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Alberta is filled with wild possibilities down every trail.

Land in vibrant Calgary or Edmonton, both filled with culture, dining and entertainment. Then, set out for mountain peaks, rolling prairies, ancient badlands or vast boreal forests.

From world-famous attractions and family-friendly destinations to hidden gems waiting to be discovered, every corner of Alberta offers something unique. Whether you're planning a restorative getaway, a scenic road trip or a holiday that leaves you changed, you'll find places that inspire you again and again.

A couple sit on the methane bubbles under a frozen lake while admiring the sunset.
A couple relax outdoors among the pools and firepits at BASIN Glacial Waters Spa at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Person looking up at night sky and Northern lights
Fans leaving Rogers Place after an Edmonton Oilers hockey game
Couple walking down a snowy street in the winter, with the Calgary Tower and downtown buildings in the background
Wide shot of two people fatbiking over a frozen Maligne Lake, mountain range in the background, in Jasper National Park
Group enjoying a guided fat biking tour with Kananaskis Outfitters
Guests and a guide walking through the canyon looking up at the canyon walls.

Iconic natural places

Alberta is Canada's Wild Side, where you can find a whole new side of yourself in the wide-open outdoors.

Matricia Brown poses with an indigenous drum near the waters edge.

National & Provincial Parks

Wild spaces, iconic wildlife and endless room to roam. Hike, paddle and camp where nature sets the pace.

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A skier skiing down an intermediate run at Lake Louise Ski Resort in Banff National Park

Mountains

Big peaks and life-changing thrills. Chase alpine hikes, scenic drives and heart‑racing adventures in Alberta’s untamed Canadian Rockies.

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Guide with couple in canyon.

Lakes & Rivers

Winding waterways and pristine lakes abound in Alberta. Paddle, skate, fish or canyon through the province's most striking waters.

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Cities & Towns

Discover Alberta's cities, mountain towns and rural destinations, from Calgary to Banff to Drumheller and beyond. Use these pages to find out what to do, where to stay and places to eat.

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A group of skiers and snowboarders walking across Banff Avenue, significant mountain view in the background, in Banff National Park
Banff & Lake Louise
A winter sunrise lights up the sky over Peace Bridge in Calgary.
Calgary
A group of people dog sledding in Spray Lakes, Kananaskis
Canmore & Kananaskis
Dinosaur skeleton in the Royal Tyrrell Museum
Drumheller
Person ski jumping with downtown Edmonton in background
Edmonton
Snowboarding in Jasper
Jasper
A woman sits on a bench by the Medicine Hat mural in winter.
Medicine Hat
A family of two parents and two children following a guide on a snowshoe tour across a snow covered valley in the mountains.
Waterton
A large lodge lit up at dusk under a pink-blue sky.

Alberta's Regions

Our province's 13 regions each have distinct landscapes and attractions. Get to know the terrain and what experiences you can uncover, whether in the Canadian Rockies, the Canadian Badlands, the Foothills or beyond.

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Road Trips & Itineraries

scenic view of mountains surrounded by a shallow body of water, a tour boat is coming to shore, rocks and trees in view
3D Tour
5 Days

Indigenous Cultures and Iconic Rockies

Learn about Indigenous cultures on a trip from Edmonton to Jasper, spotting bison, savouring Alberta food and learning from Indigenous guides along the way.

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3D Tour
3 Days

Rocky Mountain Bucket List

Make your way from Calgary to Jasper on the most scenic route through the Rocky Mountains.

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7 Days

Alberta Classics Road Trip

This is an essential Alberta road trip from Edmonton to Calgary via the Icefields Parkway in the Canadian Rockies.

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Couple taking photos at Horseshoe Canyon
8 Days

Alpine and Jurassic Discoveries

This road trip includes highlights of the Canadian Rockies plus Drumheller and Dinosaur Provincial Park, with hidden gems and a hot spring day mixed in.

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Visitors on a plant walk with Matricia Bauer
13 Days

Alberta Indigenous and Cultural Experiences

Plan an epic tour through Alberta's Indigenous cultures and histories, from bison and Métis traditions to the sacred sites of the Rockies, Calgary and beyond.

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Stories

A guide and 2 guests look at the Abraham Lake ice bubbles with the Rockies in the distance.
9 min read Ice Bubbles and Beyond: How to Take a Winter Getaway to Nordegg

See Abraham Lake’s famous ice bubbles, hike to frozen waterfalls and learn where to stay on a winter escape to Nordegg, Alberta.

A cyclist bikes across the Blackshale Suspension Bridge with evergreen forests all around and mountains in the near distance.
8 min read 7 Scenic Bike Rides that Show off Alberta at its Best

Find the best bike rides to put on your Alberta itinerary. Find car-free highways in the Rockies to forest trails and family-friendly national park paths.

Couple cheering from the stands at an Edmonton Oiler’s game
3 min read Things to Do When You Travel to Edmonton for a Hockey Game

One of the best ways to experience Edmonton is to catch an Edmonton Oilers hockey game. While you’re in the city, here’s what else you need to do.

5 min read Top Things to do in Alberta in Winter 2026-27

Winter in Alberta means bright sunny days, lots of snow and stunning icy lakes. Here’s a winter bucket list so you can make the most of the season.