Laura & Andy
Things To Do
Visit Helena
Looking for things to do while you're in town? Check out Helena's tourism page.
Helena Events
The online events calendar for Helena, the Helena Valley, and surrounding Lewis & Clark County.
Montana State Capitol
The People's House, built in 1902, expanded in 1912, and the place where we worked at the same time, on opposite sides of the building, for nearly a year and didn't even know it!
ExplorationWorks
The children's science museum as excellent exhibits for kids of all ages. They have wonderful camps throughout year-round.
Gates of the Mountains, Inc.
"I called it the gates of the rocky mountains." - Lewis & Clark They offer incredible river tours
Hike Mount Helena
And other day hikes around Helena!
Spring Meadow Lake State Park
Spring Meadow Lake State Park is located on the western edge of Helena. It is an urban day-use park and is a popular spot for family afternoons of swimming, sunbathing, fishing, birdwatching, and having fun.
Bill Roberts Golf Course
Helena's Municipal Golf Course
Last Chance Train Tours
It’s The Fun Way To See Historic and Beautiful Helena, Montana!
Great Northern Carousel
“The finest new carousel in the nation and possibly the finest built carousel in the world.” For kids of all ages can ride this artful carousel featuring hand-carved animals, and hand-scooped ice cream!
General Mercantile
"The General Mercantile, home of the finest “gold” to be found on Last Chance Gulch! Since 1971 the Merc has been providing a unique counter culture to Helena. The hissing of the vintage espresso machines and aroma of freshly ground espresso fill the cozy niches."
Helena's Breweries
Helena has five breweries for you to choose from!
The Hawthorn Bottle Shop and Tasting Room
THE HAWTHORN BOTTLE SHOP & TASTING ROOM is an inviting, down-to-earth wine experience for Helenans and the many visitors to the downtown area. Expanding on the concept and success stories of Helena’s taprooms, The Hawthorn is a place to fill your wine hooker and have a glass while you wait. It is a place to meet your wine (and beer) drinking friends after work and it is a place to shop for and enjoy wine from around world, small batch beer, and specialty meats and cheeses.
Parrot Confectionery Store
"If you’re looking for a delicious gift for someone special, or perhaps a little nostalgic treat for yourself, or even if you’re just looking to learn a little bit more about the Helena tradition that is The Parrot, you’ve come to the right place."
Big Dipper Ice Cream
Serving up handcrafted ice cream since 1995, Big Dipper Ice Cream has garnered national attention from an appearance on Good Morning America to being chosen as one of America's Best by Food and Wine Magazine, USA Today, Yahoo News and Budget Travel among others. Big Dipper can be found in Missoula, Helena and Billings, Montana as well as rolling around Missoula in our ice cream truck, "Coneboy". If you are visiting Glacier or Yellowstone National Park you will also find our other label Big Dipper Select at all Xanterra lodges and restaurants.
Last Chance Splash Waterpark & Pool
