Attractions and Adventures

Alberta is brimming with hundreds of exciting attractions from magnificent natural attractions to man made peaks of enjoyment. Alberta's grandeur and beauty are obvious from the moment you arrive. Above all are Alberta's Rocky Mountains, including the world famous resorts of Banff, Jasper, Canmore, Kananaskis and Lake Louise. Visit the vast farmlands of Alberta's Heartland, Southern Alberta and Northern Alberta.

The Musical Ride developed from a desire by early members to amuse themselves, display their riding ability and entertain the local community. As most of the original North-West Mounted Police members had a British military background, it was inevitable that the series of figures which form the basis of The Musical Ride were developed from traditional cavalry drill movements. Experience The Mounties of the Musical Ride, experience a living tribute to Canadian heritage and history.

The Pengrowth Saddledome is Calgary's leader for entertainment excitement. Seating over 17,000, it has something for everyone. It's home to the NHL's Calgary Flames and the WHL's Calgary Hitmen. It has also played host to big ticket concerts, rodeos, ice shows, circuses, conventions, and more. The Pengrowth Saddledome has been Calgary's answer to premier events for almost two decades now and the fun just keeps on coming.

The Calgary Stampede is Calgary's most popular tourist attraction, "the greatest outdoor show on earth." Each year, millions of visitors from around the world come to town to partake in The Calgary Stampede. It features a real rodeo, a midway (amusement park), concerts, chuckwagon races and more. The city of Calgary is transformed for 10 days into a town celebrating the cowboy culture. Visitors will enjoy the atmosphere and always friendly attitude of the locals.

Drumheller, the centre for dinosaur research in Canada, is one of the most intriguing towns in all of the country. Home to The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology, Drumheller is the principal location for dinosaur artifacts and archeology. Scientists from around the globe use its unparalleled research facilityLocated in a unique valley of hoodoos and badlands, a visit to the Dinosaur Valley is a ideal family vacation experience.

West Edmonton Mall is waiting for you! Visit the vibrant city of Edmonton, and experience Alberta's #1 tourist attraction, The West Edmonton Mall. It's the world's largest entertainment and shopping centre, featuring over 800 stores and services, over 110 eating establishments, plus Seven World Class Attractions. It's the only mall of its kind - both a shopper's dream and a world of excitement and adventure.With no provincial sales tax, and a favorable currency exchange rate, there's no better time to getaway to Canada.