25things
to do with kids before age 5
in Edmonton
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WRITTEN BY | LINDSAY MACDONALD
Growing up in Edmonton I was
lucky enough to experience many
of these activities as a child; and
now that I am a mom I am able
to experience everything again!
Edmonton (and area) has so
many wonderful things to offer
families it can be hard to keep
track; here are my 25 top things
to do with children under five.
1. Ride the steam train at Fort Edmonton
Park. There are so many great things to
explore at Fort Edmonton Park but riding the
train is sure to please your little ones!
www.fortedmontonpark.ca
2. Spend the day at the Valley Zoo.
The zoo is home to more than 350 animals
and when visiting you will often see different
animals and their caregivers walking through
the park. www.edmonton.ca
3. Discover the Pyramids at Muttart
Conservatory. You can take a guided tour
or experience the beauty of the pyramids
at your own leisure.
www.edmonton.ca
4. Experience Discoveryland at Telus
World of Science. Discoveryland has four
divisions and is designed for children from
birth to around 8 years old: Tot Galaxy (
for children 3 years and under); Sky High
(focusing on role-playing/dress up); Cloud
Burst (Water play); and Blue Sky (creative
play area).
www.telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca
5. Visit the Royal Alberta Museum.
www.royalalbertamuseum.ca
6. Experience nature at Elk Island
National Park. There are three trails
under 4 kms in length to explore as a family
and if you are feeling brave there are many
more trails over 4 kms.
www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/elkisland/index.
aspx
7. Paddle around Hawrelak Park
pond in a paddle boat.
www.edmonton.ca
8. Visit the World Waterpark
at West Edmonton Mall. You can ride the
waves in the wave pool or play around
in the children’s area.
www.wem.ca
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