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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Alberta [2025]
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World Waterpark
4.8
/5
239 reviews
9.8
Based on 1,634 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1 780-444-5300
Address: 8882 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 2E3, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Featured in 2025 Global 100 – Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Pirate water park for kids
Swim with dolphins and feed sea lions up close
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The Canada World Water Park is located at the Edmonton West Edmonton Shopping Center and is the largest indoor water park in North America. There is a huge artificial wave pool, which is super exciting when the waves are high like a seaside storm. A variety of high-speed slides, such as speed slides, Cyclones, etc., let people experience the thrill of the wind. The rafting river can enjoy leisure time comfortably. The children's play area has rich facilities, which is very suitable for bringing children to play. It is a good place for the whole family to share joy.
World Waterpark, located within West Edmonton Mall in Alberta, Canada, is generally reviewed positively for its size, variety of attractions, and overall fun experience. While some reviewers mention it's not a daily destination,a great place for a once-in-a-while splurge. The park is known for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and the wide range of options, including slides, wave pools, and other water attractions.
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Banff National Park
4.9
/5
395 reviews
9.2
From € 49.33
Based on 585 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1 403-762-1550
Address: Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 days
Featured in 2025 Global 100 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Fall Wildlife Adventure
Boating & enjoy Tiffany-blue Lake Louise
Saved by 247 users197 positive reviews
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Stepping into Banff National Park, I felt like I had fallen into a beautiful dream. The snowy mountains shone holy light under the light of the sun; the lake was as clear as a mirror, reflecting the magnificence of the surroundings, and the color flowed with the light and shadow, which was fascinating. In the forest, the pine waves, the encounter of the deer added a little bit of energy to this tranquility. Here, it is a treasure gift of nature, healing and beautiful.
Sunshine Meadow, Banff National Park, Canada
Sunshine Meadow, located southwest of Banff Town, is a vast grassland in Banff National Park, showing unique alpine meadow scenery and pleasant scenery. We drove to the parking lot of Sunshine Meadow (Sunshine Village Parking Lot), and then took a yellow school bus to go up the mountain. Private cars are prohibited in this area, retaining the original tranquility and purity.
Sunshine Meadow exudes a unique charm, with a sense of wilderness in the desolation, majestic and beautiful. Looking from a distance, the endless snow-capped mountains rise into the sky; looking closely, wild flowers are everywhere in the forest, competing for beauty. We strolled on the winding mountain hiking trails, with tall larch trees standing tall on both sides, and the autumn is in full swing.
Sunshine Meadow offers many hiking options. We selected a route around the lake, which is about 6 kilometers in total. Along the way, three alpine lakes are inlaid like pearls. Every scene is intoxicating and beautiful beyond words. This hiking route is praised by Lonely Planet as one of the most beautiful hiking routes in the world.
Sunshine Grassland is very good and worth a visit👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.
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Calgary Tower
4.2
/5
118 reviews
7.8
From € 15.51
Based on 3,440 reviews
Calgary Chinatown | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1 403-266-7171
Address: 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1J9, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
City & Rockies panoramic view
Panoramic view of Bow River & Rockies
Saved by 101 users48% positive reviews
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The Calgary Tower is a landmark building here, located in the city center. From the tower, you can overlook the entire city of Calgary. The Calgary Tower is a landmark building here, located in the city center. From the tower, you can overlook the entire city of Calgary. The Calgary Tower is a landmark building here, located in the city center. From the tower, you can overlook the entire city of Calgary.
great spot to visit for amazing views of calgary. the glass floor add a fun thrill and the city looks beautiful at sunset. recommended to visit
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Lake Louise
4.8
/5
205 reviews
7.7
Based on 7,709 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1-403-7628421
Address: Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 3 hours
No.2 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Alberta
Highlights:
Canoeing, hiking & skiing adventures
Sapphire-like lake on Rockies
29% positive reviews
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The light snow and the blue sky and white clouds are a blessing to us. In summer, the water of Lake Louise is as charming as the green of Jiuzhaigou Huanglong and Nyingchi Basongcuo, and in winter, it is covered with ice and snow. If we invite some craftsmen from Harbin Ice and Snow World and Frozen Garden Fair to decorate the ice lanterns and snow sculptures, it will definitely not look like this now. It can be seen that the foreigners' extreme aesthetic appreciation of ice and snow shapes and craftsmanship is probably to this extent.
Lake Louise is truly breathtaking, and visiting here will definitely not disappoint. When I saw the clear green water, I felt a deep appreciation for the wonders of creation. The gentle snowfall added a romantic touch, making the lake appear like a dream. In such an environment, I was truly moved, as if I were in a painting. Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy nature, Lake Louise is a perfect choice that will leave you enchanted!
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Banff Gondola
5.0
/5
7 reviews
7.6
From € 53.33
Based on 13,921 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1 866-756-1904
Address: 100 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B2, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-2.5 hours
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Nice view! A few degrees lower than Banff village! Bring extra jacket if you want to stay outside! They have indoor viewing seats available too!
Really cool to go up and see the view. The short climb to the other side is even cooler
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Columbia Icefield
4.8
/5
201 reviews
6.8
Based on 5,292 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Spectacular glaciers & views
Alberta's famous glacier wonderland
34% positive reviews
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The scenic spot doesn't look very good for taking photos, but walking on the glacier and riding the glacier car were both my first times. The experience was very strong. Especially since it was advertised that there are only two such cars in the world, I feel that I would really miss out if I didn't go. Overall, it's worth a visit.
It was my first time to experience glaciers and it was great. The price I booked on Ctrip was at least 20% cheaper than the price on its official website. Ctrip's customer service was very thoughtful and it was an unforgettable experience!
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Jasper National Park
4.8
/5
154 reviews
6.7
From € 62.01
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1 780-852-6176
Address: Jasper, AB T0E 1E0, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Alberta
Highlights:
Enjoy fun boating and fishing at Maligne Lake
Enjoy Up-Close Glacier Viewing on an Ice Explorer
29% positive reviews
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The Icefields Parkway is the only way to Jasper National Park. It is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and has beautiful scenery. The boarding point to the Columbia Glacier is right next to the Icefields Parkway. Riding an icefield snowmobile to the glacier is spectacular and shocking.
1. You can see a variety of animals by driving from Banff to Jasper. The scenery is breathtaking!
2. You can visit the Columbia Glacier formed in ancient times
3. Visit Jasper town and eat local food
4. You must try Jasper rafting in summer
5. You can choose a cabin or camp in Jasper National Park. All reservations need to be made in advance!
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Bow Falls
4.0
/5
60 reviews
6.6
Based on 4,243 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1-403-762-1550
Address: Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1.5 hours
Highlights:
Filming location that attracts backpackers
Explore Hidden Mysteries on Waterfall Hiking Trails
31% positive reviews
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The trip to the Rocky Mountains in eastern and western Canada has been completed. The lakes and mountains in the Rocky Mountains are so beautiful that people can't help but linger.
I want to start with the "lakes", but it always takes "lakes and mountains" to show its overall momentum and beauty.
The first article is Bow Falls, which became famous because the American movie star Monroe's movie "The River Flows East" was filmed here. Although it is far inferior to Niagara Falls, it is the first stop in the Rocky Mountains.
We went there early in the morning and felt the sunlight was a bit glaring, and we were backlit, so the photos we took were not very beautiful. However, the water of this waterfall is cream-colored, and you can hear the sound of the waterfall from a distance.
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Prince's Island Park
4.4
/5
64 reviews
6.2
Based on 1,428 reviews
Bow river Riverfront | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1 403-268-2489
Address: 698 Eau Claire Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 5N4, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Park located in downtown Calgary
Canoeing, ice skating & picnics
47% positive reviews
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Calgary's Prince Island Park is a great place for a leisurely stroll, where you can see the city center's tall buildings and get close to nature. Calgary's Prince Island Park is a great place for a leisurely stroll, where you can see the city center's tall buildings and get close to nature. Calgary's Prince Island Park is a great place for a leisurely stroll, where you can see the city center's tall buildings and get close to nature.
Calgary is a very beautiful city. This is a city park. Prince Island Park has rich natural scenery. The park is full of various green and delicious plants and flowers. It is quite comfortable in the evening. The whole area is also very good.
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10
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Moraine Lake
4.7
/5
89 reviews
6.1
Based on 6,058 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1-403-5223733
Address: Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L 1E0, Canada
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
360° panoramic viewpoints available
Glacial melt lake & ten peaks
32% positive reviews
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Canada🇨🇦Moraine Lake in the Rocky Mountains. The blue-green color of Moraine Lake cannot be explained in words or photos. Because words cannot explain the gem-like blue-green color. Photos cannot capture the color that the eyes see. So it must be You have to visit in person to know how beautiful it is‼ ️
People say that Banff is one of the must-visit places in life.
When the car drove into the national park, my eyes were immediately attracted by the scenery outside the window. The mountains, the lake, the trees... Everywhere I looked, it was a picturesque scenery. It was really super beautiful! It was worth falling down four times.
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