Southwest Edmonton Travel Guide
Edmonton
Visit Southwest Edmonton
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.
Currents of Windermere
You can do some window-shopping at Currents of Windermere during your visit to Edmonton.
Terwillegar Park
Explore the great outdoors at Terwillegar Park, a lovely green space in Edmonton. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Snow Valley Ski Club
Hit the slopes at Snow Valley Ski Club during your trip to Edmonton. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Riverbend Athletic Club
Catch an event at The Riverbend Athletic Club during your trip to Edmonton. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Edmonton Oilers Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Rogers Place
Calgary: Travel in great comfort to/from Edmonton
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Leduc AB
Top hotels in Southwest Edmonton
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South
Was great
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre
Thermostat doesn’t work, heater makes noises
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Best Western Cedar Park Inn
The parking did not feel safe, I did ask the desk staff where it was the safest to park and the response was “your kidding me right do you know where you are”.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Edmonton South
clean and good place to be friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
We didn't have the opportunity to take advantage of the free breakfast, but the area was lovely and staff are incredible. The valet parking was so appreciated! We only came in for one night, but will definitely book again for our next trip to Edmonton.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Great place.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Edmonton
Southside
Travellers come to Southside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Golfanatics and Alley Kat Brewery 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.
