Queen Elizabeth Planetarium, Edmonton

Name: Queen Elizabeth Planetarium
Address: Edmonton, Canada

#122 among attractions in Edmonton

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Facts and practical information

The Queen Elizabeth Planetarium or Queen Elizabeth II Planetarium is a former planetarium located in Coronation Park in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was the first public planetarium in Canada, operating between 1960 and 1983. Designed by Walter Tefler and R. F. Duke, it was named to commemorate the visit of Elizabeth II in 1959. ()

Opened: 22 September 1960 (64 years ago)Architectural style: ExpressionismCoordinates: 53°33'36"N, 113°33'50"W

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Northwest Edmonton (Woodcroft)Edmonton Canada

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Day trips

Queen Elizabeth Planetarium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Telus World of Science, Robertson-Wesley United Church, Roxy Theatre, Temple Beth Ora Synagogue.

~400 ftN
Museum
Telus World of Science, Edmonton
2 min walk • The Telus World of Science in Edmonton, Canada, is an interactive museum that ignites the curiosity of visitors of all ages. This dynamic center, dedicated to bringing science and technology to life, is a beacon of education and entertainment in the heart of Alberta's...
1.7 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Robertson-Wesley United Church, Edmonton
43 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edmonton, Canada, the Robertson-Wesley United Church stands as a beacon of faith and community spirit. This historic church, with its striking architecture and warm, welcoming atmosphere, has been a cornerstone of spiritual life in the city for...
1.3 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Roxy Theatre, Edmonton
34 min walk • Roxy Theatre, also known as The Roxy, was a movie theatre in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada that was eventually converted into a live-action performance venue for the Theatre Network.
1.5 miSE
Synagogue
Temple Beth Ora Synagogue, Edmonton
38 min walk • Temple Beth Ora is a Reform Judaism synagogue located at 12313 105 Avenue NW in the Westmount neighbourhood of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 1979 as Beth Ora Synagogue, it is the city's only Reform Synagogue.
0.4 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westmount Centre, Edmonton
11 min walk • Westmount Centre is a shopping mall located in the Woodcroft neighborhood of Edmonton. It opened in 1955 and is owned by First Capital Realty.
1.6 miNE
Neighbourhood
Prince Charles, Edmonton
40 min walk • Prince Charles is a residential neighbourhood in north west Edmonton, Alberta. The area was named in honour of Charles, Prince of Wales. The neighbourhood is bounded on the north by the Yellowhead Trail, on the west by 127 Street, on the east by 121 Street, and on the south by 118 Avenue.
1 miS
Neighbourhood
Grovenor, Edmonton
27 min walk • Grovenor is a residential neighbourhood in west Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was originally called Westgrove and a professional building on 142 Street still uses that name. The neighbourhood is bounded on the east by 142 Street, on the west by 149 Street, on the north by 107 Avenue, and on the south by the MacKinnon Ravine.
1.1 miSE
Neighbourhood
Westmount, Edmonton
29 min walk • Westmount is an established central-west residential neighbourhood in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is geographically close to the downtown core. The neighbourhood is bounded by 111 Avenue to the north, Groat Road to the west, the Groat Ravine to the southwest, and the North Saskatchewan River valley to the south.
1.3 miSW
Neighbourhood
Canora, Edmonton
33 min walk • Canora is a residential neighbourhood in west Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Canora's name comes from the first two letters of the words "Canadian Northern Railway", the winning entry in a 1948 contest to name a new school being built near an abandoned right of way of the former Canadian Northern Railway.
~870 ftE
Neighbourhood
Edmonton-Glenora, Edmonton
5 min walk • Edmonton-Glenora is a provincial electoral district for the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Canada. It is located north of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton.
1.1 miS
Neighbourhood
Glenora, Edmonton
28 min walk • Glenora is a residential neighbourhood in the city of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, overlooking the North Saskatchewan River valley. Glenora is bounded on the east by Groat Road, on the north by 107 Avenue, on the west by 142 Street, and on the south by the river valley and the MacKinnon Ravine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Queen Elizabeth Planetarium?

Nearby attractions include Telus World of Science, Edmonton (2 min walk), Edmonton-Glenora, Edmonton (5 min walk), North Glenora, Edmonton (12 min walk), McQueen, Edmonton (13 min walk).

How to get to Queen Elizabeth Planetarium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Queen Elizabeth Planetarium:

Bus

142 Street & 111 Ave • Lines: 126 (3 min walk)
139 Street & 111 Ave • Lines: 126 (3 min walk)