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Welcome to Edmonton, Alberta’s capital city, where nature and culture collide.
We are excited to welcome you to Edmonton, Alberta’s northernmost metropolis and capital city, for a week full of incredible experiences and connections.
Adventure awaits here in Alberta, where the bold, the adventurous and the free-spirited come to play.
Are you ready to awaken your wild side?
Canada's Festival City
Canada’s Festival City hosts the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, the Edmonton Folk Music Festival and 50+ other events throughout the year.
Home to Canada's largest mall
West Edmonton Mall has enough to exhilarate the whole family for days. Its attractions include a waterpark, an aquarium, a hotel and over 800 stores.
River Valley parks & trails
Edmonton boasts a gorgeous “Ribbon of Green.” River Valley is the longest stretch of connected urban parkland in North America and is 22 times larger than Central Park!
Getting here
Alberta has two major international airports, YYC in Calgary and YEG in Edmonton, each with service to dozens of destinations around the globe.
Edmonton International Airport is the closest airport for those travelling in for RVC. It’s a busy hub with plenty of dining and shopping opportunities, as well as helpful amenities to make your trip stress-free.
Ten Things to Know About Edmonton International Airport
Things to do in Edmonton & area
Travel back in time at this living history museum along the river.
Learn more Hop aboard this charming, vintage streetcar to experience Edmonton’s history in style.
Learn more The Edmonton Oilers are one of the most revered teams in the NHL. One of the best ways to experience Alberta’s capital city is by catching the Oilers in action.
Learn more This park, located just 30 minutes from Edmonton, is excellent for viewing wildlife such as bison, elk and over 250 bird species.
Learn more The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest icefields in the world outside of the polar regions, covering some 230 sq km (89 sq mi) to a depth of 365 m (1,200 ft) and some 28 km (17 mi) long.
Learn more SunDog offers unforgettable sightseeing and transportation services in the Canadian Rockies, including their Wildlife Discovery Tour, Maligne Lake Cruise Tour and more.
Learn more Get a taste of Alberta
The best way to get to know a destination? Eat your way through it.
Alberta has a diverse food scene brimming with award-winning chefs and restaurants. And Edmonton’s food culture has never been stronger or more vibrant than it is now.
Discover Edmonton’s Best Restaurants
Places to eat
Eat, engage and explore your way through Alberta with tours in Calgary, Banff, Canmore and Edmonton. From self-guided to guided to private tours, there’s an option for everyone.
Learn more Inspired by the wealth of seasonal ingredients available in Alberta, RGE RD is the definition of farm-to-fork dining and offers a constantly changing and evolving menu.
Learn more Aalto’s inspired menu is what they call “lake-food” – a homegrown interpretation of seafood that spotlights Jasper’s finest regional flavours.
Learn more Choose from a variety of dishes inspired by the cosmopolitan nature and cuisine of West Bengal, like flaky kati rolls, curries and more.
Learn more Get ready to embark on an exciting two-wheel food adventure! Hop on a bike and cycle with friendly tour guides to various local food destinations. Eat mouth-watering cuisines all while getting a VIP behind-the-scenes luxury experience.
Learn more Exploring and learning about Jasper has never been so delicious. As you cruise between each scrumptious stop you will enjoy not only exquisite eats but also some of Jasper’s tastiest tales.
Learn more Authentic cultural experiences
Forty-eight First Nations and eight Métis settlements bring Alberta a rich tapestry of cultures, languages and ways of knowing that vary from place to place. Learning about Indigenous culture and hearing their stories makes for unforgettable experiences.
At Alberta’s first Métis cultural interpretive centre, you can participate in interactive experiences, dine on authentic Indigenous cuisine and spend the night under the stars.
View details Built on the site of the signing of Treaty 7 in 1877, Blackfoot Crossing offers a range of experiences, including teepee camping.
View details One of the world’s oldest and best-preserved Buffalo Jumps, this site bears witness to a custom practiced by Indigenous people of the North American plains for nearly 6,000 years.
View details Experience small group walking, hiking and snowshoeing tours that explore some of the geological wonders of Alberta through an Indigenous cultural lens.
View details Composed of the dynamic mother-daughter duo Matricia and Mackenzie Brown, Warrior Women offer a variety of experiences from fireside chats, to drumming and singing performances and medicine walks.
View details Revel in North America’s largest collection of Indigenous rock art in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Daily guided tours through the archeological preserve offer a deeper understanding of the area’s significance.
View details Stories from around the province
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Meet six distilleries putting Alberta spirit-making on the map and bringing local ingredients to the world stage with award-winning and unique beverages.
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Alberta’s old west heritage comes alive with hands-on ranch experiences, plus a little bit of pampering.
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No matter where you travel in Alberta, you won’t be far from one or more of the province’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites – these amazing sites are well worth a visit.
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These two historic gathering sites invite visitors to celebrate and experience Indigenous life with engaging, hands-on activities.
Explore further
Alberta is home to North America’s largest mountain range. It’s where dinosaurs once roamed and where dense forests make way to open prairies. You can swim in jewel-coloured lakes, walk across glaciers and climb frozen waterfalls. Go farther, see more and live bigger here.
Deep breaths – you’re heading deep into the Rat’s Nest, a wild, undeveloped cave near Banff and Canmore filled with ancient cave paintings and adventure.
Learn more Experience over 900 animals, representing more than 120 species from five continents at The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, internationally recognized for its conservation research.
Learn more Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Dinosaur Provincial Park is where some of the most extensive dinosaur fossil fields are found.
Learn more This Indigenous outdoor adventure company northwest of Calgary offers experiences such as animal tracking and snowshoeing, horse riding, archery and more.
Learn more Discover why Alberta is the ideal destination for stargazing and aurora chasing enthusiasts with a guided interpretive tour in Waterton Lakes National Park.
Learn more Brenda Holder, a Cree guide of the Kwarakwante people of Jasper, offers several workshops designed to educate people about how her ancestors survived off the land for millennia. In the medicine walk workshop, you’ll learn how to identify a variety of plants and make simple medicines.
Learn more Leave better
Every destination can tell visitors why they should come. We want to show you what it’s like to leave.
Choose your own adventure
From urban playgrounds to charming mountain towns to rugged wilderness, Alberta has an adventure for everyone. Take your pick.
Experience Métis Crossing and explore Alberta’s capital before making your way to the mountain town of Jasper.
Learn more Make your way from Calgary to Jasper on the most scenic route through the Rocky Mountains.
Learn more Explore the many memorable filming locations of the popular HBO series, The Last of Us, as you make your way across Alberta.
Learn more From your base in Calgary, venture into the heart of dinosaur country, then up into the majestic Rocky Mountains. Complement the beauty of nature with fine dining, local history, and even a spa day.
Learn more Embark on an epic tour to learn more about Alberta’s rich Indigenous history and culture. Explore natural wonders, historic sites and educational centres - one urban hub at a time.
Learn more Plan your visit to RVC 2024
For more information about RVC, including the event schedule, where to stay and more, please visit Explore Edmonton and RVC’s websites.
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