South Central Montana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Travel Montana / Donnie Sexton
Photo provided by Travel Montana / Donnie Sexton
Photo provided by Charlie Eubank
Photo provided by Charlie Eubank
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Gardiner

Where to stay in South Central Montana

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Downtown Bozeman

Downtown Bozeman is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Andesite Mountain and Rialto.

Downtown Bozeman
Big Sky featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and snow

Big Sky Meadow Village

While visiting Big Sky Meadow Village, you might make a stop by sights like Big Sky Golf Course and Historic Crail Ranch.

Big Sky Meadow Village
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Rimrock Mall and Lucky Lil's Casino.

West End
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Billings Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Billings Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Heights Buffalo Palace Casino and Big Game Casino.

Billings Heights
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Central - Terry

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Central - Terry and surrounding area, you can visit Moss Mansion Museum and Jackpot Nevada Casino.

Central - Terry
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Skywood Preserve

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Skywood Preserve and surrounding area, you can visit Big Sky Chapel and Big Sky Community Park.

Skywood Preserve
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman

3 out of 5
1321 N 7th Ave, Bozeman, MT
The price is AU$222 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$222
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bozeman. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff tried to be helpful. Clean, quiet."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman
The Roosevelt Hotel - Yellowstone

The Roosevelt Hotel - Yellowstone

2.5 out of 5
1014 Scott St. West, Gardiner, MT
The price is AU$417 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$417
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gardiner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel. Nice showers, fridge/freezer, breakfast area… the bed was very comfortable! We had a king size room. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

The Roosevelt Hotel - Yellowstone
The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection

The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
905 Scott Street W, Gardiner, MT
The price is AU$440 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$440
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gardiner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,182 reviews)
"We loved our stay at the Ridgeline! Our room had an amazing view of the river. Staff was helpful and friendly. It was a lot of fun gathering around the shared fire pit. Location is very convenient to a nice variety of restaurants and shops."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection
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Silver Gate Lodging

Silver Gate Lodging

3 out of 5
109 US Hwy 212 W, Silver Gate, MT
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Silver Gate. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Yellowstone Northeast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (202 reviews)
"Great lil spot. No service so just have what you need downloaded ahead of time. Serene cabin with surprisingly nice bathro"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Silver Gate Lodging
Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel

2 out of 5
20 Maiden Basin Dr., Gardiner, MT
Stay at this campground in Gardiner. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (357 reviews)
"Staying at the dreamcatcher tipi resort was the unanimous best night of our family trip which included Mount Rushmore, Badlands NP, and Yellowstone NP. Kylie the Hostess/on site manager did an amazing job at making everyone feel at home and creating a relaxing and fun experience. We were treated ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
Yellowstone River Lodge

Yellowstone River Lodge

3 out of 5
1936 A Highway 10, Columbus, MT
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area, and bathrobes.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews)
"It was a wonderful privacy place to stay and it was a beautiful view to the Yellowstone River!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Yellowstone River Lodge
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Popular places to visit

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Yellowstone National Park North Entrance, a well-known green space in Gardiner. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
Bridger Bowl Ski Area

Bridger Bowl Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Bozeman with a visit to Bridger Bowl Ski Area. Discover the area's mountain views and cosy cafes.

Bridger Bowl Ski Area
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument

Learn about the local history of Garryowen when you spend time at Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
Red Lodge Mountain

Red Lodge Mountain

Hit the slopes in Red Lodge with a visit to Red Lodge Mountain. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Red Lodge Mountain
Bridger Canyon

Bridger Canyon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bridger Canyon during your travels in Bozeman. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its ski slopes.

Bridger Canyon
Custer Battlefield Museum

Custer Battlefield Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Custer Battlefield Museum during your trip to Garryowen. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Custer Battlefield Museum

Cities near South Central Montana

Bozeman which includes a small town or village

Bozeman

Cooke City

Cooke City

Big Sky featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and snow

Big Sky

Yellowstone National Park showing a river or creek and forest scenes

Yellowstone National Park