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Royal Tyrrell Museum, Drumheller

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Situated in one of the richest fossil-bearing belts in the world, Royal Tyrrell Museum offers you the chance to inspect over a hundred thousand fossilized remains. Observe 40 full skeletons and appreciate the enormous scale of the prehistoric creatures on display. The museum also offers programs, such as dig experiences out in the field; with hands-on explanations of the archaeological process, it’s a worthwhile learning experience for children. Be sure to check out the gift shop, which sells a diverse range of dinosaur paraphernalia. PutRoyal Tyrrell Museum into our Drumheller sightseeing planning website and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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Royal Tyrrell Museum reviews

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  • Probably one of the best museums I’ve seen. The number of complete/near complete dinosaur skeletons was significant. Highly recommend 
    Probably one of the best museums I’ve seen. The number of complete/near complete dinosaur skeletons was significant. Highly recommend  more »
  • You could allow at least 3 hours of your life to experience this museum. Even better, visit more than once. There is so much to take in … physically, visually, and conceptually. This museum... 
    You could allow at least 3 hours of your life to experience this museum. Even better, visit more than once. There is so much to take in … physically, visually, and conceptually. This museum...  more »
  • The whole museum is interesting for all age groups. Informative, interactive, educational and fun. The displays are so detail and the information is excellent, some displays a actual size with... 
    The whole museum is interesting for all age groups. Informative, interactive, educational and fun. The displays are so detail and the information is excellent, some displays a actual size with...  more »
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  • This was such a fun experience. Fun for the whole family no matter their age. Would recommend to everyone. It'll take a couple of hours at least to see everything. They rotate their exhibits every so often because there are just so many pieces. You can even see people work on some of the pieces too which is neat. The staff is also friendly too. There's even a cafeteria inside as well if you need a drink or a snack.
  • Amazing museum that we enjoy visiting as a family. Kids always love coming from when they were 2 years old until now (almost 10). Very engaging exhibits to walkthrough. The museum is set up really well where it keeps all people walking in one direction and everything is built using ramps which makes it excellent for wheelchairs and strollers. Each time we visit we learn so much! Definitely recommend taking workshops when offered in the warmer months... We still talk about the casting one!
  • A world class fossil exhibit just an hour and a half’s drive from Calgary! This is a must visit if you’re in Alberta, the fossils on display are incredible, showcased in equally stunning environments. The building itself is well maintained, with clean and well thought out interior. Each area is divided based on time period and dinosaur families, which makes the visit structured and educational. There are boards which provide useful information about each species along with self guided tours which you can follow to learn more! Trust me you will be blown away by the Dinos shown in this museum. There is even a gift shop at the end of the path to buy souvenirs and goodies. The pricing is fair for the visit and parking is plentiful outside. Do not miss this attraction, it’s one of the best in Canada!
  • Awesome Museum, great for kids and family! High quality of maintenance standard. Very informative and interactive. You can the active workshop. Very rich in history. There is a fun-game room near the end for both the kids and adults. Lovely views of the River Canyon around the museum. Recommend!
  • Great place, especially for kids. It's a 1.5 hour drive from Calgary with quite scenic views on the way. The museum has excellent exhibits and a good dive into the history. One can easily plan about half a day at and around this place. There's parking available but might be unavailable on busy days. Definitely recommended, especially if you're a history enthusiast or have kids. You can get a free entry if you're a new citizen. Just sign up on Canoo app, fill in the required details and show it at the ticket window.

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