Drumheller Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Drumheller
Drumheller
Drumheller
Drumheller
Drumheller
A barren landscape littered with fossils, strange rock formations and historic mining towns, this valley is perfect for historians, geologists and filmmakers.

Drumheller and the surrounding valley offers a world of adventure for history enthusiasts. Hike through the sandstone “hoodoo” rocks and learn about the lives of the coal miners who inhabited these parts right up until the late 20th century. Visitors can also stand in the jaws of the world’s largest dinosaur.

Ever since the first dinosaur skull was uncovered here in the 1880s, the area has received significant attention from palaeontologists and other prehistoric experts. Since this ground-breaking discovery, the nearby town, which is situated just 90 minutes away from Calgary, has earned the title of the “Dinosaur Capital of the World”, as thousands of fossils have been collected here. Visitors can see an extensive collection of such fossils showcased at the Royal Tyrrell Museum, which has items from the beginning of life on Earth to the Ice Age. Interactive activities and guided hikes make this a fantastic attraction for visitors all ages.

For a unique view of the area, climb the 106 steps to the top of the World’s Tallest Dinosaur and look down towards the town and the Red Deer River below from its snarling jaws.

Originally a mining camp, there are various museums dotted around the town which pay tribute to the lives of the workers and pioneers who first settled here. Visitors can gain a fascinating insight into the lives of the miners’ children at the East Coulee School Museum, which is situated in the mining ghost town of Coulee.

Take in the geological significance of the valley by wandering through the bizarre rock formations and “hoodoo” rocks. These sandstone pillars with mushroom-like caps are littered around the Canadian Badlands and have interested filmmakers from all over the world. The area boasts an impressive Hollywood repertoire, including the likes of Clint Eastwood in “Unforgiven” (1992) and Dustin Hoffman in “Little Big Man” (1970).

Every July, hundreds of actors and volunteers from around the region perform a three-hour Passion Play in an outdoor amphitheatre for thousands of visitors from around the world.

Ramada by Wyndham Drumheller Hotel & Suites

Ramada by Wyndham Drumheller Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
680 2nd Street Se, Follow Hwy 9, Drumheller, AB
The price is ₹21,533 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹21,533
₹24,175 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Drumheller. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"A great spot 15 minutes away from the Dinosaur Museum. Multiple dining options in a walkable distance. Great for families."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Drumheller Hotel & Suites
Travelodge by Wyndham Drumheller

Travelodge by Wyndham Drumheller

2 out of 5
101 Grove Place, Drumheller, AB
The price is ₹8,585 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹8,585
₹9,638 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Drumheller. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,039 reviews)
"The hotel is in a very good location with many restaurants and close to tourist attractions. There is a playground nearby for those with kids and lots of dinosaur statues around. I recommend!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Drumheller
Quality Hotel

Quality Hotel

2.5 out of 5
100 6th Ave SE, Drumheller, AB
The price is ₹13,275 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹13,275
₹14,904 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Drumheller. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"The room was great. So convenient next to quick eats and a grocery store. The breakfast was great!!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Quality Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hidden Ridge Resort

Hidden Ridge Resort

3.5 out of 5
901 Hidden Ridge Way, Banff, AB
Stay at this aparthotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,498 reviews)
"Hidden Ridge Resort hit all the right notes for us. The staff were warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived, and the suite felt more like a mountain cabin than a hotel—big, comfortable, and complete with a real wood-burning fireplace that made the evenings feel extra special. Just sitting by ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hidden Ridge Resort
Sundance By Basecamp

Sundance By Basecamp

2.5 out of 5
2 Sundance Rd Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB
Stay at this campsite in Kananaskis. Enjoy free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Bronze Chair Ski Lift and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (253 reviews)
"Loved the rustic feel of the trappers tent. It was perfect and the heater kept us nice and cozy!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Sundance By Basecamp
Basecamp Resorts Canmore

Basecamp Resorts Canmore

3.5 out of 5
1102 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Canmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,278 reviews)
Great stay
"Absolutely awesome we loved it"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Basecamp Resorts Canmore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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