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How to get to Alberta

Learn how to fly to Alberta, Canada and how to get around by car, bus, bike or foot once you're here. Find everything you need to know for your Alberta adventure.

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In Alberta, even our skies have a Wild Side.

How to see the northern lights in Alberta

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Get to know Alberta's diverse places

Alberta's home to North America's largest mountain range, the Rocky Mountains, stretching up the western edge of the province and promising all kinds of adventure.

Alberta is where dinosaurs roamed and badlands now sprawl. It's where lush forests enable an escape from crowds and blue-sky prairie days rule year-round. This vast province has so much to do. Find your place in Alberta by getting to know its regions.

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Discover a million different ways to exhilarate your soul.

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Mountains

Canada's Rocky Mountains hold unforgettable experiences for all who visit. Alberta's mountains are loved for their hiking, skiing, lakes, waterfalls, road trips, wildlife and even more.

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Banff, Canada’s first national park, was established in 1885. Banff has 1,600 km (994 mi) of maintained trails—that’s like walking the length of New Zealand.

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Cities & Towns

Alberta has diverse cities, charming mountain towns and rural villages packed with authenticity.

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Unwind at BASIN Glacial Waters hydrotherapy spa in Lake Louise.
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Bike where dinosaurs once roamed in the Canadian Badlands.
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Indigenous Experiences

Meet the Indigenous peoples in Canada and learn about their culture firsthand.

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The power of powwow

Meet Super Bowl LVII performer and World Champion Powwow dancer, Patrick Mitsuing. Through dance, Mitsuing shares Indigenous culture with the world on behalf of his people.

Stories from the province

A group of women skiing and snowboarding, jackets tied around their waist, while Spring Skiing at Sunshine Village in Banff National Park.

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Why Alberta Is the Best Spot for Spring Skiing

Spring skiing in Alberta offers quality snow and a sunny après-ski scene. Most Alberta ski resorts operate through April, and some stretch into May, for more days on the slopes.

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The Best Things to do this Spring in Alberta

Alberta is the ultimate spring destination. Enjoy bluebird days on the slopes, exciting festivals, cozy glamping, luxurious spas and plenty more—without summer crowds.

A woman stands against the glass walls of her cabin, looking out at the Canadian Rockies at Skyridge Glamping in Alberta.

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9 of the Most Unusual Places to Stay in Canada are in Alberta

Want to stay somewhere unique in Canada? Travellers can rest their heads in a grain silo, medieval tent, clear-walled geodome and more at these welcoming and original retreats in Alberta.

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How David Popa Painted Massive Portraits on Alberta’s Wildest Winter Landscapes

Discover how artist David Popa created extremely realistic portraits among Abraham Lake’s ice bubbles and how you can visit this wild part of Alberta.

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Tips for Easy Spring Hiking in Alberta

Spring can be a great time to hit the trails in Alberta, but a little preparation is needed to have a safe and enjoyable experience.

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Authentic Indigenous Winter Experiences in Alberta

What are some of the best things to do in winter in Alberta? Turn to Indigenous tour providers and businesses for authentic experiences that blend culture and nature.

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