Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Jasper travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jasper

Jasper is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Jasper to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Jasper

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stone Peak Restaurant - Overlander Mountain Lodge (27010 Hwy 16 W) and Hearthstone Lounge (76 Connaught Dr) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Raven Bistro (504 Patricia Street) and Earls Kitchen + Bar - Jasper (600 Patricia Street, 2nd Floor) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Jasper.

When to visit Jasper

Jasper in October
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jasper in October
Estimated hotel price
$209
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jasper in July, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 65 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jasper, with an average rainfall of 14 mm.

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How to Get to Jasper

Plane

When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 189 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Jasper is to pick up a car hire from Edmonton, which is about 196 miles from Jasper. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Edmonton.

Plane

When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 189 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Jasper. The train station in Jasper is called Jasper, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Jasper is to pick up a car hire from Edmonton, which is about 196 miles from Jasper. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Edmonton.

Airports near Jasper

YEGEdmonton

Airlines serving Jasper

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,752 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,125 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,491 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,148 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,130 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,805 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,135 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jasper

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Athabasca Hotel and Astoria Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jasper

Most booked hotels in Jasper

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Forest Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Whistler's Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Chateau Jasper
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Tonquin Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$106+
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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$373+
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Astoria Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$143+
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Hiring a car in Jasper

Expect to pay $1.85 per litre in Jasper (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.09 and $29.45. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jasper, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.85 per litre in Jasper (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.09 and $29.45. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jasper, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.