Lethbridge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lethbridge
Lethbridge
Photo by Hecktic Travels
Photo by Hecktic Travels
Photo by Hecktic Travels

This garden city in southern Canada is famous for its scenic walking trails, heritage sites, art galleries and rolling countryside.

Picturesque coulees, colourful gardens, art galleries and museums celebrate Lethbridge’s native, European and Asian cultures. Lethbridge is the southernmost city of Canada’s Alberta province, close to national parks and striking mountains.

Lethbridge has coulees, rolling hills and urban parks straddling the banks of the Oldman River. Closest to the city centre is Indian Battle Park, with trails leading through woodlands to riverside picnic spots, lookouts, nature reserves and heritage sites. Marvel at High Level Bridge, one of the world’s longest and tallest railway bridges. Spot colourful birdlife and native flora in the Helen Schuler Nature Reserve.

Go to the Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre, a 19th-century whisky trading post that helped to shape the city. Learn about the culture of the Blackfoot Indians and illegal whisky trading and watch reenactments of historical events.

Find interesting galleries and museums when you explore downtown Lethbridge. Bowman Arts Centre, CASA Lethbridge and Southern Alberta Art Gallery feature works by regional artists. Watch a play at the New West Theatre or enjoy orchestral concerts at the Lethbridge Symphony. Discover hands-on exhibits that retell the city’s history at the Galt Museum and Archives.

The spectacular Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden is a short bus ride from downtown Lethbridge. Relax amid pristine gardens interspersed with rockeries, bonsai trees, ornamental ponds and Asian architecture. Learn the Japanese art of origami and play hanetsuki, a game similar to badminton. Enjoy kayaking and golf or simply relax at Henderson Lake.

Rent a car to explore areas outside the city. The three mazes, petting zoo and giant slide at Lethbridge Cornmaze are popular with families. Spot hawks and eagles and watch flying demonstrations at the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre.

Reach Lethbridge by taking a domestic flight or intercity bus from Calgary. Lethbridge is a good base for exploring southern Canada’s natural beauty. Just a 2-hour drive away are the family-friendly ski resorts of Castle Mountain and Pass Powderkeg, both set in the magnificent Canadian Rockies mountain range.

Where to stay in Lethbridge

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South Lethbridge

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in South Lethbridge, Enmax Centre and Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden are top sights worth seeing.

South Lethbridge
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Downtown Lethbridge

While visiting Downtown Lethbridge, you might make a stop by sights like Park Place Shopping Centre and Siam Thai Massage & Spa.

Downtown Lethbridge
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge

Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge

3 out of 5
320 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.581.832 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.581.832
Rp1.783.369 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lethbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"The garden and pool area was beautiful. The pool and hot tub could use an upgrade. The rooms were quiet and clean. Beds were comfortable."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Wingate by Wyndham Lethbridge

Wingate by Wyndham Lethbridge

2.5 out of 5
120 Stafford Dr S, Lethbridge, AB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.483.993 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.483.993
Rp1.649.903 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lethbridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Disappointed EV charger was for Tesla only"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Lethbridge
Ramada by Wyndham Lethbridge

Ramada by Wyndham Lethbridge

3 out of 5
1303 Mayor Magrath Dr S, Lethbridge, AB
The price is Rp1.017.466 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.017.466
Rp1.131.218 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lethbridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,060 reviews)
Penny Rockstar
"The stay was fantastic especially the Continental breakfast the girl Penny working did a great job of the food and setup bravo and thank you"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Lethbridge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Paradise Canyon Golf Resort

Paradise Canyon Golf Resort

3.5 out of 5
185 Canyon Blvd. W. Lethbridge, Lethbridge, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Lethbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Paradise Canyon Golf Course and Enmax ...
9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
Good Place to stay.
"Wonderful place to stay. Unit was easy to find and get in and out of."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Paradise Canyon Golf Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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