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 600 reviews

Elk Island National Park

Reviewed By 921adriank

I spent one whole day hiking in the park. I hiked various trails. When I arrived to the park, I stopped by the visitor center. The park staff was friendly and made some good recommendations to me. I saw lots of bisons on Bison Loop Road. I saw lots of beavers and different kind of birds while hiking. I recommend bringing insect repellent. I ran into a lot of mosquitos in some areas of the park. Some trials were very muddy - bring good hiking shoes with you. I preferred traditional hiking trails than the ones in the Astotin Lake Area. The recreation area was crowded, loud, and there was a lot of smoke from grilled food. I had lunch at the Golf Course Cafe. The food was very average

8. Alberta Aviation Museum

11410 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5G 0X4 Canada +1 780-451-1175 [email protected] http://www.albertaaviationmuseum.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 213 reviews

Alberta Aviation Museum

For more than 80 years, Edmonton’s Blatchford Field was the center of a bustling aviation community that spurred the growth of the city, the region, and the North. Hundreds of men and women let their dreams take flight from this historic airfield, flying everything from biplanes to bush planes, bombers to jets. The museum, located in the last remaining double-long, double-wide hangar from the World War II era, is committed to keeping that aviation heritage alive by sharing their stories, offering education programs, and providing new and exciting opportunities for families to explore Edmonton’s rich aviation history.

Reviewed By yeahbyusher - Whitehorse, Canada

Great displays, lots of care obviously went into them and you can really imagine the conditions those planes were flying in. Friendly staff and volunteers. The information boards were all interesting and had fun stories, and as a female pilot the monument outside along with the text dedicated to female pilots was very heartwarming. I hope to return with more friends to wander the museum with them.

9. Mill Creek Ravine Park

95A Street & 83 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5G 1S2 Canada http://www.flyingcanoevolant.ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 142 reviews

Mill Creek Ravine Park

Reviewed By Phil_EDMT - Edmonton, Canada

Mill Creek has new bridges and updated trails. Very kid and dog friendly. If you have a bike, and if you like to walk, you can make it all the way to the Muttart Conservatory, to the Nort Saskatchewan River or a little further to downtown Edmonton. Great for bird watching as well!

10. Alberta Legislature Building

10800 97 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, Alberta T5K 1E4 Canada +1 780-427-7362 [email protected] http://www.assembly.ab.ca/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 764 reviews

Alberta Legislature Building

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

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