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Heritage Park Historical Village, Calgary

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Heritage Park Historical Village

1900 Heritage Drive SW, Calgary, Alberta T2V 2X3, Canada
403-268-8500
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As one of the few sites in North America with two steam locomotives, a ride is in order!
118 visitor photos
Ranked #3 of 205 attractions in Calgary
4.5 of 5 stars 408 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Activities: Leisure education, Getting married
Traveller Description: Introduction Heritage Park Historical Village is designed to give visitors a taste of the past. Covering 127 acres of land next to Calgary's... more »
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Calgary, Canada
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“Great Park For Kids”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I loved this park because it captures all the elements of the history of Alberta. My favorite part was the old amusement park with lots of old rides, whitch are very fun. Overall this is an amazing park. Christian age 10

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Calgary, Canada
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“Great for kids!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The real full sized steam train is great for kids, as is the historical village and old time amusement park. We saw Thomas the Tank Engine there and they did a great job. We bought a yearly pass!

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See 5 more reviews by eastmeetswestCanada for Calgary
HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Hi eastmeetswestCanada- We're so glad to hear you enjoyed Day Out With Thomas and that you will be visiting us multiple times this year with your annual pass! We've got a lot of great events this season, and we look forward to sharing them with you and your family. Thanks for your review and visit! The Marketing Team, Heritage Park... More

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“over priced”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

we find this place is over priced for what you get and my kids would much rather go other places then here...find it boring

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Hi Rick H, Thanks for your review. We're sorry to hear that you don't feel like you received the best value possible during your visit. We think it’s an extremely competitive family product in Calgary, but we recognize that everyone appreciates something different when enjoying a day out with family. If you (or the kids) ever change your mind, we... More

Calgary
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24 reviews 24 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Full day of fun for kids”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Awesome trains! Working steamboat! Live animals! 2 ferris wheels! Lots to see and do. Can easily spend a whole day here with your kids.

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Hi weliketofly- Thanks for your review! We're glad that you enjoyed your time here at Heritage Park. We agree that it's very easy to spend an entire day here exploring the Park. Thanks for your visit and we hope to see you again soon! Best Wishes, The Marketing Team, Heritage Park Historical Village More

Portland, Maine
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251 reviews 251 reviews
174 attraction reviews
Reviews in 73 cities Reviews in 73 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
“Alberta's History Comes Alive in Calgary”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This 127-acre park was one of the grandest celebrations of Albertan history I could ever imagine! It was a short bus ride from the Heritage stop on the C-Train’s Red Line. There was also plenty of parking onsite. Judging from the scores of school field trip busses it had to be a fantastic place for school-aged children. Already committed, I... More

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Hi mainemountainbear- We're glad to hear you had such an enjoyable visit! It sounds like you were able to experience some of our favourite exhibits in the Park. Thanks for your visit and the great review - we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, The Marketing Team Heritage Park Historical Village More

Top Contributor
68 reviews 68 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“A great look back to the start of Calgary”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This park features late 1850 - 1950 attractions, old buildings and antiques on display in settings in which they would be used. A small 1960's era amusement park with rides (ferris wheel, merry go round etc.) targeted mostly to the under 16 year old sect. Interesting dining options from ice cream on the board walk to Sunday bunches and fine... More

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Hi Nakodo, We're pleased that you seem to have enjoyed the wide range of dining options available here at the Park. We're quite proud of the variety offered here for our guests. Although the Antique Midway looks like it could be from the 1960's - it's rides actually date from the early 1900s to 1920s! Thanks very much for your... More

Calgary, Canada
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A Neat Ol' Place!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We try to visit this attraction once very two years (it's quite costly for a family of six). The kids do not find it overly interesting, but we adults sure do. As the kids get older, we explain to them how much more difficult things were "back in the day" and how lucky we are now. The homes are very... More

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Hi Tamara C- Thanks for your review! We're glad to hear that you make an effort to visit us every few years. We agree that the gate admission for a family of 6 can be a bit expensive, however we think that our Family Annual passes are a great solution to that! In addition to year-round access, you also receive... More

Calgary, Canada
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3 attraction reviews
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“Heritage Park”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

I have two kids (18mths & 6 yrs old) Heritage Park is another attraction they both love. the toddler loves the trains and the 6 year old likes the boat and the activities. In the last few years hP has begun to put on more and more seasonal activities that we enjoy. We are members and visit often.

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Hi acjaime- We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying your annual pass with your family. We've got some brand new events this year and we look forward to you checking them out. Thanks for your review! Hope to see you soon! The Marketing Team, Heritage Park Historical Village More

Calgary, Canada
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 attraction reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“beautiful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

There are so many things to learn here and see. I love the fact that the kids learn and dont know it...LOL. My mom is the one who got me into this place it is her favoret and I like to take her atleast once a year.

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
26 April 2013

Hi Tina R- Thanks so much for your visit and review! We're glad to hear that your Mom introduced you to the Park and we look forward to many more visits from you all. See you soon! The Marketing Team Heritage Park Historical Village More

Bowie, MD
Top Contributor
265 reviews 265 reviews
14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 85 cities Reviews in 85 cities
111 helpful votes 111 helpful votes
“Went "off season" and still loved it”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Railway Cafe is reasonable and has excellent, fresh pastries, soups, sandwiches. We had the brunch buffet at Gunn's Dairy Barn in April, which I understand is moving to a hotel now that "in season" is approaching. The buffet was $14.95 and excellent. Followed with a visit to Gasoline Alley Museum to see the antique cars and the largest collection of... More

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HeritageParkHV_YYC, Marketing at Heritage Park Historical Village, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Hi tlhjar- It sounds like you had a great visit to Heritage Park! We're pleased to hear that you and your Mother had a great day out, and that she was able to find some great treasures to bring home with her. We hope you get a chance to visit us again when the Historical Village is open for the... More

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