Helena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Helena featuring landscape views, a sunset and tranquil scenes
Take a walking tour, visit museums or ride a historic trolley to learn about the fascinating heritage and thriving local culture of Montana’s state capital.

Known as the Queen City of the Rockies during the peak of its mining boom, Helena is a picturesque city sprinkled with gorgeous Victorian mansions and ornate civic buildings. The capital of Montana may have its roots in Lewis and Clark’s famous expedition and the 1864 gold strike, but it also features a modern flair. Check out excellent local art galleries, an exciting shopping precinct and culinary delights while exploring this attractive city.

Helena’s downtown area has a selection of beautiful architectural masterpieces. See the Cathedral of St. Helena, a turn-of-the-century Gothic-style church, or the Montana State Capitol building. The city is dotted with preserved historical areas, such as Reeder’s Alley and Last Chance Gulch. Go on a walking tour and spend some time admiring the heritage architecture and period shop fittings in these intriguing streets or see the sights from the old-fashioned train that tours around areas of interest. Get a deeper understanding of Helena’s history and mining wealth at the Montana Historical Society Museum, the Montana Military Museum or Lewis and Clark: the Montana Experience.

Explore Mount Helena City Park and discover a network of exciting wilderness trails, including paths that lead past limestone cliffs, prairie, woodland and pine forests. Hike or bike along these trails and reach the peak of Mount Helena to see expansive views of the city and surrounding area. More magnificent vistas can be found at the Gates of the Mountains, a rugged canyon that is especially breathtaking when admired from the water.

Helena is the crown of Southwest Montana. The city has its own regional airport and Missoula International Airport is just under 2-hours’ drive away. The city can be enjoyed year-round however, care must be taken on the mountain trails during the snowy wintertime. The city has a range of accommodation options, from comfortable motels and modern hotels to camping and trailer sites. Helena is situated halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park, so include the city on your road trip through this scenic region.

Baymont by Wyndham Helena
Baymont by Wyndham Helena
2.5 out of 5
750 N Fee St, Helena, MT
The price is AU$114 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$114
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,041 reviews)
"check in has efficient staff, property quality is good, sleep well, breakfast good, but check out staff no attendant and was busy with some other stuff, i had to wait at counter with other guests."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Baymont by Wyndham Helena
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Helena, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Helena, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
3170 N Sanders St, Helena, MT
Fully refundable
The price is AU$194 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$194
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (487 reviews)
"Bed and Pillows were actually comfortable. Bathroom was clean and the shower had good water pressure."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Helena, an IHG Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
2.5 out of 5
701 Washington St, Helena, MT
The price is AU$136 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$136
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast and comfortable rooms!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Little House - Trails & Town 5 minute walk!
Little House - Trails & Town 5 minute walk!
Helena
Stay at this vacation home in Helena. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Reeder's Alley and Holter Museum of Art are located nearby. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Wonderful
"A cute little cottage! Perfect for us parents as we had a little getaway!"

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2024

Little House - Trails & Town 5 minute walk!
Cozy spacious king bed suite, In the heart of Historic Helena, Montana!
Cozy spacious king bed suite, In the heart of Historic Helena, Montana!
Helena
Stay at this vacation home in Helena. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Had a great time.
"Very nice accommodations, and overall a great location for walking to the Abba concert!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Cozy spacious king bed suite, In the heart of Historic Helena, Montana!
Creekside Getaway and Retreat
Creekside Getaway and Retreat
Helena
Stay at this cabin in Helena. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attraction MacDonald ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Cozy
"This was an awesome place to go to enjoy the hot springs"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2024

Creekside Getaway and Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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