1. Francis Winspear Centre for Music
Established in 1997, this is the number one performing arts center, which was named after Dr. Francis G. Winspear who was one of the main contributors towards the building of the facility. The exceptional acoustics in this music center are created by the use of curtains and velour banners, which are adjusted to control the reverberation during certain musical events. This ensures that the audience receives an unmatched experience each time they visit the Francis Winspear Centre for Music.
2. Fort Edmonton Park
This living history museum is the largest of its kind in Canada and it includes both rebuilt and original structures that showcase the rich history of this iconic city. The park has been divided into four sections, each of which represents an era in history. During the summer, each section is staffed by costumed history interpreters who reveal the attitudes and lifestyles of each era.
3. West Edmonton Mall
This is the largest mall in North America and it was the largest mall in the world until 2004. It has over 800 stores and services while covering a gross area of approximately 5,300,000 sq ft. This gigantic mall boasts of having between 90,000 and 200,000 visitors per day, hence it is definitely the place to be if you would like to receive an unforgettable shopping experience. The major attractions at the mall include Galaxy land, which is the world’s second largest indoor amusement park, Mayfield Toyota Ice Palace, World Water Park and Professor WEM’s Adventure Golf among other world-class establishments.
