Smell the flora and fauna in the pyramid shaped greenhouses of Muttart Conservatory . Either independently or with a group, Edmonton is easy to explore. Tour buses make regularly scheduled trips, public transit and taxis operate 24 hours, and a numerically organized grid system of streets makes driving stress free. Accommodation choices range from Lister Hall, the University of Alberta's residence to Edmonton's premiere four star Hotel Macdonald. University of Alberta and city of Edmonton information page .
Golf courses abound both in the river valley and around the city.
Known as the Festival City, Edmonton produces a year long series of festivals showcasing the arts and history with vibrant and entertaining gatherings. Edmonton is located at latitude 53.34' north and longitude of 113.31' west and is Canada's most northern urban centre. C and daily average is 18. 0 C . An average of 17 hours of daylight every day adds to summer fun. Alberta has no provincial sales tax.