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Tap with an Arc card: The Arc smart card works on ETS buses and the LRT, and tapping it is easier than paying cash on board; load it at LRT station machines before you ride.
Ride the LRT lines: The Capital Line links downtown, the University of Alberta and Century Park, the Metro Line serves NAIT, and the Valley Line runs southeast to Mill Woods.
Take the airport bus: ETS Route 747 connects Edmonton International Airport with the Century Park LRT station, a cheaper alternative to a taxi for the long drive into the city.

Stay alert downtown at night: Parts of downtown and some LRT stations can feel empty after dark, so stick to busy areas like the Ice District and use a cab late at night.
Drive winter roads carefully: Snow and black ice are common from November to March; rental cars should have winter tires, and leave extra distance on the Whitemud and Anthony Henday.
Respect river valley wildlife: Coyotes, deer and occasionally moose use the North Saskatchewan River valley trails, so keep dogs leashed and give animals plenty of space.

Explore the free river valley: Edmonton's river valley is one of North America's largest urban park systems, with free trails, viewpoints and summer river-side picnics.
Pay only GST: Alberta has no provincial sales tax, so purchases at West Edmonton Mall and other shops carry only the federal 5 percent GST, cheaper than most of Canada.
Pick free festival events: Summer festivals such as the Fringe in Old Strathcona have free outdoor stages and street performers, so you can enjoy the buzz without buying tickets.

Dress for deep winter: January cold snaps can fall well below minus 20 Celsius, so pack an insulated parka, warm boots, thermal layers, gloves, a hat and a scarf to cover your face.
Enjoy long summer evenings: June and July bring warm days and daylight well into the late evening, but sudden thunderstorms happen, so carry a light rain jacket.
Layer for shoulder seasons: Spring and autumn can swing from mild to snowy in a day, so bring layers and waterproof shoes for slushy sidewalks in March or October.

Catch the Fringe Festival: Every August Old Strathcona hosts the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, one of the largest in North America, with hundreds of shows.
Learn Indigenous history: The Royal Alberta Museum downtown has major First Nations and Metis galleries, and Edmonton sits in Treaty 6 territory, often acknowledged at events.
Try local favourites: Green onion cakes are a beloved Edmonton festival snack, and Alberta beef steakhouses are a local point of pride worth seeking out for dinner.

Use the downtown pedways: Enclosed pedways and tunnels link many downtown buildings, malls and LRT stations, letting you cross the core in winter without stepping outside.
Shop Old Strathcona market: The Old Strathcona Farmers' Market near Whyte Avenue runs on Saturdays year-round, a great spot for local bakery, Alberta produce and crafts.
Chase the northern lights: On clear, dark nights head out of the city to places like Elk Island National Park, a dark-sky preserve where you may also see bison.

Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.

Day 1 of 2

🕘 9:30–17:30📍 4 stops

Day 2 of 2

🕘 9:30–15:30📍 4 stops