Edmonton, Alberta Adventures: Keep Busy At West Edmonton Mall

By Gary G

No trip to Alberta is complete without a day trip to Western Canada’s biggest and best mall, West Edmonton Mall. This gigantic mall is home to everything from prestige shopping to movie theater and an in-house aquarium.

If you aren’t convinced that you should visit, read on — we’re confident that after this short article WEM will be on your bucket list.

Get your adrenaline pumping at Galaxyland.

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North America’s largest indoor amusement park, Galaxyland is home to more than 27 rides, play areas, and attractions. Alongside the roller coasters, fun houses, and laser tag areas, you’ll also find arcade games, rock climbing, a kids play park, and a 7D theater.

Challenge your friends to a game of bowling or mini golf.

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If you’d rather crush your friends at bowling or mini-golf, WEM has two very special places for you — Ed’s Bowling and Professor WEM’s Adventure Golf. Ed’s features various bowling lanes, private rooms, tasty snacks, and ever-changing specials, while Professor WEM’s Adventure Golf offers fun mini-golf courses suitable for the entire family.

Cool off at World Waterpark

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Not interested in roller coasters or classic games like bowling and golf? No worries! You could always check out World Waterpark instead. An indoor waterpark reminiscent of a tropical oasis, World Waterpark is packed full of water slides, wave pools, and play features to keep the whole family busy for hours. It’s even home to the world’s largest indoor wave pool and a realistic beach!