Helena is a fantastic city rich with history, adventure and fun for people of all ages. Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, Montana's Capitol city offers a wide variety of outdoor activities and plenty of arts and entertainment to keep you busy any time of year. Best Western Helena Montana.
Things to do in Helena
Archie Bray Foundation
Ceramic artists from throughout the world come to the "Bray" to work and study. Traditional pottery, ceramics and sculpture on display in the Gallery. Self-guided tours. Call 406-443-3502 for more information.
Gates of the Mountains
Commercial boat tours through the spectacular Missouri River Canyon, route of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Hiking, boating, history, wildlife. Seasonal. Fee. Call 406-458-5241 for more information.
Grandstreet Theater
Live theatre available Thursday - Saturday in an historic brownstone building. Call 406-447-1574 for more information.
Holter Museum of Art
Changing exhibits of contemporary and historical art in attractive downtown museum. Tuesday - Friday, 11:30-5:00; Saturday-Sunday 12:00-5:00. Call 406-442-6400 for more information.
Kleffner Ranch
Visit one of Montana's unique ranch properties-an octagonal stone house and three-story barn with 27,000 feet of floor space. Both were built in the late 1800's just a few miles east of Helena. Historic lectures and tours by appointment. Fee. Call 406-227-6645 for more information.
Last Chance Tour Train
One hour narrated tour of historic Helena begins near the State Capitol. Mid May - September 30. Hourly. Fee. Call 406-442-1023 for more information.
Montana Historical Society
Mackay Gallery of Charles M. Russell art, Haynes Gallery of photography, changing exhibits, library, archives and a museum store are all located at the Historical Society, near the State Capitol. Call 406-444-2694 for more information.
Original Governor's Mansion
Built in 1888, this Victorian mansion was the official residence of the nine governors between 1913 and 1959. Guided tours are available Labor Day - December. Call 406-442-3115 for more information.
Reeder's Alley
This carefully restored area of early day Helena, with shops, restaurant and visitor center is representative of Helena's early mining era in the Pioneer Cabin. This historic cabin houses many original furnishings. Seasonal or by appointment. Call 406-449-2552 for more information.
Sapphires
Dig for sapphires or other lovely gems at either the Spokane Bar Mine (406-227-8989) or Eldorado Bar (406-442-7960). Both are located to the northwest of Helena.
St. Helena Cathedral
This Cathedral is a magnificent addition to its Rocky Mountain setting. Open weekdays, Tours Memorial Day, Labor Day, Monday-Saturday at noon. Call 406-442-5825 for more information.
State Capitol
An imposing structure that reflects the Greek Renaissance style. Interior murals feature themes of Montana's past. Call 406-444-4789 for more information.