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Drumheller Attractions

Your guide to the top things to do in Drumheller, Canada for every type of traveller.

Things to do in Drumheller – top Drumheller must-see attractions

Drumheller is Canada's dinosaur capital, where ancient fossils and dramatic badlands landscapes tell a story millions of years in the making. The terrain shifts from eerie hoodoo formations to deep canyon valleys, giving every corner of the region a distinct look. At the Royal Tyrrell Museum you can walk among full dinosaur skeletons, climb inside the World's Largest Dinosaur for panoramic views, or explore the dark tunnels of the Atlas Coal Mine. Check out the list below to plan the best things to do in Drumheller, Canada on your next visit.

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Historic Site
Historic Site
Museums
Museums
Geologic Formations
Geologic Formations
Scenic Drive
Scenic Drive
Canyons
Canyons
Art objects
Art objects
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
Families
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
Why visit?
  • World-class fossil exhibits
  • Over 40 dinosaur skeletons
  • Hands-on dig simulations
World's Largest Dinosaur
Families
World's Largest Dinosaur
Why visit?
  • 138-step climb to the top
  • Panoramic badlands views
  • Giant T. rex structure
Midland Provincial Park
Nature Lovers
Midland Provincial Park
Why visit?
  • Scenic badlands trails
  • On-site palaeontology museum
  • Picnic and camping areas
Horsethief Canyon
Nature Lovers
Horsethief Canyon
Why visit?
  • Sweeping canyon overlooks
  • Exposed sandstone walls
  • Accessible hiking paths
Fossil World Dinosaur Discovery Centre
Families
Fossil World Dinosaur Discovery Centre
Why visit?
  • Interactive robot dinosaurs
  • Kid-friendly fossil displays
  • Guided discovery tours
Drumheller Reptile World
Families
Drumheller Reptile World
Why visit?
  • Live reptile encounters
  • Over 40 reptile species
  • Hands-on educational shows
Horseshoe Canyon
Nature Lovers
Horseshoe Canyon
Why visit?
  • Dramatic layered canyon walls
  • Multi-level hiking trails
  • Fossil-rich rock exposures
Nature Lovers
Drumheller Hoodoos
Why visit?
  • Iconic mushroom-shaped pillars
  • Self-guided walking path
  • Unique erosion formations
History Geeks
Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
Why visit?
  • 1930s working mine tours
  • Vintage coal tipple structure
  • Underground mine cart rides
Star Mine Suspension Bridge
Photography Enthusiasts
Star Mine Suspension Bridge
Why visit?
  • Narrow swinging footbridge
  • Views over Red Deer River
  • Access to riverside trails
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