Badlands Tour: Drumheller with Museum, Hoodoos & Dinosaurs

Begin your day with a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Calgary to Drumheller, where the flat prairies gradually give way to the dramatic canyons and unique landscapes of the Badlands. Your first stop is Horseshoe Canyon, a breathtaking U-shaped valley with layered cliffs and walking trails that offer spectacular photo opportunities and a chance to stretch your legs in nature.

Next, visit the world-renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum, home to one of the largest collections of dinosaur skeletons in the world, and enjoy a short walk along the Badlands Interpretive Trail to learn more about the geology and history of the region. Continue to the quaint Little Church before heading into Drumheller to see the 26-meter-tall World’s Largest Dinosaur, where you can climb to enjoy panoramic views. Stroll through Drumheller’s Downtown Plaza for shops and snacks, then enjoy lunch at a local café. In the afternoon, explore the Hoodoos Trail with its iconic mushroom-shaped rock formations and visit the historic Star Mine Suspension Bridge. If time permits, visit the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site or, during seasonal closures, the Last Chance Saloon. Conclude your adventure with a scenic sunset drive back to Calgary.