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Family Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in Edmonton

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Day 1: West Edmonton Mall Exploration

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Cinnaholic

Start your day with delicious gourmet cinnamon rolls at Cinnaholic.
Walk or drive to West Edmonton Mall, approximately 5 minutes away.
$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Explore West Edmonton Mall

Enjoy a day of shopping, entertainment, and attractions at one of the largest malls in North America.
You are already here!
$$, Full day

6:00 PM

Dinner at The Rec Room

Have a fun dining experience with great food and arcade games for the whole family.
Within West Edmonton Mall.
$$, 2 hours
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Day 2: More West Edmonton Mall Fun

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at L3 Lounge

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at L3 Lounge to start your second day at the mall.
Remain at West Edmonton Mall.
$$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Visit Galaxyland Amusement Park

Experience thrilling rides and attractions at Galaxyland, an indoor amusement park within the mall.
Stay within West Edmonton Mall.
$$$, Half day

3:00 PM

Aquarium Adventure at Sea Life Caverns

Explore the underwater world at Sea Life Caverns aquarium within the mall.
Remain at West Edmonton Mall.
$$, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Tres Carnales Taqueria

Enjoy authentic Mexican street food for dinner before wrapping up your second day at the mall.
Within West Edmonton Mall.
$$, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Step Back in Time at Fort Edmonton Park

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Little Brick Café

Start your day with a cozy breakfast at Little Brick Café.
Drive to Fort Edmonton Park, approximately 20 minutes away.
$$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Explore Fort Edmonton Park

Step back in time and experience Edmonton's history at this living history museum.
You are already here!
$$, Half day

2:00 PM

Lunch at Johnson's Café

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Johnson's Café within the park.
Within Fort Edmonton Park.
$$, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Ride on the Steam Train

Take a scenic ride on the historic steam train through the park.
Within Fort Edmonton Park.
$, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Dinner at Rge Rd

Indulge in farm-to-table cuisine for dinner after a day of historical exploration.
Drive to Rge Rd, approximately 15 minutes away.
$$$, 2 hours
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Day 4: Nature Day at Elk Island National Park

Edmonton, Canada

8:00 AM

Grab-and-Go Breakfast

Pick up some breakfast essentials for a picnic later at Elk Island National Park.
Drive to Elk Island National Park, approximately 45 minutes away.
$, 30 minutes

10:00 AM

Hiking and Wildlife Spotting

Embark on nature trails, spot bison and elk, and enjoy the beauty of the park.
You are already here!
$, Half day

1:00 PM

Picnic Lunch by Astotin Lake

Relax by the lake and enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature.
Stay within Elk Island National Park.
$, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Canoeing or Kayaking

Rent a canoe or kayak to explore the lake and its surroundings.
Stay within Elk Island National Park.
$$, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Chartier

Enjoy a taste of French-Canadian cuisine for dinner after a day in the great outdoors.
Drive to Chartier, approximately 30 minutes away.
$$, 2 hours
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Day 5: Botanical Delights at Muttart Conservatory

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Little Brick Café

Start your day with a cozy breakfast at Little Brick Café.
Drive to Muttart Conservatory, approximately 15 minutes away.
$$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Explore Muttart Conservatory

Discover a world of plant life in the four iconic glass pyramids of the conservatory.
You are already here!
$, Half day

2:00 PM

Lunch at Culina Muttart Café

Enjoy a light and fresh lunch at the café within Muttart Conservatory.
Within Muttart Conservatory.
$$, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Family Workshop

Participate in a family workshop to learn more about plants and gardening.
Within Muttart Conservatory.
$, 1.5 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Tasty Noodle

Savor some delicious Asian noodles for dinner to end your day at the conservatory.
Drive to Tasty Noodle, approximately 10 minutes away.
$, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Science and Exploration at Telus World of Science

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Café Bicyclette

Start your day with a French-inspired breakfast at Café Bicyclette.
Drive to Telus World of Science, approximately 10 minutes away.
$$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Discover Telus World of Science

Engage in interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and science demonstrations at the museum.
You are already here!
$$, Half day

2:00 PM

Lunch at The Colombian

Enjoy a taste of Colombian cuisine for lunch at The Colombian restaurant.
Drive to The Colombian, approximately 5 minutes away.
$$, 1 hour

3:30 PM

IMAX Movie Experience

Watch an educational IMAX movie for a cinematic exploration of science and nature.
Within Telus World of Science.
$, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Louisiana Purchase

Indulge in Southern comfort food for dinner to wrap up your day of science exploration.
Drive to Louisiana Purchase, approximately 15 minutes away.
$$, 2 hours
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Day 7: Animal Encounters at Edmonton Valley Zoo

Edmonton, Canada

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Wilfred's

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Wilfred's to fuel up for a day at the zoo.
Drive to Edmonton Valley Zoo, approximately 20 minutes away.
$$, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Explore Edmonton Valley Zoo

Get up close with a variety of animals and enjoy family-friendly exhibits at the zoo.
You are already here!
$, Half day

1:30 PM

Lunch at Wild Earth Bakery & Café

Enjoy a casual lunch at the café within the zoo premises.
Within Edmonton Valley Zoo.
$$, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Children's Play Area

Let the kids have fun at the zoo's play area while adults relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Stay within Edmonton Valley Zoo.
$, 1.5 hours

5:00 PM

Farewell Dinner at Rostizado

Enjoy a Mexican-inspired dinner to conclude your family-friendly week in Edmonton.
Drive to Rostizado, approximately 25 minutes away.
$$, 2 hours
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