Southwest Edmonton Travel Guide
Edmonton
Visit Southwest Edmonton
Popular places to visit
Fort Edmonton Park
One of Canada’s largest living history museums places you in four eras from centuries ago, including Edmonton’s fur trading and pioneering days.
Southgate Center
During your trip to Edmonton, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Southgate Center. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
West Edmonton Mall
Take the family to the largest mall in North America, with over 800 stores, restaurants, amusement parks, theaters, gyms, a petting zoo, an ice palace and aquarium.
South Edmonton Common
During your trip to Edmonton, you can enjoy retail therapy at South Edmonton Common. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
University of Alberta
Explore the campus of University of Alberta during your visit to Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Edmonton Oilers Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Rogers Place
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Edmonton: 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park
Edmonton’s 124th Food Walk Tour: Best Local Neighbourhood Tour
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Top hotels in Southwest Edmonton
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South
Most things were up to par.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
The breakfast was good , the parking situation is a bit of a hassle, and they left our vehicle out front for a whole afternoon! The only reason why we noticed was we were walking by and seen it out front!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Conference Center Edmonton South by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
Need more parking
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Wyndham Edmonton Hotel and Conference Centre
A beautiful place for a great price and friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
I had an issue with my room and the staff bent over backwards to sort things out for me in a very speedy fashion. All the staff except one were utterly fantastic. They were super friendly and made me feel valued as a customer. As well…I forgot a couple items in my room, and when I contacted them ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Edmonton
Southside
Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alley Kat Brewery and Monster Mini Golf while you're in town.
Ellerslie
When in Ellerslie, you can plan a visit to South Edmonton Common and Cineplex Odeon South Edmonton Cinemas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Edmonton
A noteworthy feature of West Edmonton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out West Edmonton Mall and World Waterpark.
Queen Alexandria
While there might not be top attractions in Queen Alexandria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 82 Ave NW and Kinsmen Sports Centre.
Garneau
If you're spending some time in Garneau, 82 Ave NW and City Arts Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Mill Woods
When in Mill Woods and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like South Edmonton Common or Southgate Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mill Woods Station or Grey Nuns Station.
