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Our most recommended Alberta, Canada Culture & history

Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

1. Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

Climb aboard this iconic 4-person gondola cabin with large windows and relax. During the 8-minute ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, take in the views of the town of Banff, Bow Valley, and six different mountain ranges. While on the mountain's peak, be amazed by 360-degree views. Explore the interactive Above Banff Interpretative Center to learn about the early explorers, wildlife, and local area. Hike across the Sulphur Mountain boardwalk to explore the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station, a National Historic Site. Then stop at the coffee shops, restaurants, and gift shops.

Jasper: Jasper Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour Tickets

2. Jasper: Jasper Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour Tickets

Discover the wonders of the night sky with our award-winning star-gazing tour package! Start your tour in the Planetarium Dome Theatre and explore local First Nations constellations, the Milky Way, and even the edge of the universe! After leaving the planetarium, head outside for a guided tour of the Rockies' largest, most powerful telescopes. If the sky is clear, you can look through the telescopes and learn about the science behind the Northern Lights, how to photograph Auroras, and even get your hands on meteorites, a Moon rock, and a Mars rock! Enjoy a live, interactive experience with 4K “instant replays” of past live views if it's too cloudy. This 1.5-hour experience is open to all ages, except children under 4 who are not permitted in the Planetarium Dome Theatre. If you don't see the stars due to cloudy skies, you can always return with our two-year "Rain Check" at no additional charge! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the night sky!

Calgary: Heritage Park Historical Village Admission Ticket

3. Calgary: Heritage Park Historical Village Admission Ticket

Complete your trip to Calgary with a visit to the Heritage Park. Spend an incredible day at Canada’s largest living history museum, and witness history come to life. Explore the historic buildings and antique machinery, ride authentic attractions, interact with costumed improvisational actors, learn about the history of Western Canada and have lots of fun. The park encompasses eight distinct areas that you can reach by train or by feet: • Town Centre • The Fairgrounds • The Settlement • Natural Resources Area • Heritage Crossing • Heritage Plaza • The Rail Yard • Agriculture Area Each area is full of exciting things to see and do, taking you back in time to the early days of Western Canada's history. Visit the exhibitions of Calgary's Electric Streetcar System, Standard Gauge Railway, Gasoline Alley Museum with an impressive vintage car collection, Hudson's Bay Company Fur Trading Fort and many others. Explore inside the historical homes and saloons, see a blacksmith in action, explore the origins of Alberta’s energy industry at Prospect Ridge – including the new STORYSEEKER exhibit. Visit the farm animals in the Ranch Area and find out how Veterinarians plied their trade at the turn of the century in the Vintage Veterinary Exhibit at the Nanton Livery Stable – also new for 2022. Don't forget to ride the antique midway rides, including the Ferris Wheel, Bowness Carousel, the Caterpillar and the Whip - the world's first thrilling attraction. Finish your day by riding the S.S. Moyie paddle-wheeler boat or take a horse-drawn wagon tour. Food and drinks are available in various locations throughout the park, along with several shopping opportunities to find the perfect souvenir.

Calgary: 3.5-Hour Bus City Tour with Gasoline Alley Museum

4. Calgary: 3.5-Hour Bus City Tour with Gasoline Alley Museum

Begin at the base of the Calgary Tower and travel through downtown on your way to the Calgary Zoo and Telus Spark Science Center. Travel in a comfortable bus through the East Village to historic Inglewood. Listen to your guide as they share stories and facts about this cosmopolitan city. The first stop will be at Scotsman's Hill, where you'll get a panoramic view of the skyline. Proceed through the Beltline to the Lougheed House and then to Heritage Park. Take time to explore Gasoline Alley, a museum dedicated to historical gravitational gas pumps and antique vehicles. Continue to Canada Olympic Park to watch some sporting activities. Following your time there, head back toward Calgary Downtown. On the way, stop for one more amazing view of the city. Travel through Downtown Calgary where the tour will conclude at the base of the Calgary Tower, where it began.

Cowboys and Coal Mines - Historical Walking Tour

5. Cowboys and Coal Mines - Historical Walking Tour

Enjoy this immersive experience into the history of western Canada. Let your fun and friendly guide take you on a journey through time and reveal the stories behind the scenery. Go back into the history and mystery of the first peoples of the Rockies. Explore a history written in rock! This tour will provide you with a story of mystery and intrigue that was shared by the early explorers, pioneers, and cowboys that called the Rockies home. Rated as a leisurely walk suitable for the whole family! A truly authentic local experience presented by professional guides and local historians.

Edmonton: Fort Edmonton Park Admission Ticket

6. Edmonton: Fort Edmonton Park Admission Ticket

Enjoy many fun attractions for kids and adults at Fort Edmonton Park in Edmonton’s beautiful River Valley.  Explore life through the diversity of First Nation and Métis histories, cultures, and perspectives at the new 30,000-square-foot Indigenous Peoples Experience — the first of its kind in Canada. Next, explore the fur trading era in the Fort and take a stroll through the settlement, municipal, and metropolitan eras. At the 1920s-style midway, join in the fun on the Ferris wheel, swing ride, outdoor maze, the Cabinet of Curios exhibit, funhouse, and games alley. In addition to the rides and attractions, there will be plenty of carnival-style food to enjoy and a healthy serving of photo ops. Relax in the velvet seats of the beautiful recreation of Edmonton’s original Capitol Theatre, and journey back in time on the 1919 Baldwin steam train or by riding the rails on a vintage streetcar. Relax on a wagon ride, as you immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere.

Jasper: Jasper Planetarium Dark Sky Telescope Experience

7. Jasper: Jasper Planetarium Dark Sky Telescope Experience

Our most full-featured tour! Join astronomy experts from The Jasper Planetarium for an out-of-this-world Rocky Mountain evening experience. Enjoy everything in our COMBO tour plus our constellation & binocular tour experience! Includes: * Our world-exclusive Planetarium dome theatre experience * Our 'weather-proof' Telescope experience * Then, follow your dark sky guide (who will make an announcement) to travel to a specially-selected dark-sky site within walking distance (approx 480 metres) * Laser-guided tour of naked-eye constellations * “Learn together” with binoculars we supply and look at our Milky Way and deep space objects you'll be guided to * If weather permits, you’ll enjoy a guided tour through our telescopes THEN constellations and objects in deep space as seen through our binoculars * Includes 2-year rain-check (come back at no-additional charge) for any aspects of this tour that aren't clear the night you attend. This 3-hour experience is open to all ages, except children under 4 who are not permitted in the Planetarium Dome Theatre. If you don't see the stars due to cloudy skies, you can always return with our two-year "Rain Check" at no additional charge! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the night sky!

From Calgary: Drumheller and Badlands Tour

8. From Calgary: Drumheller and Badlands Tour

After departing from Calgary, your first stop will be at Horseshoe Canyon, with the stunning views of the valley. Continue to the Hoodoos, where you will hop off the vehicle to enjoy views of these unique sandstone formations. Walk amongst these imposing structures.  Next, visit the Atlas Coal Mine. Designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2002, you ride will explore the Processing Plant. Stop for lunch at the old East Coulee School Museum for some great food and some rest before continuing the journey.  Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the science of paleontology. Housing a collection of over 130,000 fossils, see mounted dinosaur skeletons including the T-Rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops. Look into the "Preparation Lab", where you can watch technicians prepare fossils for research and exhibition.

Calgary: Gasoline Alley Museum Admission

9. Calgary: Gasoline Alley Museum Admission

Explore Gasoline Valley Museum that showcases the introduction and popularization of the automobile. Gaze in awe at the classic cars, trucks, and working vehicles from the 1900s to the 1950s. Explore the unique antique gasoline pump collection and many signages from a wide variety of historical petroleum companies. Learn about the history of the automobile and the far-reaching social changes that resulted from the transition from horse and carriage to the motor car. Be sure to also visit the lower showroom, which offers even more incredible artifacts to see.

From Calgary: Canadian Badlands Private Geological Tour

10. From Calgary: Canadian Badlands Private Geological Tour

Explore Drumheller Provincial Park and the Canadian Badlands on this all-day private sightseeing tour in Alberta. Travel at your own pace with your own group. Visit Horseshoe Canyon and walk among the hoodoos (tall, thin spires of rock), followed by the Atlas Coal Mine. Stop at the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada's only museum dedicated to paleontology. Leaving from Calgary, Your first stop will be at Horseshoe Canyon, with unique views of the valley. A quick stop at the Drumheller Welcome Sign then Continues to the Hoodoos, where you will have time to explore and enjoy views of these unique sandstone formations and take Instagram photos in between rocks. Next, visit the Atlas Coal Mine. Designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2002, Stop for lunch at the town of Drumheller or See the World's Largest Dinosaur Structure. Added Stop will be Little Church of Drumheller and Horsethief Canyon Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the Science of Paleontology. Housing a collection of over 130,000 fossils, see mounted dinosaur skeletons including the T-Rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops. Look into the "Preparation Lab", where you can watch technicians prepare fossils for research and exhibition.

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4.9 / 5

based on 25 reviews

This tour was amazing and honestly worth every dollar. We had Arnel as our driver and guide and honestly, his company really enhanced the experience! He was patient with us as we took our time exploring the sites and never made us feel rushed, while also being friendly and fun to have around. The tour itself was incredible as well. The sites this tour provides access to are amazing and indescribable. The beauty of this tour is that because it was private, we could spend as much time at each location as we wanted to before moving onto the next spot, as opposed to other, larger group tours where there’s a strict time-limit. Overall this was a great experience and a day well spent.

J'ai adoré mon après-midi ! C'était une sortie en petit groupe, les arrêts étaient de bonne durée et nous avons pris de très belles photos. Notre guide était super gentille et elle nous a donné beaucoup d'informations très pertinentes.

The guide and driver were knowledgeable, efficient and personable. The tour was one of the best I have ever taken, was reasonably priced and on time. I highly recommend it to anyone planning a trip to Calgary.

The bus tour was very informative. The tour guide was very courteous and helpful. We enjoyed the bus tour thoroughly.

The tour guide is well knowledgeable of the history of Calgary! Amazing experience!