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Museum · Drumheller, Alberta
Royal Tyrrell Museum (Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology)
One of the world’s largest paleontology museums, in the badlands valley, with dozens of mounted dinosaur skeletons, Alberta fossils and a visible preparation laboratory.
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About Royal Tyrrell Museum (Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology)
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is about 6 km from downtown Drumheller, set into the badlands slopes of the Red Deer River valley. It is named after Joseph Burr Tyrrell, the geologist who found a carnivorous dinosaur skull there in 1884, later named Albertosaurus.
The galleries trace the history of life on Earth and hold one of the largest collections of mounted dinosaur skeletons in the world, including tyrannosaurs, triceratops and hadrosaurs, many discovered in Alberta. One of the best-known pieces is a nodosaur preserved with skin and armor, one of the most complete dinosaur “mummies” ever found.
Through a window you can see the lab where technicians clean and prepare fossils. In summer there are guided activities, such as fossil digs and badlands walks, which require booking. There is an admission fee; check the current rates.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
2 to 4 hours.
Best time
Right at opening time, especially in summer and on weekends. It’s a good visit in any season.
How to get there
On Highway 838, about 6 km northwest of downtown Drumheller, by car.
Tip
Book summer activities in advance, such as the guided fossil dig: spaces are limited.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Royal Tyrrell Museum (Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology)
What to see at the Royal Tyrrell Museum?
Mounted dinosaur skeletons, the nodosaur with skin and armor, and the fossil lab.
Where is the Royal Tyrrell Museum located?
About 6 km from downtown Drumheller, roughly 135 km from Calgary.
How long does a visit to the Royal Tyrrell Museum take?
Between 2 and 4 hours.