6 Bucket List Items To Check Off When You Visit The Largest Mall In Canada
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It's no secret that Edmonton is home to North America's largest mall. The 5.3 million square foot building is home to 800 stores, 100 restaurants, 2 hotels, a rollercoaster, waterpark, a zoo, casino, and so much more. With so many activities available to you, deciding things to do West Edmonton Mall can feel pretty overwhelming.
It could take days to fully explore every aspect, but if you’re on a time crunch make sure you check these iconic activities off your West Edmonton Mall bucket list.
World Waterpark
Location: 1st Floor
Price: $49.00 for general admission, discounts available.
Why you need to go: Splish, splash, come here to have a blast. With pools, epic waterslides, and hot tubs there’s water-based fun for everyone. The price of admission includes unlimited drink refills, free life jackets, and free swim diapers for the little ones. For an additional cost, you can rent a rooftop pina colada lounge, among others. The Cyclone is widely regarded as one of the adrenaline-inducing water slides.
Sea Lion Encounter
Location: 8882 170th St, Edmonton, Alberta
Price: $14.00 General Admission
Why you need to go: You can get up close and personal with these adorable dogs of the sea. Pucker up and kiss their whiskered face, or splash around together in the water. The knowledgeable staff will teach you how to safely swim and play with the sea lions.
Joli Cotton Candy
Location: 1st Floor Inside Galaxy Land
Price: Prices vary.
Why you need to go: Satiate your sweet tooth with these adorable cotton candy animals at Joli Cotton. The staff can make bears, unicorns, bunnies, and other animals by request. Don’t forget to snap a quick picture of your treat before diving in. Did you even eat Joli Cotton Candy if you didn’t Instagram it?
Ed’s Bowling
Location: 3rd floor near SportChek
Price: $2.00 on Tuesdays
Why you need to go: More than just bowling, Ed’s offers pool, drinks, private bowling rooms, retro arcade games, and so much more. It’s impossible not to have fun in this lively atmosphere.
Instagram Walls
Location: Sprinkled throughout the mall
Price: Free
Why you need to go: Indoors or out, there’s no shortage of murals and Instagram-worthy walls sprinkled throughout the mall that will give a serious boost to your Instagram aesthetic. So, grab a selfie stick or your BFF and pose the house down.
Fantasy Land Hotel
Location: 7700 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
Price: Rooms start at $178.00
Why you need to go: After a day of swimming, running around, and cotton candy sugar-highs, you’ll need a place to rest and relax. Look no further than the Fantasy Land Hotel. Each of the luxurious rooms has a unique theme. From igloos to space and every place in between your hotel stay is sure to be out of this world.