Take a road trip to the mountains!!! It is about a 4 hour drive west of Edmonton. Just a few tips, make sure you book hotels or campsites early! The reservation website for campsites open up in January and is on a first - come - first serve basis. Use this link to book your campsites: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/voyage-travel/reserve
Banff is another great place to experience the great outdoors. It is around 4 hours south of Edmonton and on your trip there, you can visit Calgary as well (2 hours south of Edmonton). Also, reserve campsites early as they end up being booked up really fast.
West Edmonton mall is the largest mall in North America!!! Check out the waterpark, skating rink, casinos and much more.
Whyte Avenue, now a heritage area, is at the heart of this district, housing many shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.
Just 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a natural wonderland open all year long! Spread a blanket and gaze at a starry sky free from city lights or follow the footprints of a bison and learn how this magnificent animal was brought back from near extinction