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Metro Line
Angeles , Nashville , Vancouver , and Toronto , Northlands has secured its significance on the world stage . 7424-118 Ave ., 780-471-7210 . northlands . com Map 1-E3 N
ROGERS PLACE The brand new home of the Edmonton Oilers and Oil Kings , this state-of-the-art stadium is being hailed as one of the greatest new entertainment venues in North America . Rock out to the greatest concerts in the city , and be sure to visit the stunning floor mural Tsą tsą ke k ’ e or Iron Foot Place designed by local indigenous artist Alex Janvier in the Wintergarden . 102 St . & 104 Ave ., 780-414-5483 . rogersplace . com Map 3-F1 D
SHAW CONFERENCE CENTRE Conveniently located in downtown Edmonton overlooking the beautiful North Saskatchewan , this architectural landmark hosts regional , national , and international conventions , as well as a number of concerts , within its 83,000 sq . ft . of exhibition and meeting space . 9797 Jasper Ave ., 780-421-9797 . shawconferencecentre . com Map 3-J5 D
SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL SQUARE Located in the heart of downtown Edmonton , Churchill Square is a vibrant and lively outdoor venue that hosts a variety of festivals , events , activities year-round . Free Wi-Fi and public washrooms are available on-site , and it ’ s bordered by downtown attractions , including the Citadel Theatre , Art Gallery of Alberta , and City Centre Mall . 102 Ave . & 100 St ., 780-944-7740 . edmonton . ca / churchillsquare Map 3-I3 D
WINSPEAR CENTRE Acoustically superb with a design reminiscent of 19th-century European concert halls , this world-class performance venue hosts a variety of concerts and performances . The Winspear Centre is home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and one of Canada ’ s largest , most impressive pipe organs — The Davis Concert Organ . 4 Sir Winston Churchill Sq ., 780-428-1414 . winspearcentre . com Map 3-J3 D
FITNESS & RECREATION
VERTICALLY INCLINED ROCK GYM This indoor rockclimbing gym gives climbers of all ages and abilities a chance to work on their climbing strategies . The walls feature 4,000 handholds , 24 Topropes , 100 routes , and 75 quick draws . Lessons are available for inexperienced climbers . Equipment rentals are available for an extra fee . $ 15 Adult ; $ 12.50 Student ; $ 10 Child . 8523 Argyll Rd ., 780- 496-9390 . verticallyinclined . com Map 1-E5 S
YEG CYCLE SPIN STUDIO The cool , modern cycle studios here are quietly lit with strings of lights that change colour throughout the class , and with encouraging music , you ’ ll be able to focus all of your energy on your workout . The fee for a 50-minute class also includes shoe rental , disposable earplugs , and access to lockers and showers . Visit the website to confirm hours and book a class . 10634 Whyte ( 82 ) Ave ., 780-756-7750 . yeg-cycle . com Map 2-F3 S
GETTING AROUND
BUSES The Customer Service office in City Hall provides lost and found , route brochures , and guides , as well as sales of all ETS passes and tickets . Fares are valid for 90 minutes from time of purchase . Adult , Senior , and Child $ 3.25 . Edmonton Transit Services , 1 Sir Winston Churchill Sq ., 780-496-1611 . takeets . com
EDMONTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Flights headed all over the world leave from the international airport . A bus service offers transportation to and from the airport . # 1 , 1000 Airport Rd ., Leduc County , 780-890-8900 . flyeia . com
EDMONTON TAXI SERVICE GROUP Edmonton and area ’ s largest transportation provider organizes four taxi fleets , Yellow Cab , Barrel Taxi , Checker Cab , and Prestige Cab together with the Prestige Limousine fleet and Sky Shuttle airport service . They are available 24 hours a day to assist you with all of your transportation needs . 10135-31 Ave ., 780-462-3456 . edmtaxi . com Map 1-D6 S
LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT ( LRT ) Edmonton ’ s LRT system provides access to places like the University of Alberta , Southgate Centre , the Jubilee Auditorium , Northlands
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Coliseum , and Rogers Place . Fares are good on buses or trains for 90 minutes after time of purchase . Adults , Seniors , and Children $ 3.25 . Edmonton Transit Services , 1 Sir Winston Churchill Sq ., 780-496-1611 . etstripplanner . edmonton . com
STREETS AND AVENUES Edmonton ’ s roadways are numbered in a grid pattern ; the first digits of an address indicate the nearest cross-street . Avenues run east to west , and streets from north to south . Odd numbered buildings are on the east side of the street and the south side of the avenue .
TAPPCAR Book a safe and reliable driver-for-hire from this local company conveniently through the app , website , or call service . Cars , vans , and accessible vehicles are available . 780- 222-5555 . tappcar . com
MOVIE THEATRES
CINEPLEX ODEON WINDERMERE AND VIP CINEMAS This is the only Cineplex
Odeon ’ s VIP brand of theatres currently in Alberta . In addition to the seven regular theatres at this destination , three VIP theatres offer movie-goers a unique , exclusive way to enjoy the movies . The extra admission price allows patrons to relax in an adultsonly theatre and enjoy access to a private concession stand , lounge , full-restaurant menu , and bar . Once in the theatre , extra-wide , high-back rocker seats await guests , accompanied by seat-side food and drink service . 6151 Currents Dr ., 780-822-4250 . cineplex . com Map 1-B7 W
METRO CINEMA AT THE GARNEAU This historic single-screen theatre has been a fixture of the trendy Garneau area since 1940 . It ’ s currently home to Metro Cinema , which screen a selection of local and international independent films — as well as nostalgic favourites — that are not screened anywhere else in the city . 8712-109 St ., 780-425-9212 . metrocinema . org Map 1-D4 S
PRINCESS THEATRE This independent , two-room movie theatre shows independent , critically acclaimed theatrical releases . 10337 Whyte ( 82 ) Ave ., 780-433- 0728 . rainbowcinemas . ca Map 2-J3 S
NEIGHBOURHOODS
124 STREET DISTRICT The charming 124th Street District is home to plenty of art galleries , specialty and antique stores , fashion boutiques , and fabulous eateries . 124st . ca
CITY CENTRE Features include more than 500 places to shop , 200-plus restaurants , and a spectacular arts and theatre district . Thanks to the pedways , a network of climate-controlled walkways that connect you to shopping centres , cultural venues , and businesses , getting around the City Centre is comfortable no matter what the season . edmontondowntown . com Map 3
OLD STRATHCONA / WHYTE AVENUE One of the coolest neighbourhoods in Western Canada , this artsy community is full of funky shops , hip bars , boutique hotels , great restaurants , theatres , and historical buildings . It is also home to the Old Strathcona Farmers ’ Market and exciting festivals year-round . 82 Ave . between 109 St . and Gateway Blvd . oldstrathcona . ca Map 2
WEST EDMONTON This area of the city features a wealth of amenities including major hotels , restaurants , shopping , the TELUS World of Science — Edmonton , and the world-famous West Edmonton Mall . Map 4
VISITOR SERVICES
EDMONTON TOURISM This is where you can find all City of Edmonton attractions and events information . Tourist Information : 780-496-8400 or 1-800-463- 4667 . Travel , trade or convention / destination planning : 780-426-4715 . The visitor centre will be closed in Nov & Dec ; more information and brochures can be found at World Trade Centre Edmonton ( 9990 Jasper Ave .) West Shaw Building , 9797 Jasper Ave ., 780-401-7696 . exploreedmonton . com Map 3-I5 D
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101A AVENUE
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Citadel Theatre
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Travel Times ( in mins ) Between LRT Stations
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Stanley A . Milner Library
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Line open , travel time pending
Capital Line
Canada Place
Manulife Place
ENTERPRISE SQUARE
Clareview
Belvedere
Coliseum
SUN
LIFE
Stadium
Churchill
Central
RICE HOWARD WAY
JASPER AVE
101 STREET
NAIT
99 STREET
The Westin
Shaw Conference
Centre
Bay / Enterprise Square
Corona
Grandin
University
Health Science / Jubilee
Mckernan / Belgravia
South Campus
Southgate
Century Park
Metro Line
Scotia Place
102 STREET
Kingsway Royal Alex
103 STREET
MacEwan ( Rogers Place )
Churchill
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