Gene’s guidebook to Helena Sites
Sightseeing
Below are a few local attractions as well as a few attractions that are close to Helena.
St. Helena Katedrali
530 N Ewing StBeautiful architecture and historical building.
Mount Helena has many trails for hiking with great views at the top. Trails are well groomed and accessible by most all. They are in the process of creating more handicapped trails as well.
30 yerel halk öneriyor
Mount Helena City Park
Mount Helena has many trails for hiking with great views at the top. Trails are well groomed and accessible by most all. They are in the process of creating more handicapped trails as well.
Located at 2668 Broadwater Avenue. The wildlife center has many scheduled programs throughout the summer. Visit: https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPubCal/schedulerPublic/publiceventcalendar_input.action to check out availability. They also have a few birds and bears on site for viewing.
Montana Wild - FWP
2668 Broadwater AveLocated at 2668 Broadwater Avenue. The wildlife center has many scheduled programs throughout the summer. Visit: https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPubCal/schedulerPublic/publiceventcalendar_input.action to check out availability. They also have a few birds and bears on site for viewing.
Montana Historical Society
225 N Roberts StLocated at the Edge of town this park has a great walking path as well as swimming. A nice place to relax.
23 yerel halk öneriyor
Bahar Çayırları Gölü Eyalet Parkı
2715 Country Club AveLocated at the Edge of town this park has a great walking path as well as swimming. A nice place to relax.
Visitors can stroll through the HIstoric buildings and architecture dating back to the 1800's. Interpretive signs and information enhance a stroll through the area, and the moment you step on the brick walkway, it feels like stepping into the past. The adjacent Pioneer Cabin is the oldest registered domicile in the city and available for public tours.
Address: 212 South Park Avenue, Helena, Montana
18 yerel halk öneriyor
Reeder's Alley
101 S Park AveVisitors can stroll through the HIstoric buildings and architecture dating back to the 1800's. Interpretive signs and information enhance a stroll through the area, and the moment you step on the brick walkway, it feels like stepping into the past. The adjacent Pioneer Cabin is the oldest registered domicile in the city and available for public tours.
Address: 212 South Park Avenue, Helena, Montana
Historic route of Lewis and Clark.
Twenty miles north of Helena and managed by the Helena National Forest, Gates of the Mountain is steeped in history and natural beauty. Coined by Meriwether Lewis during the Corps of Discovery expedition, the Missouri River meets limestone cliffs at this stunning wilderness area and a sense of grandeur is immediately imposed on anyone who visits.
Miles of hiking trails wind throughout the area, and the surrounding national forest with picnic areas encourages visitors to enjoy lunch with a view. A popular means of experiencing Gates of the Mountain, boat tours are available throughout the summer and include a guided narration about the history and dramatic geology of the area.
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Gates of the Mountains
3131 Gates of the Mountains RdHistoric route of Lewis and Clark.
Twenty miles north of Helena and managed by the Helena National Forest, Gates of the Mountain is steeped in history and natural beauty. Coined by Meriwether Lewis during the Corps of Discovery expedition, the Missouri River meets limestone cliffs at this stunning wilderness area and a sense of grandeur is immediately imposed on anyone who visits.
Miles of hiking trails wind throughout the area, and the surrounding national forest with picnic areas encourages visitors to enjoy lunch with a view. A popular means of experiencing Gates of the Mountain, boat tours are available throughout the summer and include a guided narration about the history and dramatic geology of the area.
With rotating exhibits covering all areas of science and technology, ExplorationWorks is a science museum dedicated to having a fun time. Featuring summer camps, community groups, and a wide array of hands-on exhibits, ExplorationWorks also has a dedicated discovery area for children five and under.
Educational workshops, family-friendly events, and summer camps add the real community appeal to this educational space, as do the free Explore Kits available for teachers through the museum. The outdoor plaza at the entrance of ExplorationWorks is also appealing, including next door access to the Great Northern Carousel, a favorite for birthday parties and children's events.
Address: 995 Carousel Way, Helena, Montana
Official site: https://www.explorationworks.org/
20 yerel halk öneriyor
ExplorationWorks
995 Carousel WayWith rotating exhibits covering all areas of science and technology, ExplorationWorks is a science museum dedicated to having a fun time. Featuring summer camps, community groups, and a wide array of hands-on exhibits, ExplorationWorks also has a dedicated discovery area for children five and under.
Educational workshops, family-friendly events, and summer camps add the real community appeal to this educational space, as do the free Explore Kits available for teachers through the museum. The outdoor plaza at the entrance of ExplorationWorks is also appealing, including next door access to the Great Northern Carousel, a favorite for birthday parties and children's events.
Address: 995 Carousel Way, Helena, Montana
Official site: https://www.explorationworks.org/
Fun for children and adults alike. On site ice cream parlor.
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Büyük Kuzey Carousel
989 Carousel WayFun for children and adults alike. On site ice cream parlor.
Montana's first state park, the subterranean world of Lewis & Clark Caverns can be accessed from Helena in just over an hour's drive.
Address: 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, Montana
31 yerel halk öneriyor
Lewis and Clark caverns
Montana's first state park, the subterranean world of Lewis & Clark Caverns can be accessed from Helena in just over an hour's drive.
Address: 25 Lewis & Clark Caverns Road, Whitehall, Montana