Best Things to Do
in Downtown Edmonton
Downtown is Edmonton's core, around Jasper Avenue, Churchill Square and the Ice District. We list 11 things to do in Downtown, Edmonton, ranked by Google rating and review volume. Top rated right now: Escape street (5.0★, 1,378 reviews), Blocs Climbing + Fitness (4.9★, 394 reviews) and Royal Alberta Museum (4.6★, 5,039 reviews). Most common here: Museums (3), Arcades & Video Games (2) and Parks & Outdoors (2).
11 spots★ 4.6 avg rating11,840 Google reviews
In Downtown:Museums 3
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Blocs Climbing + Fitness
Activities & FunDowntown$$
Modern bouldering gym near downtown Edmonton with fresh route setting, yoga classes, and a coffee bar. Great for first-timers and daily grinders alike.
Beginner FriendlyYoga ClassesCafe
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Royal Alberta Museum
Activities & FunDowntown$$
The largest museum in western Canada, natural history, Indigenous history, human history, feature exhibitions. Half a day easy.
Family FriendlyKids ProgramsIndoor
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The Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum
Activities & FunDowntown
Family FriendlyWheelchair Accessible
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Art Gallery of Alberta
Activities & FunDowntown$$
Downtown Edmonton contemporary and historical art gallery, rotating exhibitions, permanent collection, striking architecture.
Date NightFamily FriendlyIndoor
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Things to Do in Downtown Edmonton: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Downtown?
Ranked by Google rating and review volume, the top things to do on WhereToYEG right now are Escape street (5.0★, 1,378 reviews), Blocs Climbing + Fitness (4.9★, 394 reviews) and Royal Alberta Museum (4.6★, 5,039 reviews). Ratings refresh as new reviews come in.
How many things to do are in Downtown?
WhereToYEG lists 11 things to do in Downtown, Edmonton. Filter by price, rating, or amenity at the top of this page, or use the Open now filter to see who is open.
Which things to do are open on Sunday in Downtown?
9 of the listed things to do show Sunday hours, including Escape street (10:00 AM to 11:00 PM), Blocs Climbing + Fitness (10:00 AM to 8:00 PM) and Royal Alberta Museum (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Hours change, so check the listing or call ahead.
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