Places to see in Montana vacation sights in Montana Explore things to do in Montana

Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Montana with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Montana sites or check out the sites in another state.

You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Montana that have become local favorites easily with our site.

We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Montana whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.

Gates of the Mountains

Helena, MT

The Gates of the Mountains Wilderness is located in the U.S. state of Montana. Created by an act of Congress in 1964, the wilderness is managed by Helena National Forest.

Montana Nugget Casino

Billings, MT

The Montana Nugget is one of the first original casinos to operated in Montana. They feature a rustic atmosphere with vaulted ceilings, cedar walls, with a vast number of trophy mounts. Enjoy casual, inexpensive full service dining with multiple daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Try your luck in their casino with today’s most up to date gaming machines. Enjoy complimentary beverages while you play.

Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Great Falls, MT

Benton Lake NWR is one of more than 550 national wildlife refuges administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that were established to protect, enhance, and restore the Nation’s wildlife heritage. Despite its name, Benton Lake is actually a 6,000-acre shallow wetland created by the last continental glacier thousands of years ago.

Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium

Missoula, MT

The Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium was founded in 2009 by a group of passionate bug enthusiasts eager to bring a butterfly house to Missoula. The Missoula Insectarium hosted over 100 field trips, packed their classroom for lectures featuring the latest research on a variety of incredible species, and welcomed nearly 15,000 visitors through their doors.

Missoula Art Museum

Missoula, MT

Founded in 1975 and accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1987, MAM is emerging as the leading contemporary art museum in the Intermaountain West. MAM is a spectacular attraction in the heart of Missoula’s historic downtown: a fully accessible, free, public museum that boasts eight exhibition spaces, a library, education center, and an inviting information lounge.

Showdown Montana

Neihart, MT

Showdown is Montana’s oldest ski area. The secret to this place in addition to great skiing and snowboarding, is the friendly folks who work, live and visit Showdown.

The Oasis

Billings, MT

The Oasis is the most extensive outdoor water park in Billings. With two body slides, current channel, interactive play features, and a toddler pool, there is no better place for you and your family to spend the summer. A project of the non-profit Better Billings Foundation in collaboration with Harvest Church, Oasis is Billings’ and the surrounding area’s most exciting outdoor aquatic facility. With more amenities and opportunities for family fun, this exhilarating public facility provides enjoyment for all ages.

The World Museum of Mining

Butte, MT

The World Museum of Mining was founded in 1963 when the close of Butte’s mining heyday was less than two decades away. The World Museum of Mining is one of the few museums in the world located on as actual mine yard- the Orphan Girl Mine. With fifty exhibit buildings, countless artifacts, and sixty-six primary exhibits in the mine yard, visitors can spend a couple of hours to an entire day lost in the unfolding story.

Moss Mansion

Billings, MT

The tour captures turn-of-the-century life as the prominent Moss Family lived it. Guests will see original draperies, furniture, fixtures, Persian carpets and artifacts displayed in the 1903 red sandstone structure designed by New York architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh.

Montana Snowbowl

Missoula, MT

Snowbowl is conveniently located a short 12 miles from Missoula, one of Montana’s two university towns and the cultural hub for the western part of the state. Consistently mentioned in national rankings for its recreation opportunities and high quality of life standards, Missoula offers something for everyone with a wealth of dining, shopping, and night life options.