Southwest 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 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
Trail of Champions - Edmonton Escape Game (Pedway Version)
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Top hotels in Southwest Edmonton
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South
The staff are great. The restaurant was good. Rooms are a good size. The rooms are a little worn and could use a freshen up.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre
Reception staff was very friendly and helpful. We didn’t really use the amenities. One suggestion, as a senior, would’ve either a bath mat or slip resistant slips in the shower/tub. Personally, despite being in very good shape for my age, I was being very careful in the tub.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
The staff are super sure friendly and kind. Always a nice place to stay and a good locations close to lots of amenities.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
Great location . Lovely room and lovely breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton South
Easy parking. Nice staff. Definitely dated decor. Fan was a bit loud but worked. Room had a lingering smoke smell, but it was ground floor room near where people smoke outside.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Honestly the location of the hotel was the only good thing about this experience. The parking situation was terrible, especially having a large truck. And the staff didn’t help what so ever with it. They didn’t seem to know how to do their job properly, it was very unprofessional and rude. The room ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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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.
