Discover Edmonton by Hire Car
Edmonton is one of the largest cities in the continental United States in terms of area, covering nearly 700 square kilometres.
Located in the Canadian province of Alberta, Edmonton is also an option for a visit, during a vacation in Canada.
Founded about 200 years ago, the city benefited primarily from its location, quickly becoming an important trading center.
Sights in Edmonton
The sprawl of Edmonton makes it a good idea to hire car for the duration of your stay.
Special attractions in the city area is the replica of Fort Edmonton, which is integrated into a park.
Climatically, the region around Edmonton is continental, this brings enormous temperature fluctuations between summer and winter, of up to 80 ° C with it. However, the short summer is extremely sunny and is ideal for excursions, in the surrounding area of Edmonton.
Leisure Activities in Edmonton
The West Edmonton Mall, is one of the largest shopping paradises on the planet. There are over 600 stores in the mall, so you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.
The small downtown area of Edmonton has a selection of good bars and restaurants to enjoy in the evening hours.
Slightly outside of Edmonton, and therefore best reached by hire car, is the Alberta Railway Museum. In the museum they learn a lot about the development of the Canadian land area by the railroad, which still plays an important economic role as a means of transportation.
For sports-loving tourists, it’s worth visiting Rexall Place Hall, which is the home arena of the Edmonton Oilers ice hockey team.