Top Things to do in Montana
Top Hotels in Montana
- 1. Kelly Inn-West Yellowstone
- 2. Best Western Plus Grant Creek Inn
- 3. Hampton Inn & Suites Whitefish
- 4. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson
- 5. The LARK Bozeman
- 6. Lodge at Whitefish Lake
- 7. Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge
- 8. Explorer Cabins At Yellowstone
- 9. Gray Wolf Inn and Suites
- 10. Best Western Desert Inn
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The 10 Best Historic Sites in Montana, United States
No matter where you look in Montana, you’ll find unspoiled nature, charming small towns and relaxing hospitality. Explore Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, then hit the road to discover more natural wonders. You can hike, bike or horseback ride through rugged mountain landscapes, fly-fish blue ribbon trout streams, paddle scenic rivers and lakes, or spend winter days carving fresh powder at ski resorts — then end your day wandering a vibrant main street or relaxing in a cozy lodge.
Restaurants in Montana
1. Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
The Archives collects the history of Butte and Silver Bow County. Whether you're interested in Butte history, researching your family roots, or to view our rotating exhibits, there's something for the historian in everyone.
Reviewed By Eammorgan - Brooklyn, United States
Butte is proud of its diverse and rich history and this place is extremely well funded and well run. Attractive building, too and really well laid out. I visited briefly a couple of times and barely began to scratch the surface. If you have any interest in the local history or any family roots in Butte, by all means check it out and you'll be impressed. I wish I had taken a tour. Next time.
2. Old U.S. Highway 91 Historic District
3. Travelers' Rest State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Travelers' Rest State Park marks the crossroads of natural and cultural history. The 65-acre site includes the only archaeologically verified campsite of the Lewis & Clark Expedition, a traditional meeting place of Native American tribes including the Bitterroot Salish, and riparian habitat that is home to hundreds of species of birds and mammals.
Reviewed By V4200ORlindab - Gilbert, United States
The walking trails take you along the creek and back to where Lewis & Clark made camp twice during their quest to seek a route to the Pacific for trading. They have weekly ranger talks and cater to children on the weekends, giving them interactive projects to make while there. Highly recommend not only for the history behind the Park but for the scenery while walking the dusty trails. There is a visitor's center staffed with a State Forest Ranger who holds a wealth of knowledge of the area. There is a picnic area near the creek with tables. Bears frequent this area as well as deer and horn rimed owls. There is a fee for out of state residents, free to those living in MT
4. Fishtail General Store
5. Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,816 reviews
The soldiers who died in Custer's Last Stand, now known as the Battle of Little Bighorn, are memorialized at this monument, featuring a statue of the legendary Custer, whose men were outnumbered and slaughtered in a battle against the Plains Indians.
Reviewed By JohnD209 - Leavenworth, United States
We flew to Billings and then drove to Regina to visit an uncle. On the way back we took a detour to the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument (formerly known as the Custer Battlefield National Monument) and were wowed by the landscape, the fantastic visitor centre, and the monument to the native Americans that is part of the National Monument. Having studied southeastern native American history in Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina and Tennessee, we were introduced to a whole new set of forces moving Indians onto increasingly circumscribed reservations in the western plains, of gold rushes into the Dakota Black Hills (that seemed reminiscent of the gold rushes into Dahlonega, Georgia decades earlier), and of the US Army cavalry and plains peoples experience in the post-civil war era of American history. Plan to stop at the visitor centre and watch the excellent film and look at the museum and then either hike the several trails or drive along a five-mile road between the several displays and stands. There are outdoor displays where one can telephone in and listen to explanations of what happened where. Look down at the river and imagine where the plains people were camped and think of what Custer was trying to do (historians have argued several ideas of his plans, strategy and ambitions) and marvel at the landscape. Take time at all the memorials and reflect on where we as an American people are today and our collective heritage. This is a moving monument and we are glad we visited. Worth repeated visits as other viewers have noted. In August 1983 a large prairie fire burned through the battlefield lands and uncovered artifacts from the battle time that led to four archeological explorations of the battlefield between 1983 and 1994 and caused researchers and historians to re-evaluate ideas of the battle. If you haven't visited in the last 35 years, you may be surprised at the newer theories, based on on-the-ground evidence and not just on eye-witness or immediate post-battle visitor views that had specific stories to tell. For further details of the battlefield check out the National Park Service's website, which is excellent and has links to various tribal websites, and another website entitled Little Bighorn, Crow Agency, MT. This visit has led my wife and me to do further studies of the battle and this part of American history and the settlement of the west. Isn't that what good visits are supposed to do? Visited 12 October 2018.
6. Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
A natural hot springs built along Highway 2 of the Montana Hi Line. The only Hot Springs along Montana's norther tier, Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs has attracted bathers from North Dakota, Saskatchewan and all of Montana since the 1920's. The source of Sleeping Buffalo's hot water is a 3,200 ft. Deep well that produces more than 700 gallons per minute of 108 degree water. Historic region that offers hot springs along with other recreational activities such as swimming, boating, camping and picnicking.
Reviewed By trioptick
Family fun with a fantastic staff! Relaxing Hot Springs Resort Getaway. Hot, warm and cold pools with a huge sauna! Excellent value with comfortable suites and cabins! Reserve early! Fully outfitted communal kitchen and a well stocked store with treats and toys! Great time for the whole family!
7. Conrad Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 394 reviews
The Conrad Mansion Museum is located in Kalispell's east side residential area atop a bluff overlooking the valley and the Swan mountain range. The home sits on three landscaped acres,surrounded by a dry stone fence with iron gates. Six large annual flower beds and extensive ever-blooming perennial beds provide constant color during the summer season, with pruned hedges, evergreens, and spacious lawns serving as a lush background. MISSION To preserve and exhibit the 1895 Charles Conrad Family Estate through public tours, educational programs, and community events.
Reviewed By F9761MSpatb
Oh my gosh, this is the best historic home. Our tour guide Ginny did the best job of educating us on the history of the home and the interesting lives of the Conrad family. This is a must do!
8. Earthquake Lake
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4.5 based on 450 reviews
Site of the largest earthquake in Montana's history.
Reviewed By lvmt4sure - North Branch, United States
A sad story of how this lake got it's beginning. Google it if you want to read the true story' It is a beautiful lake with a very interesting visitor center. Great views from this well kept and clean Center. I highly recommend a stop here if in the Yellowstone area.
9. Grant-Kohrs Ranch - National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Wide open spaces, the hard-working cowboy, his spirited cow pony, and vast herds of cattle are among the strongest symbols of the American West. Once the headquarters of a 10 million acre cattle empire, Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site preserves these symbols and commemorates the role of cattlemen in American history.
Reviewed By USAtraveler0017 - Texas, United States
Conrad Kohrs (grandson of the founding Kohrs) sold this ranch and everything in and associated with it, from furniture, horse carriages, tack room, chuck wagon, etc, etc... to all of the original business records dating from the 1860’s to the National Parks Service (NPS) in 1972. NPS added a guided tour of the main house, info for self-guided tours of the blacksmith, bunkhouse, tack room, and cowboy kitchen. Also, NPS added a timeline from the 1860’s through to 1993 (Conrad’s death) that covers history of ranching locally, regionally, and nationally. As a result, the G-K Ranch is an interesting and thorough slice of history of Montana and the Western US. Go out of your way to visit. It’s free, too!
10. World Museum of Mining
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
Explore more than 50 structures, ranging from the 100 ft high headframe to the many buildings of Hell Roarin' Gulch, a turn of the century mining town. Displays and exhibits focus on mining and the related culture that made Butte, MT. The World Museum of Mining offers two mine tours. One takes you into the depths of the Orphan Girl mine and provides the history of mining, gives visitors the opportunity to see the Orphan Girl vein and is approximately 1.5 hours long. Get fitted with a miner's hard hat and lamp to experience life underground! The other tour is a Mine Yard tour. The guide walks you through the Mine Yard showing guests where miners started and ended their day. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made on our website. The Museum is open seven days a week until the end of October with limited hours in November. Weather conditions may affect our ability to offer all services.
Reviewed By THINGS2LIVE4 - Rocky River, United States
You actually get to tour a mine that closed in the 1950s. This was an awesome unique industrial experience. Much of America was built by and wars were won by what was mined here. On top of the mine they built an old west town that kids would love.
