Top Things to do in Alberta
Top Hotels in Alberta
- 1. Castle Mountain Chalets
- 2. Canalta Lodge
- 3. Moose Hotel and Suites
- 4. Rimrock Resort Hotel
- 5. Lake Louise Inn
- 6. Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Edmonton International Airport
- 8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport North
- 9. The Malcolm Hotel
- 10. Banff Inn
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What to do and see in Alberta, Alberta: The Best Observatories & Planetariums
Discover the best top things to do in Alberta, Alberta including Waterton Planetarium, TELUS World of Science - Edmonton, Rothney Astrophysical Observatory, The Jasper Planetarium, The Oldman River Observatory.
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1. Waterton Planetarium
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Step into our indoor Dome Planetarium and discover the cosmos! This new experience will enable you to explore night sky objects even when the weather doesn't cooperate. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the 360° views of celestial environments, thanks to an impressive fisheye projector lens. You will be able to travel throughout the solar system, without ever leaving the dome planetarium, as you experience informative, enthralling presentations on stargazing, space exploration, natural history and light pollution.
2. TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 932 reviews
Experience science in our interactive galleries, IMAX Theatre, science stage, planetarium, special exhibitions and much more. The science centre features interactive exhibition galleries for all ages. The planetarium is the largest in Canada and shows are included with science centre admission. The IMAX Theatre has the largest screen in Alberta and plays both documentary films and Hollywood movies. The centre hosts travelling feature exhibitions several times a year, with past blockbuster exhibitions being Harry Potter, Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Body Worlds.
Reviewed By MP-Higgins
Great selection of exhibits. Easy to spend an entire day here with something for kids of all ages (parents will enjoy it too!) the planetarium is fantastic, presenter was great and a few different shows played throughout the day which was nice. The space exhibit is small but really well done with lots of interactive stations catering to all ages. The moon show is short and sweet but very entertaining and informative. Discovery land is obviously a hit with toddlers and the science garage is another hands-on gem. The dinosaur exhibit was top notch however it was disappointing you were forced to walk through the gift shop to get to and from it. The restaurant has great food selection and the entire building was clean. We’re happy we visited on a weekday in September I can imagine it gets pretty busy during peak times and it was more enjoyable to have many exhibits to ourselves. Thanks for having us. We’ll be making the trip back!
3. Rothney Astrophysical Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
On a hilltop in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains you can explore the wonders of the universe. Join us for fascinating tours, interactive displays and a chance to see one of the three largest telescopes in Canada. The University of Calgary’s Rothney Astrophysical Observatory is a facility dedicated to expanding your knowledge of the universe. Tour the awesome 1.8 meter ARCT telescope or the Baker-Nunn patrol camera which scans the skies for killer asteroids.
4. The Jasper Planetarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 329 reviews
YEAR-ROUND TELESCOPE OUTDOOR AND INDOOR DOME TOURS - One of the best evening things to do in Jasper! Join our astronomy experts to explore Jasper Dark Sky Preserve, an 11,000 square-km stargazing paradise. Come OUTSIDE at our Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge location where you can see stars, planets, galaxies and more through the largest telescope in the Rockies. ALSO, take a guided 'tour' of local aboriginal constellations, recent Northern Lights activity, and more inside our 40-seat domed theatre. This fun, f u n n y , inspiring, interactive audience-participation attraction is a great after-dinner activity for families, couples and others.
Reviewed By madsab20
Husband and I attended both planetarium and telescope package on a cloudy night. Planetarium show was comfy in an outdoor covered tent and Peter is very interactive and responsive to questions. Telescope portion is outdoors starting at 11pm so be prepared for the weather. Since it was cloudy and only a few attending, we got to sit in outdoor chairs and listen to Matt show us vivid and clear pictures of stars and astronomy phenomenons taken previously. We made use of their "raincheck offer" and came back 2 nights later when the skies were clear to see the live telescope show. Of course, it was much busier and so everyone had to stand in separate groups. Was neat to see "live stars" but trickier since the sun is out so late to see them clearly. Overall a fun and educational event that got me more interested in astronomy. Even though it was warm during the day, the night was windy and cold, so don't come wearing sandals and shorts, especially since you might be standing in one spot for an hour or more (if you stay till midnight or later). Maybe bring hats/gloves just in case - even though it was almost July.
5. The Oldman River Observatory
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
