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Heritage Park
Categories: Event Planning & Services Venues & Event Spaces Active Life Amusement Parks Public Services & Government Landmarks & Historical Buildings Arts & Entertainment Museums Venues & Event Spaces, Amusement Parks, Landmarks & Historical Buildings, Museums [Edit]
1900 Heritage Dr SWCalgary, AB T2V 2X3
(403) 268-8500
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9 reviews for Heritage Park
9 reviews in English
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Review from Vishnu V.
11/18/2011
One word to start with .. Awesome place to visit.
I happened to visit this place on heritage day. Didn't have a clue on what activities were planned in. Got to download a coupon from calgary attractions and got a little discount on the entry fee which was less than $20.
First entered into gasoline museum which has all the old motor vehicles, pertol pumps, car engines etc. Just an incredible place where we can see the cars of different generations.
Don't forget to grab a map before heading into the park. First glimpse was to wind mill in the park. And there was a rail track that runs through the park. A horse cart, old fashioned houses,musicians, ferry, some rides, food stalls .. everything were just so organised.
They have the houses that depicts the history of canada, a very well maintained place.
The best thing was, the people in here were also dressed up like the old generation and also there was a school, ofcourse with a teacher teaching too, a printing press, billiards room,bank w/o a bank manager :P , what not everything that could depict well about canada's history.
I was really happy to visit this place and to know the canada's history.
Also we had a chance to taste the snow cones and bought a newspaper for 25cents from the printing press.
Walked through every house in there, and surprisingly we came across a music band of vetrans, the music was so delightful that I couldn't move away from listening their music.
Also there was a restaurant inside and a small bakery, and icecream shop.
Now that we were done with all sight seeing and decided to try the rides.
Don't miss to try the train, ferry ride and a horse cart ride.
We had a band for $10 using which we could go for all the rides out there.
And there were some activities going on as well in the park like tug-of-war, games for children etc;
I can say that the day spent at heritage was the day well spent.
Yelp's 30 day challenge : 10/30 and my 50th review too !!! -
Review from Wendy P.
11/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
I haven't spent much time out at Heritage Park, but after having been there for a party earlier on in the week, I think I'll be heading back to check out more! We had a function in the Founders Room, inside the Gasoline Alley Museum. Walking through the main floor of the museum reminded me a bit of Reynold's Alberta Museum back in Wetaskiwin... old restored cars lining the floor and such.
The stores in the square weren't open at that hour, but peeking in the windows made me want to come back to check them out during the day. The skating rink isn't set up yet either, but the materials for the rink bit were sitting off to the side. Being the curious critter I am, I had to check it out. It's weird little interlocking pieces of plastic. Well, I don't know for sure that it's plastic, but that what's what it felt like. Apparently you skate on it... no ice. Just plastic! That I'm going to need to experience for myself.
Yelp's 30 Day Challenge: 12/30 -
Review from Dena H.
Calgary, AB
2/1/2012
Love it !!! Have been many times and enjoyed it always!!! Take the boat and the train rides!!! Buy some bakery goods.. go to the old fashioned candy store and of course Ice Cream!!! If you're lucky to go on a day where they have the ladies working in one of the many heritage homes you'll find them baking in the traditional way using antiques and the good old ways of doing things in "Little House of the Prairie" Garb.. Bonnets and full skirts, young men in knickers et al .. .. :) Also catch the tours around the park of the Actors who do short skits Wonderful and great healthy and clean fun for the kids!!! Where do tou find all this these days??? And the gift shop has wonderful things to poke through. Also they are in the Calgary Entertainment guide for a discount.. and if your child has a disability you can get special passes..just ask at the entrance! or call them! Slip into the past and let the stress melt away .. ahhhhhh
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Review from Crystal W.
Calgary, AB
8/1/2011
For the amount of time you spend in the parks, village, museum, etc., the price of admission is totally worth it. If you really want to see everything in one day, you'd also better rest up and leave early. 3.5hrs wasn't enough time with my mother, who was a very captive audience and has an average fitness level for a mid 50's woman. I won't lie, I was pooped when we were done. The next visit will have to involve better pacing and more time.
I've only been here once before and just as I remembered, the village is well done, but much larger than I thought as I hadn't used a map before and didn't see it all the first time. I think they did well with the upgrades. I'm also glad I went hungry, as I really enjoyed the goods from the bakery, bannock samples in the Aboriginal Encampment and particularly the Boylan's Birch Beer/Vintage Soda Pop, served in Drew's Saloon & Stopping House (and possibly in other places on site, but I wouldn't have noticed).
I think this is a great outing, especially if you have company visiting from out of town who appreciate a little history. -
Review from Erin D.
1/15/2011 3 Check-ins Here
I have been visiting the park since I was a toddler and am now 33 years old and still regard it as the most wonderful place in the world. I look forward to each and every summer reopening and am thrilled every time I get to come back. There really is no place like it for me...in fact I have found through my travels and in cities I have lived in over the years I have closed my eyes and envisioned the farm, the steam train, the bakery.... the fort and it has brought me back to my childhood and a place of calm I experience nowhere else in the world.
Every summer the staff and volunteers never fail to exceed my expectations. They are always friendly and informative. One day in particular, I believe it was on Heritage Day, the park was filled to the brim with people, I watched the employees handle the crowds, the stress even the heat with patience and diligence. They never stopped smiling, not once, particularly in the cafe. Most of the high-end restaurants in the city could stand to learn a thing or two from your staff, as they always seem to be performing at their best.
A couple years ago I visited the park for a Valentines dinner. The food was absolutely to die for!! The Butternut Squash soup was out of this world and the desert selection was incredible. The service was outstanding as usual, prompt, not intrusive at all, absolutely perfect. The rose at the end of the evening was such a wonderful touch to what was already a perfect experience. Sadly, I was disappointed to find that they have now moved the dinner to the Selkirk Grill in the "new" area of Heritage Park which really takes away from the experience, but who knows the food might still be fabulous!
I highly recommend you make a visit to Heritage Park if you haven't already. There are many different events throughout the year and their comprehensive website will direct you where you need to go.
Enjoy!Listed in: Why go new when you can go…
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Review from Michael T.
Calgary, AB
A great place to spend an afternoon on a sunny day!
I recently attended a wedding in the new area they built out front (gasoline alley I think). Absolutely awesome staff and a well run event - great food too.
In terms of the park itself, it is a great place to spent a sunny day. With a mixture of historical buildings and tours - as well as some rides, snacks, and a ferry boat too.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/31/2010
A great place to spend an afternoon on a sunny day! Went to a wedding in the new area they built at… Read more »
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Review from Katie C.
Calgary, AB
12/20/2009
Heritage park is a true testament to Calgary's old west culture. And it has GHOSTS! Seriously, guys this place is awesome.
I love that there are new things for me to love, and I've been visiting on a fairly regular basis for twenty years! And there are the old things too. I will love the candy store forever. When I have grandkids, even though I probably won't live in Calgary anymore, I will take them there and then buy them a bunch of candy (old and new!) and sneak in a bunch for myself.
The paddleboat is awesome, but you have to time it right to catch it. I really think the best ways to see the park are by steam locomotive or by horse-drawn cart. The horse carriages are the best in the winter.
There is a small town, as well as outer-lying businesses and a funpark made of antique rides. All of the buildings are as authentic as possible: many were removed from their original location and painstakingly restored on the park grounds. That's why they come with ghosts!
I've been here many times in many capacities: with family during Once upon a Christmas, where I would delight in buying gifts for my parents from the "Kids Only" store (their money, of course). Then I visited as a University student, where we had a tour with one of the Communications managers and learned about the more intricate elements of the park. I attended a work party in the barn, which was a roaring good time (though I could have gone without the square dancing).
Summer, winter, whenever: Heritage Park has a lot to offer in terms of fun and education on Alberta's heritage. I'm really proud that we have a park of this caliber in our city limits. -
Review from Chad W.
Calgary, AB
10/28/2008
Heritage Park rests on the banks of Calgary's beautiful and spacious Glenmore Reservoir. In the park, one will find the historic village that offers insight into the history of the prairies. Authenticism is on their agenda for sure and these guys do a fairly good job, despite lack of appropriate funding for such a business: a steam locomotive, an old-school paddleboat that carries tourists around the Rez at a whooping 2 kmph. They have a few ancient fairground rides too.
On the lands surrounding the Heritage Park facilities are gorgeous bike paths and a massive circular rock beach. There are even sailing facilities located on-site.
I remember, as a teenager, we'd always come here to smoke reef on warm summer days and bask in the sun. -
Review from Sapna G.
Calgary, AB
11/23/2009 21 photos
I hadn't been to Heritage Park in about 15 years, and yesterday I decided it was time I take a trip down memory lane.
Heritage Park is celebrating Christmas early right now with it's 'Once Upon A Christmas' event. It's a month-long celebration to get everyone into the spirit of Christmas.
Here is a summary of what I absolutely LOVED about Heritage Park:
- Brand Spankin' new, Heritage Park now has a FREE zone for all to enjoy. They have created a skating rink out front and anyone and everyone is welcome to come and skate around the rink while Christmas music plays.
- Also brand spankin' new, Gasoline Alley Museum is now open for all to see. It's got loads of cool vintage cars and gas pumps and it's awesome.
- The Mercantile plaza has got a slew of stores in which you can purchase Christmas ornaments, old-school collectibles, children's toys, clothing, jewellery, books, Christmas gifts and fudge!!!
- There are a slew of houses and shops on the grounds that you can visit and at different hours, there will be performances. IE: We went into the Church and there was Christmas caroling!
- Also brand spankin' new is Candy Cane Corral in which you can actually see real, live reindeer! Check out the pictures I uploaded to the Heritage Park profile.
- The Alberta Bakery in Heritage Park makes the most delicious bread EVER! We bought sausage rolls and cheese buns. YUM.
- The entire downtown strip at Heritage Park is fascinating. You go from one store to the next and check out how things used to be. There's even a candy store, an interactive train display, a kids only store and a dairy barn!
As you can see, there is a TONNE of things to see and do at Heritage Park. I've only listed a mere few things and it's a great way to spend a few hours with the family. What's even more amazing about Heritage Park is that ALL of the above and then some can be experienced by purchasing a ticket that costs ONLY around $10. $10?!?!?!? That's less than it costs to see a movie!!! It's one of the cheapest ways, yet one of more fascinating ways to spend a few hours with the ones you love.
