Edmonton Alberta Map

About Edmonton, Alberta

Edmonton is a city in Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a major city. Edmonton is located at 53.5344°N, 113.4903°W.

Edmonton sits nestled within the broad, sweeping embrace of Alberta's boreal forest region, a landscape marked by the gentle, rolling terrain carved by ancient glaciers and the persistent flow of the North Saskatchewan River. It lies 14.3 km south-east of St. Albert, AB (from St. Albert, AB: bearing 143°T), and is situated 14.1 km north-west of Bretona. This river, a vital artery, has shaped the city's very form, creating a deep river valley that bisects Edmonton, offering a surprisingly wild and verdant heart amidst its urban sprawl. The air here often carries the clean, crisp scent of pine and damp earth, a reminder of the vast wilderness that lies just beyond the city limits, and in the long summer evenings, the sky can burn with an almost unbelievable palette of oranges and purples, a silent, breathtaking farewell to the day. This expansive sky, a constant presence, lends Edmonton a feeling of openness and possibility, a place where the horizon feels perpetually within reach, and the land itself seems to exhale a quiet, enduring strength. The roots of Edmonton run deep, entwined with the fur trade and the establishment of Fort Edmonton by the Hudson's Bay Company, a pivotal point in the region's early history. Over time, it blossomed into a hub for resource development, its economy fueled by the rich oil and gas reserves that lie beneath the prairie soil. This industrial backbone has shaped Edmonton's character, fostering a spirit of pragmatism and resilience, a community that understands the value of hard work and ingenuity. While the energy sector remains a cornerstone, Edmonton has diversified, embracing innovation and a growing knowledge-based economy, with a particular strength in areas like technology and research, hinting at a future as dynamic and varied as the land it calls home. Edmonton’s cultural landscape is as diverse as its economic base, offering a vibrant array of experiences. The city proudly hosts professional teams in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the National Hockey League (NHL), drawing passionate crowds to cheer on the Elks and the Oilers. Each year, the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival transforms the downtown core into a bustling celebration of performing arts, drawing artists and audiences from across the globe, a testament to the city's embrace of creativity. The iconic Muttart Conservatory, with its striking glass pyramids, stands as a beacon of botanical wonder, while the sprawling North Saskatchewan River Valley parks system offers an unparalleled urban escape, a green lung that breathes life into the city. Renowned institutions like the University of Alberta contribute to a dynamic intellectual atmosphere, and Edmonton has been the birthplace or adopted home of notable figures across the arts and sciences, individuals whose contributions have resonated far beyond its borders.

About This Edmonton Map Page

Explore Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.534444, -113.490278. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Edmonton includes the postal code (T5J), telephone area code (403, 587, 780, 825, 368). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Edmonton is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.