Best History Museum in Edmonton

We've collected top 10 mentioned history museums in Edmonton from other articles such as Rank-It.ca, Wander Woman Travel Magazine, Big 7 Travel.

Best History Museum in Edmonton

Fort Edmonton Park
Fort Edmonton Park
4.5 (2248 ratings)4.5 (1697 ratings)
Heritage park with recreated architecture from 1885, 1905 & 1920 Edmonton, plus a fort & streetcars.
7000 143 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 4P3, Canada
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Mentioned by Edmonton Explored: Best Picnic Spots | Explore Edmonton
Royal Alberta Museum
Royal Alberta Museum
4.5 (2737 ratings)4.5 (291 ratings)
Exhibits on Alberta's geological & human history, including First Peoples, plus fossils & wildlife.
9810 103a Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0G2, Canada
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Mentioned by planetware.com
16 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Edmonton | PlanetWare
"The Royal Alberta Museum moved to its new location in 2018, and is now western Canada's largest museum. Home to a fascinating mix of permanent cultural and natural history exhibits, as well as always-changing temporary installations, a visit to this ultra-modern facility is certainly time well spent. Particularly impressive are the many fossils from the dinosaur and ice age eras, a large aquaria of native fish, and live insects-including some exotic and enormous species."
Mentioned by Rank-It.ca
The Top 30+ Attractions in Edmonton to add to your bucket list
"With the added bonus of getting to explore and see the exhibits in 3D at home from your computer, you’re never out of reach to experience the Royal Alberta Museum. A must-see attraction while in Edmonton. The Mammoth Pass for adults is $35, a family pass is $70, seniors are $30, and youth are $20."
Mentioned by tripbuzz.com
8 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Edmonton, Alberta
"Natural History Museums12845-102nd Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta MoreLess Info. Primarily focusing on natural and cultural history, Royal Alberta Museum contains both permanent and temporary exhibits. Informative programs are available for kids and adults, some offering hands-on demonstrations."
Neon Sign Museum
Neon Sign Museum
4.5 (112 ratings)4 (13 ratings)
Outdoor installation of 20 notable vintage signs that originated at stores, theaters & railroads.
104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0K7, Canada
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Mentioned by Yegventures.ca
Ultimate List of Free Museums in Edmonton
"On February 21, 2014, the switch was turned on for first museum of its kind in #Canada. The Neon Sign Museum is an outdoor display for pedestrians to enjoy in the evening in the Warehouse District of 4th Street Promenade (also overlaps with Ice District). There are descriptions on the sidewalk to each #NeonLight that has played a role in Edmonton history."
Mentioned by Road Trip Alberta
The Best Things To Do in Edmonton, Alberta
"The Edmonton Neon Sign Museum is a blast-from-the-past shining in neon!. The first of its kind in Canada, 20 functional historic signs tell the story of Edmonton’s neon past. You can find this installation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on the east wall of the TELUS building and the south wall of the Mercer Warehouse building on 104 Street and 104 Avenue."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Most Instagrammable Spots In Edmonton
"The Neon Sign Museum, the first of its kind in Canada, features restored neon signs from Edmonton’s past. There’s 20 neon signs on the east wall of the TELUS building and the south wall of the Mercer Warehouse building on 104 Street and 104 Avenue."
Alberta Railway Museum
Alberta Railway Museum
4.6 (206 ratings)4 (47 ratings)
Outdoor museum with old locomotives, including passenger & freight trains, open on summer weekends.
24215 34 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 6B4, Canada
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Mentioned by Road Trip Alberta
The 10 Top Edmonton Museums to Visit
"The perfect place for families and/or train enthusiasts, there’s a reason the Alberta Railway Museum is so often found on the top of lists for Edmonton museums. Found a short drive outside of the city centre – so be sure to check opening hours before you head out – the volunteer-run museum is a hands-on experience that includes a huge variety of railway relics. Climb aboard historic cars, cabooses, and engines at the outdoor exhibit, taking in all of the history and heritage of Alberta’s trains and railways."
Mentioned by Spiritual Travels
50+ Things to Do with Kids in Edmonton, Alberta
"If your kid loves trains or vehicles, then consider paying a visit to the Alberta Railway Museum a short drive northeast of the city. For us, our rides on the High Level Bridge Streetcar and on the train and streetcar at Fort Edmonton Park were enough. The museum is open on summer weekends only."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in Edmonton, Canada
"This museum, on the northeast edge of the city, has a collection of more than 75 railcars, including steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock, built and used between 1900 and 1950. On weekends, volunteers..."
John Walter Museum
John Walter Museum
4.5 (41 ratings)
Late-1800s site featuring period houses, hands-on experiences for kids & a park with picnic areas.
9180 Walterdale Hill NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2V3, Canada
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Mentioned by Wander Woman Travel Magazine
The Best Edmonton Museums for Families
"Located near the Walterdale Bridge in the Edmonton river valley, the John Walter Museum interprets the life of John Walter and the Strathcona community of Walterdale from 1875 to 1920. There are three original family homes and artifacts related to the Walter family. You can take a self-guided tour or just wander around the outside of the historic homes and enjoy the gardens."
Prince of Wales Armouries
Prince of Wales Armouries
4.4 (133 ratings)4 (5 ratings)
Early-1900s armoury building, home to Edmonton's city archives, military exhibits & special events.
10440 108 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3Z9, Canada
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Mentioned by Yegventures.ca
Ultimate List of Free Museums in Edmonton
"The Telephone Historical Centre has changed locations a few times in its history, with prior locations at the AGT Tower, Old Strathcona, McKay Avenue School, and its current location at the Prince of Wales Armoury. What’s unique about this museum is it is hands-on. Visitors can act as the switchboard, watch a film in the theatre, look at historic phone books using white gloves, and purchase unique souvenirs."
Mentioned by edmonton.ca
Public Buildings | City of Edmonton
"Prince of Wales Armouries Heritage CentreSketch by Marlena Wyman, 5 May 2018. The Edmonton Drill Hall, as it was originally known, was completed in 1915 for the Department of National Defense. It served as a long-term training facility for Canada’s military and was integral to the organization and mobilization of the country’s armed forces."
Historic McKay Avenue School Archives & Museum
Historic McKay Avenue School Archives & Museum
4.6 (64 ratings)4.5 (5 ratings)
10425 99 Ave, Edmonton, AB T5K 0E5, Canada
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Mentioned by Yegventures.ca
Ultimate List of Free Museums in Edmonton
"McKay Avenue School is the oldest brick school in Alberta and has Edmonton’s first public school house on premise. What makes McKay Avenue School important is that the first session of the Alberta Legislative Assembly met here after the province was formed. It is open while the roof is being renovated."
Musée Héritage Museum
Musée Héritage Museum
4.3 (34 ratings)4.5 (16 ratings)
5 St Anne St, St. Albert, AB T8N 3Z9, Canada
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Mentioned by Must Do Canada
12 of the Best Edmonton Museums
"Not far from Edmonton in the charming little town of St. Albert, the Musée Héritage Museum is on the small side of the Edmonton museums list but is still quite popular due to its focus on local exhibits that have shaped Alberta’s history. The exhibits are also frequently changing to keep it fresh and may include anything from the gold rush back in the 1850s to the Banff internment camps. Right now, it’s a great place to learn about the horrible atrocities of residential schools."
Mentioned by Road Trip Alberta
The 10 Top Edmonton Museums to Visit
"Found just northwest of Edmonton, in St. Albert, the Musée Héritage Museum is a small museum that packs a real punch. With displays that change a few times a year, the focus is always on local exhibits that have shaped Alberta’s history. This means that, at any given time, you can see an exhibit on cultural tattooing of the Northwest, internment camps in Canada, or the 1850s gold rush… it’s always changing and always fresh."
City of Edmonton Archives
City of Edmonton Archives
4.1 (18 ratings)4.5 (3 ratings)
10440 108 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3Z9, Canada
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Mentioned by Yegventures.ca
Ultimate List of Free Museums in Edmonton
"The City of Edmonton archives is the largest municipal resource of the city. It houses documents, photographs, newspapers, and other printed mediums of historic significance in the city. The majority of the data collected is open for public viewing, with the exception of time release archives and other documents of security concern like blueprints of buildings."

Best Vegan Restaurants in Edmonton

Seitans Disciples
Seitans Disciples
4.7 (32 ratings)
10255 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0L9, Canada
Vegan restaurant
Mentioned by itsbreeandben.com
11 Vegan Restaurants in Edmonton That Shouldn't Be Ignored
"It’s a plant-based coffee shop and brunch/lunch spot during the day (Pêche Café) and then it transforms to Seitans Disciples at night. Seitans Disciples delves into Southern cuisine featuring vegan fried chicken, po’boys, poutine, and more!. Highlights: Pickle Grill Cheese, Porc N’ Mac; Fried Box, Bacun Chickun, Seitans Poutine."
Doppio Zero Pizza by Kanu
Doppio Zero Pizza by Kanu
4.3 (147 ratings)
10803 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 5G9, Canada
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Mentioned by itsbreeandben.com
11 Vegan Restaurants in Edmonton That Shouldn't Be Ignored
"If it sounds familiar, it’s because it’s the fourth location and sister company of the beloved NYC restaurant “Double Zero Pizza” owned by Matthew Kenney. Yes, Double Zero pizza is in EDMONTON!. Everyone from restaurant critics to hardcore pizza lovers in New York have praised these recipes, so there’s no need to doubt that this is a top vegan pizzeria in Edmonton."
The Buckingham
The Buckingham
4.4 (1194 ratings)
Vegan street food & happy hours in a hip hangout with a dance floor, live music & an outdoor patio.
10439 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2A1, Canada
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Best & Cool Bars in Edmonton

The Chvrch Of John
The Chvrch Of John
4.3 (218 ratings)
10260 103 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y8, Canada
Bar
Sherlock Holmes Pub
Sherlock Holmes Pub
4.3 (1441 ratings)
Victorian-influenced local pub chain with an interior heavy on wood & leather.
10012 101A Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 0P5, Canada
PubBar
Mentioned by The Best Summer Patios in Edmonton | Explore Edmonton
"It’s no mystery, Sherlock Holmes Pub has a patio seat and a cold beer with your name on it. This classically British food joint joins Craft Beer Market and Tres Carnales on Rice Howard Way. It's known as a great spot to get bangers and mash pit on your downtown weekend patio hop.Must Try: Fish and Chips"
Mentioned by paranych.com
Edmonton’s Best Patios: Our Top 11 Picks
"Tucked away amid the skyscrapers and office towers on Rice Howard Way, Sherlock Holmes Pub is nothing short of a downtown staple. Sample bona fide British fare, enjoy a pint or two and take in the exciting atmosphere on one of the most popular patios in town."
Funky Buddha
Funky Buddha
4.2 (316 ratings)
Energetic hangout featuring drink specials & DJ music, plus weekly wing nights & salsa dancing.
10341 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 4E7, Canada
Bar

Top Best Restaurants in Edmonton

Fatburger St Albert
Fatburger St Albert
4.3 (272 ratings)
Long-running LA-based chain serving burgers in several sizes, plus other classic fast-food options.
10 McKenney Ave, St. Albert, AB T8N 5S8, Canada
Hamburger restaurantBreakfast restaurantChicken wings restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by YellowPages.ca
Fast Food Restaurants in Edmonton AB
"I liked the service so much i would come back solely on the way i was treated. The food was pretty ok for " fast food". But i like the servers."
Pure Casino Edmonton
Pure Casino Edmonton
3.9 (1112 ratings)
Slots, a poker room & live bands at a buzzing gaming center with a restaurant for steaks & shrimp.
7055 Argyll Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 4A5, Canada
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Mentioned by CasinoWebsites.com
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"Pure Casino Edmonton is one of the many casinos that belong to the Pure network. This gambling establishment is not too far away from the city centre which means that it is not far away from Edmonton’s most entertaining area. This means you’ll never have any problems finding a casino, although Pure Casino doesn’t offer one itself."
Chop Steakhouse & Bar
Chop Steakhouse & Bar
4.3 (680 ratings)
10235 101 St, Edmonton, AB T5J 3E9, Canada
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