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 March
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jasper in March
Estimated hotel price
$193
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 304 km 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 0.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Jasper, you’ll arrive at Edmonton (YEG), which is located 304 km 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 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Jasper

YEGEdmonton

Airlines serving Jasper

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,662 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,623 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,130 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,447 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (886 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,111 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,632 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,342 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,158 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,570 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,098 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (377 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,116 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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The Crimson Jasper
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$172+
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Marmot Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Forest Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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Whistler's Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Tonquin Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$119+
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Hiring a car in Jasper

Expect to pay $1.88 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 $22.51 and $30.01. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.88 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 $22.51 and $30.01. The most frequently booked car type in Jasper is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Sedan or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.