What to do in Drumheller

Canada's premier palaeontology museum displays an impressive dinosaur fossil collection in the striking Alberta Badlands. See reconstructed skeletons and scientists working in the active fossil lab.

Ancient rock sentinels, the Drumheller Hoodoos showcase millions of years of erosion with their distinctive capstone-topped spires. Walk the trail to witness these natural sculptures that define Alberta's Badlands landscape.

This towering T-rex sculpture lets you climb 106 stairs to view the Canadian Badlands from its jaws. Inside, up to 12 visitors can simultaneously enjoy panoramic vistas of Drumheller's prehistoric landscape.

This badlands park houses the renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada's premier palaeontology institution. Hike the interpretive trails to discover ancient fossils and remnants of Alberta's coal mining heritage.

This dramatic biblical spectacle unfolds in Alberta's striking Badlands across a 30-acre natural amphitheatre. Reserve evening tickets to experience the powerful performance as sunset illuminates over 200 actors on the massive stage.

Walk along the rim of this U-shaped canyon to witness 70-million-year-old rock layers in Alberta's Badlands. Early morning visits reward photographers with dramatic light on the maroon-striped walls.

Find out about the history of Drumheller when you take a trip to Rosedale Suspension Bridge. Take in the fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Fossil World Dinosaur Museum houses over 1,000 real fossils alongside animated dinosaurs that roar to life. Dig for fossils yourself or pan for gems in this hands-on paleontological playground.