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Edmonton, Canada world-guides.com - Edmonton city guide featuring Edmonton, Alberta (AB), Canada attractions, cities, towns and places and sights nearby, Fort Saskatchewan, Elk Island National Park of Canada, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village and other attractions close to Edmonton center, excursions, Father Lacombe Chapel and general information about attractions nearby Edmonton, Alberta (AB), Canada. Attractions Nearby Edmonton - Last updated 19/8/2008.

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Attractions Nearby Edmonton
(Edmonton, Alberta - AB, Canada)




Just a short trip from Edmonton lies an array of attractions simply waiting to be visited. Many of these attractions are extremely close to Edmonton and are popular excursions for both locals and tourists in the Edmonton area.

The nearby city of Fort Saskatchewan is full of historic attractions, including a notable museum, and is situated close to the Elk Island National Park of Canada, an important wildlife reserve. Here are the main attractions nearby Edmonton.




Edmonton Attractions Nearby: Fort Saskatchewan - Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta (AB), Canada
Located just 24 miles / 38 km from nearby Edmonton, a trip to the city of Fort Saskatchewan is a popular excursion. Home to many interesting sights, top attractions here include the city's Fort Saskatchewan Museum and Historical Site, more than 185 acres / 75 hectares of parks and open spaces, around 19 miles / 30 km of scenic cycle trails, and many lively festivals throughout the year.
Edmonton attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Edmonton attraction admission: free, charge for some attractions

Edmonton Attractions Nearby: Elk Island National Park of Canada - Highway 16 East, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta (AB), T8L 2N7, Canada
Tel: +1 780 992 2950
One of the most popular attractions nearby Edmonton, the Elk Island National Park of Canada is just 18 miles / 30 km from Edmonton and is an important conservation haven, rich in wildlife. With bison, elk, deer, more than 250 bird species and even the occasional bear, the Elk Island National Park offers many recreational activities, including hiking trails, camping, fishing and even skiing during the winter season.
Edmonton attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Edmonton attraction admission: charge, discounts for children and seniors

Edmonton Attractions Nearby: Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village - Highway 16, Tofield, Alberta (AB), T0B 4J0, Canada
Tel: +1 780 662 3640
A short journey from Edmonton, the attractions of the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village lie just over 40 miles / 64 km from the city. Featuring an authentic re-enactment of village life at the end of the 19th century, highlights include horse-drawn wagon rides, period costumes, festivals, group activities and displays.
Edmonton attraction open: May to Labor Day, daily - 10:00 to 18:00; Labor Day to Thanksgiving, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 18:00
Edmonton attraction admission: charge, discounts available for seniors, children and families, children under seven free

Edmonton Attractions Nearby: Father Lacombe Chapel - 2 St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert, Alberta (AB), T8N 3Z9, Canada
Tel: +1 780 424 3995
The Father Lacombe Chapel is a historic mission, standing in nearby St. Albert, around 9 miles / 14 km from Edmonton. Dating back to the 1860s, the chapel is open to the public and features regular guided tours, together with a number of seasonal attractions, activities and events.
Edmonton attraction open: May to Labor Day, daily - 10:00 to 18:00
Edmonton attraction admission: charge, discounts for children





 
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