Badlands Tour: Drumheller with Museum, Hoodoos & Dinosaurs Booking Option for Summer 2026

Embark on a day trip from Calgary to Drumheller, the Dinosaur Capital of the World. Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum (Tickets Included), Hoodoos, see the World’s Largest Dinosaur & Last Chance Saloon.
Begin your day early with a scenic drive from Calgary to Drumheller, which takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Enjoy wide open views of Alberta's prairies slowly transitioning into the striking canyons and hoodoos of the Badlands.

Your first and most iconic stop is Horseshoe Canyon, located near Drumheller, Alberta, is a dramatic U-shaped valley carved into the Canadian Badlands. Its steep cliffs and colorful, layered rock formations reveal millions of years of geological history. Visitors can enjoy panoramic viewpoints, hike the winding trails through the canyon floor, and explore unique landscapes.

Next stop is the world-renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology. It’s Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to ancient life and features one of the largest displays of dinosaur skeletons in the world. View real fossil skeletons, including Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Albertosaurus. Take a short hike behind the museum on the Badlands Interpretive Trail. Download the Royal Tyrrell Museum App for the Audio Tour Guide.

Before heading out, an optional stop by the charming and quirky Little Church – a fully functional church that only seats six people.

Drive just 5 minutes into Drumheller town to see the World’s Largest Dinosaur, a massive 26-meter-tall T-Rex sculpture towering over the valley. You can even climb inside the dinosaur and peek through its open mouth for panoramic views of Drumheller. Walk around the nearby Downtown Plaza, visit small gift shops, grab snacks or souvenirs.

Stop for lunch at one of Drumheller’s top-rated cafes or restaurants. Take time to relax and fuel up for your afternoon adventures.

Just 15 minutes southeast of Drumheller lies the famous Hoodoos Trail, home to bizarre, mushroom-shaped rock formations that were formed over millions of years through erosion. These natural sculptures are one of the highlights of the Canadian Badlands. Enjoy a short, accessible hike suitable for all ages. Learn about hoodoo formations via interpretive signs.

On the way, you’ll pass the Star Mine Suspension Bridge, a 117-meter pedestrian bridge over the Red Deer River. Stop here for a quick walk and historic insights about Drumheller’s coal-mining past.

Next, The Last Chance Saloon in Drumheller is a historic bar and restaurant located in the ghost town of Wayne. It offers classic western charm, great food, and a glimpse into Alberta’s wild past — a must-stop on your Drumheller adventure!

Please note : Please note that the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site is closed for the season. We have added an additional stop at the Last Chance Saloon instead.

After a day filled with dinosaurs, badlands, hoodoos, and history, start your drive back to Calgary. Catch the warm glow of the sunset across Alberta’s prairies as the perfect close to your Drumheller adventure.

Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.

Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.