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Solo female travel in Edmonton

Situated in the heart of Alberta, Canada, Edmonton is known for its scenic river valley, vibrant arts and culture scene, and energetic sports communities. This distinctive northern city, often known as Canada's Gateway to the North, is within easy access to unspoilt wilderness and features over 30 annual festivals that celebrate everything from folk music to rugby. Edmonton is also home to West Edmonton Mall – North America’s largest shopping mall, and Fort Edmonton Park - Canada's largest living history museum. With culinary delights, beautiful parks, and the stunning Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, impressive during winter nights, Edmonton offers quintessential Canadian experiences that enthrall visitors from around the world.

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3.9 /5

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Is Edmonton good for solo travel?

Safety:Very safe

Edmonton is generally a secure city with a low crime rate. As a solo female traveler, you'd feel quite comfortable due to the receptive locals and the city's well-organized infrastructure. However, it is always recommended to exercise usual caution, especially during late nights and in isolated areas.

Transport:Easy

Edmonton has a quite extensive and easily accessible public transit system, including buses and light rail transit, making it convenient to travel around the city. There are also many bike lanes if you prefer cycling. However, during winter months, severe weather can affect transit reliability and travel times. Some parts of the city, particularly the suburbs, may require longer commutes. The downtown area and other popular locations, though, are well-connected and simple to navigate.

Things to do:Interesting

Edmonton boasts an impressive array of landmarks, natural beauty, and adventure activities. Be prepared to be amazed by its historic architectural marvels, notably the Alberta Legislature Building and Muttart Conservatory. Nature lovers will find a haven of serenity in the picturesque River Valley, which provides numerous trails for hiking, bird watching, and general exploration. Alongside, adrenaline junkies can go downhill skiing at Snow Valley. The city's vibrant art and culture scene paves the way for a lovely day at the Art Gallery of Alberta or the Royal Alberta Museum. With shopping and culinary delights aplifying the city experience, Edmonton unquestionably makes for a captivating visit.

Food:Above average

Edmonton boasts a diverse culinary scene. Expect a variety of foods from different cultures, ranging from Indian, Asian, to Mediterranean, and of course, local Canadian cuisine. There is also a strong vegan and vegetarian food culture. Street food and food trucks are common sights, especially during summer months. The city, however, lacks Michelin Star restaurants, but nevertheless offers plenty of high-quality dining options. Keep in mind, dining out here may cost a bit more than in other cities.

Budget:Moderate

Edmonton offers a moderate range of prices for tourism. Accommodation has several options depending on your budget, while dining out can be affordable if you choose local or mid-range restaurants. Attractions like the Fort Edmonton Park and Art Gallery of Alberta also offer reasonable prices. However, transport and other miscellaneous expenses add up, making the overall cost average for a budget traveler.

Is Edmonton worth visiting?

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Edmonton is a nice city. It has the river valley, which is by far my favourite aspect of Edmonton. It also has West Edmonton Mall, which is a man awesome experience when visiting as a tourist. It has a waterpark, amusement park, ice rink, arcade, movie theatre, marine centre, go-carts, bowling, casino, hotel, etc. The biggest issue with Edmonton currently is the crime, especially on public transport. During busy hours you should be fine, but drug use and homelessness is a huge problem at ETS stations, LRT train cars, and around most malls in the city.

Posted: June 1, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 4/5

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Is Edmonton safe for women?

Nicki

Completely depends on the area, as a masculine presenting woman, I don't really get bothered by men much. There are homeless folks downtown, some under the influence, they might ask for smokes or money but generally pretty harmless.

Posted: March 4, 2024

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Deborah

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I love meeting new people and seeing new things. I love going for walks, hanging out on the beach, going to live shows, and eating good food!

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Dolly

Edmonton

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3 days

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Hello, I'm Dolly! I'm from Colombia and Canada and given that I work remote, I love to take advantage and travel as much as I can. I love museums, hiking, geograhy, and cultural exchanges!

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Inder

Edmonton

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7 days

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Hey everyone! My name is Inder and I am pretty new to travelling. I had a few life changing things happen and because of that I realized life is very short not to be living it! I love dogs and want to ultimately foster dogs in the coming years. I am self employed so I have the privilege to travel and am beyond grateful for that:) Ultimately I want to meet some cool females that are also looking to make the best out of situations and travel together. p.s I am a sucker for cool random facts