Community
The best of the university area
A Taste of Everything
University Heights is located between the picturesque neigbourhoods of Belgravia and the lively University area. The location provides a taste of everything. Enjoy the lush outdoors with several parks, trails, and recreational facilities within walking distance during your free time. Spend your day exploring historic and unique Whyte Avenue and its many one-of-a-kind shops, galleries, live event theatres, year-round festivals, and award-winning restaurants.
What’s Nearby
Welcome Home
A multitude of local businesses, amenities, and services are close by, making University Heights a must-see location. Residents can easily walk or cycle to the surrounding sights or drive to other areas of the city. Public transportation is also conveniently located within a five-minute walking distance. Whether you choose to spend your weekends exploring the neighbourhood or prefer to retreat into your quiet, modern living space, University Heights has something to offer everyone.
Explore the Outdoors
Do you love the outdoors? Does your ideal Saturday include a long walk along the river, playing fetch with your loyal dog, or skating outdoors with your kids? University Heights is located adjacent to several outdoor attractions everyone can enjoy.
- McKernan Splash Park and Skate Park
- McKernan Outdoor Skating Rink
- Charles Simmonds Park
- Hawrelak Trail and Off Leash Site
- Tipton Arena
- University of Alberta Aquatic Centre
- Clare Drake Arena
- Braithewaite Park
Nearby Shopping
Several shopping areas are located near University Heights, offering a variety of experiences for different tastes and styles. Explore the bohemian feel of historical Whyte Avenue and its many unique shops, stunning galleries, and delicious cuisine.
- Whyte Ave
- Winners
- Strathcona Town Centre
- Shoppers Drug Mart
- Dandy Salon Spa
- And more!
Culture
Enjoy your evenings and weekends absorbing the culture and local events at an array of galleries, performance centres, cinemas, and theatres. Spend time at the local library, attend a play in the theatre district, admire local artwork on Whyte Avenue, or catch a movie at one of several cinemas in the neighbourhood.
- Edmonton Public Library – Strathcona
- Myer Horowitz Theatre
- Timm‘s Centre for the Arts
- Metro Cinema
- Oddity Cinema
- Princess Theatre
- Northern Light Theatre
- Westbury Theatre
- The Backstage Theatre
- Walterdale Theatre
- Shadow Theatre
- Varscona Theatre
- McMullen Gallery
- Handworks Gallery
Services
Take care of all your business needs with a variety of nearby services. Whether you need to fill up your gas tank, pick up a prescription, or do some banking, there is a convenient location nearby. Make a day out of running errands or simply run out and be home in no time at all!
- University of Alberta Hospital
- Shoppers Drug Mart
- DynaLIFE Medical Labs
- Save On Foods
- No Frills
- Safeway Garneau
- Safeway Liquor Garneau
- Tops Liquor STore
- Esso
- RBC Royal Bank
- TD Canada Trust Branch & ATM
- Scotiabank
- ATB Financial
- UPS Store
- And more!
Cuisine
Give yourself a break from planning dinners and expand your taste buds with various locally-owned restaurants, popular cafés, and classic chain-owned restaurants in the area. Whether you are taking care of yourself, hosting guests, or celebrating, you’re bound to find something in this neighbourhood that everyone enjoys.
- Heeretea Dongxi Tea (Bubble Tea)
- 2nd Cup Coffee
- Starbucks
- Café Mosaics
- Oodle Noodle
- Tokyo Noodle Shop
- O‘Byrne’s Irish Pub
- Polar Park Brewing Co.
- Belgravia Hub
- Coriander Cuisine
- Earl’s Kitchen & Bar
- Gaya Korean Restaurant
- High Level Diner
- Continental Treat Fine Bistro (Gluten-Free)
- Duke’s Diner
- MEAT
- And more!
