Hockey Lovers’ Trip to Alberta

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Sports Fans
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Chase Canada's favourite game on a three-day hockey trip from Edmonton to Calgary, taking in NHL action, Olympic venues and a chance to hit the ice.

This one is for anyone who lives and breathes hockey. In Edmonton, skate under the glass dome of an NHL-sized rink and catch the Oilers at Rogers Place amid the buzz of the ICE District. Then head to Calgary to tour the Olympic Oval, celebrate the greats at the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and live out your pro dreams on the ice.

At a glance

3-day itinerary
857 km (533 mi) total distance
9 hrs 26 mins drive time
Your starting point is in West Edmonton Mall

3 destinations

Starts in

West Edmonton Mall

Day 1 drive time: 4 hr 11 min, 413 km (257 mi)

Day 1

Edmonton

Explore the home of some of the greats—Alberta’s capital city.

People skating at the Ice Palace at West Edmonton Mall.

A Local Favourite

Ice Palace – West Edmonton Mall

Start by lacing up those skates, whether you rent or bring your own! From recreational skating to figure skating to hockey and special non-ice events, the action is always exciting under the glittering glass dome of the National Hockey League-sized Ice Palace.

A Local Favourite

ICE District

Head to Edmonton’s ICE District, Canada’s largest mixed-use sports and entertainment district. Get a taste of the city’s eclectic energy and diverse offerings. And with speakeasys, sports bars and steakhouses, this is the spot to indulge in pre- or post-game refreshments alongside friendly locals.

Rogers Place

Catch an Edmonton Oilers game at Rogers Place, the most advanced sports and entertainment venue in North America. It’s home to countless big-name concerts and the Oil Kings of the Western Hockey League.