high level bridge and streetcar

Treewhale

If you are looking for a fun way to get from downtown to Old Strathcona in the summer, look no farther. For $3.00, you can take a vintage streetcar over the high level bridge and get some of the best views in Edmonton. If you time it right, this is probably the quickest way to get from certain parts of downtown to the east end of Old Strathcona, and it is particularly close to the farmers' market.

bryanw515

Great experience. Especially over the High Level bridge. Fantastic view of the river valley and legislative grounds.

michelleaN8096ZE

The tour isn't that long, but it's nice to get out and cross the bridge in the old streetcar. The tour could be a bit longer or provide more information.

Walk999

This is brilliant. The view is unmatched. Take the kids; they'll love it. (Hint: Park downtown, take the LRT to the Grandin Station, take the Street Car to Old Strathcona, spend a few hours on Whyte Ave and Return the same way)

737travelbug

The little streetcar carried us over the high-level bridge and into the heart of Old Strathcona where we checked out the farmer's market and Whyte Ave. Nice to sit back and relax without feeling rushed, unlike the lrt and buses

livsuzba

The car took us through old S=tatcona and over the high level bridge. View was excellent and it was a great experience we will do it again.

SunSeekingCouple

An interesting step back in time with a wonderful view. A nice outing to take the streetcar down on a Saturday and take in the Old Strathcona Farmer's Market. Very enjoyable and affordable. Also a nice way to spend part of a day with visiting family or friends.

570cathym

This Streetcar is run by volunteers that are railroad hobbyists, so you will get some very good history of the train and the route, If you are going to any of the festivals in Old Strathcona like the Fringe or the Street Performers festival this is a very direct route to get there and easy parking

112judyw

From the knowledgeable volunteer staff, you will learn much about cable cars, and some great history of Edmonton - namely the massive high level bridge! There is something humbling about being on a such a high man made structure - and stopping right in the middle! It is worth the small price of admission!

SnowWhite1958

I rode the Streetcar during the Fringe Festival in August with my 10 year old grandson. We really enjoyed it, and also enjoyed a min fringe show on board, sort of a ghost story telling with music, a guy and a girl did the show. Looking forward to next summer to do it again!

SwampDweller2014

Jump aboard these retro rail cars for a quick jaunt across a high wire river crossing! Great views of the river valley. Fun for adults and kids. Wonderfully friendly, charming volunteers man the ride and entertain the passengers. A great way to travel from downtown to Whyte Avenue and back again, or hit two Saturday farmers markets in short order. Also a great way to reach the Fringe Festival without worrying about parking.

phillipao2014

Really nice view on a nice cold day - very knowledgeable, interesting conductors who were also very friendly. Go on a Saturday so you can go to the Strathcona Farmers market too.

481marilynf

The trip itself was enjoyable allowing us a better view of the river at a slower pace and we were given a pamphlet of the history of the streetcar.The volunteers were very pleasant and the conductor was very helpful making sure those with disabilities had a step and a hand up. He was also willing to share his knowledge when asked,However it would have been nicer to have a narration however for the $5 we really shouldn't complain too much.

tammeet

We've taken rides a couple of times in the past summers. A fun family outing. It can be unbearably hot in there so dress accordingly as there's no air conditioning...but it's still an enjoyable outing!

IanGadbois

A volunteer group has found a restored several streetcars from the 1920s and now runs them on a short stretch between Old Strathcona in Edmonton to Jasper Street, just on the edge of downtown. The cars have been meticulously restored to their original condition and clatter along an abandoned CP rail line for $5 return trip. The conductors look like they could have worked the original cars (although at 70 - 80 years old, thy are not quite old enough!) and clearly enjoy their work. They provide a knowledgeable history of the service and the cars. The original service ended in the 50s and most of the cars were sold off to become storage sheds and even cottages. Finding them and restoring them is clearly a labour of love for these volunteers. Funding is being sought to extend the line and buy more cars.Your kids will love it.