Drumheller's claim to fame is undoubtedly the fibre glass sculpture of Tyrannosaurus Rex, which towers at a height of 26.2m. Visitors can climb a staircase inside the dinosaur's body to reach a lookout point in the T-Rex's mouth, which offers expansive views of the surrounding countryside. The landscape is largely made up of badlands, typified by dry soil, rocks, mountains, and ravines. The stairway is lined with an interesting exhibit of paintings and fossils illustrating prehistoric times. Following your visit, you can enjoy a meal at one of the nearby restaurants. And that's just for starters. For more dinosaur fun, head to Canada's largest collection of dinosaur fossils, the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology. With more than 350,000 visitors annually, this museum is not to be missed.
Drumheller's creative performing arts scene isn't bad either. Every summer and spring, the Canadian Badlands Passion Play revives the dramatic story of Christ's passion with Roman soldiers, whip lashes, and impressive costumes. Performed in a fantastic outdoor amphitheatre, surrounded by astonishing geological formations, the play is a memorable experience. Alternatively, you can enjoy a local, secular production at the Kaleidoscope Community Theatre. Keep in mind that it is worth booking your accommodation in advance in the summer, which is the high season in Drumheller.