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Edmonton City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based

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Edmonton, Canada

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Overview

Join us on a 3-hour Pay-What-You-Feel walking tour to explore Edmonton through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide. As Canada’s most northern major city, Edmonton offers a captivating mix of rich history and modern innovation, making it a must-see for any traveler.

On this engaging tour, uncover Edmonton’s pivotal role in shaping Alberta and Canada. Visit iconic landmarks, learn about local legends, and discover the hidden gems that make this city unique. Your expert guide will provide insightful commentary, share stories of Edmonton's dynamic growth, and offer practical recommendations to enhance your visit.

Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning, this tour provides a comprehensive view of Edmonton's charm, with plenty of photo opportunities in the city’s most picturesque locations.

The tour is tip-based, after the tour, you decide how much value you received on the experience and tip your guide accordingly.

What's Included

  • Recommendations for the best food, entertainment and nightlife
  • Passionately researched history & culture
  • Introductions to must-do experiences
  • Gratuities
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10065 100 Street Northwest
Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6, Canada

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Citadel Theatre

Enjoy the botanical gardens in the lobby of the Citadel and learn about its origins as a powerhouse of arts in Alberta. The complex hosts five performance venues—including the Shoctor, Maclab, Rice, Zeidler, and Tucker theatres—and the Foote Theatre School.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sir Winston Churchill Square

Take in the impressive architecture that surrounds Churchill Square, in that of the Art Gallery of Alberta and Edmonton City Hall while you learn about the history of Edmonton and the British impact of a small northern prarie town.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

CN Tower

Learn about the exciting history of rail in the city of Edmonton and how it has impacted the development of the city!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rogers Place

ICE District is a 25‑acre, mixed‑use sports and entertainment hub in downtown Edmonton, centered around Rogers Place — home to the NHL’s Oilers and a major concert venue . Anchored by a public plaza, the development includes high-end dining, boutique retail, the Grand Villa Casino, a JW Marriott hotel with luxury residences, plus two office towers (including the 66‑story Stantec Tower, Canada’s tallest outside Toronto) and condos . Ultra‑connected via LRT, pedways, parking and Ford Hall, it has revitalized the city core
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Neon Sign Museum

This is an outdoor museum that pays homage to Edmonton's lost businesses in the past. You will learn from a local guide the history of the cities' flourishing post-war economy.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4th Street Promenade

104 Street, known as the 4th Street Promenade, is a revitalized terrace in downtown Edmonton between Jasper Avenue and the ICE District. Housed in historic warehouse‑era buildings, it blends upscale boutiques, artisanal shops, cozy cafés (like Credo, KB&Co), top‑tier dining (Corso 32, Cask & Barrel) and charming pubs. You’ll also spot unique attractions like the Neon Sign Museum and the Alley of Light outdoor galleries . Over summer weekends the street transforms into an Al Fresco market with patios, pop‑ups, community events, all adding to its urban‑oasis vibe.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alberta Legislature Building

The Alberta Legislature Building, often called “the Ledge,” sits in a stunning Green space. Built between 1907 and 1913 in grand Beaux‑Arts (Classical Revival) style by Allan Merrick Jeffers and Richard Blakey, it features a soaring 57 m dome above a marble‑columned rotunda, granite and sandstone exterior, and interiors rich in marble, mahogany, oak, and brass. Walk through the grounds and hear tales of how Alberta came to be
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Frederick G Todd Lookout

Gaze upon the Largest Natural Urban Area in North America as the North Saskatchewan River Valley. On the top of this lookout you get 360 degree views of the valley and the city. The perfect place to complete the tour!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edmonton City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Recommendations for the best food, entertainment and nightlife
  • Passionately researched history & culture
  • Introductions to must-do experiences
  • Expert local English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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