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10 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Edmonton, Alberta

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Bourbon Street

Edmonton, Alberta

West Edmonton Mall

This massive mall has hundreds of shops, an amusement park, and a history of deadly amusement attractions.

Neon Sign Museum west side of 104 St on TELUS Building

Edmonton, Alberta

Neon Sign Museum

An outdoor installation of 20 vintage signs that once hung in front of businesses throughout town.

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Edmonton, Alberta

Alberta Railway Museum

Ride aboard a centuries-year-old steam engine and explore dozens of trains parts, including an unusual "comboose."

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High Level Bridge walkway.

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High Level Bridge

This unique bridge has been a staple across the Saskatchewan River Valley for more than 100 years.

Street view of the Garneau Theatre.

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Garneau Theatre

This is one of the last remaining theatres in Canada to feature an Art Moderne architectural style.

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Al Rashid Mosque

First mosque in Canada, second in North America.

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'Let's Heal the Divide'

A 30-foot neon sign that embraces community togetherness.

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