Southwest Edmonton Travel Guide
Edmonton
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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
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to South Edmonton Common, a favourite shopping spot in Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Rogers Place
Catch an event at Rogers Place during your trip to Edmonton. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Self-Guided Audio Tours for the Canadian Rockies
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Jasper National Park
Edmonton: 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Edmonton’s 124th Food Walk Tour: Best Local Neighbourhood Tour
Top hotels in Southwest Edmonton
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South
Only stayed to sleep. Arrived 10 pm and left early in the am. Sufficient for that, everything clean and the bed was comfortable. Bathroom well equipped and the linens smelled good. Only thing that bothered me was a noisy fan in the room.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
Stayed in queen with kitchenette room. Perfect for long stays. Room was spotless! Hotel has gone through renovations. Excellent value, Room was quiet despite being on a very busy area of the city. Breakfast was good! Varied.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Edmonton South by IHG
Really enjoyed my 3 day stay here! Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and appealing. No funky smells! Definitely recommend. Breakfast was also great!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wyndham Edmonton Hotel and Conference Centre
Our stay was great room was good and great Sunday brunch
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton South
The elevator was broken, had to walk up to the 3rd floor. Stairwell was filthy and wreaked of smoke. The third floor said nonsmoking but it was very strong in the hallway. The room had stained walls, ceiling and chair. There was the smallest handsoap ive ever seen. Poor lighting in the room and lack ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Great breakfast. Valet parking. Good fitness centre. No complaints. Thanks for a great stay.
Reviewed on 9 May 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 Southgate Center, 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.
