How to Visit to Helena, Montana
The mere mention of Montana conjures images of the rugged wilderness, spectacular mountain landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. This is a legendary state that is still of wondrous natural beauty. One can be in the city, and the wild outdoors can await you when the work day is done. Helena (a city within Montana) is the ideal vacation spot for those who love the outdoors and for those who cherish relaxation time.
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Start your visit in Helena by hopping on the Last Chance Tour Train that will take you through the winding roads of Helena. This will give you a chance to sit back, relax and check out all that Helena has to offer.
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Spend an afternoon exploring the museums of historic Helena. This includes visiting the Holter Museum of Art, the Montana Historical Society Museum and the Original Governor’s Mansion.
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Visit the State Capitol Building. You can take a guided tour or walk the halls in exploration. The State Capitol Building is home to one of Charlie Russell’s most famous paintings, Lewis and Clark Meeting Indians at Ross Hole.
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Take a mid-afternoon break by visiting the Great Northern Carousel. You can ride the majestic carousel or eat homemade ice cream while watching the carousel go around.
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Challenge yourself by hiking up Mount Helena. Mount Helena features 630 acres of trails that wind their way from the bottom of the mountain to the mountain’s peak.
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Spend a day skating. Skaters of all ages will find that Helena Skate Park offers the perfect way to spend an afternoon topped off by a visit to Centennial Water Slide Park.
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Enjoy the outdoors by spending a day golfing or by hiking at Blackfoot Meadows or the Continental Divide Trail. Helena offers plenty of hiking opportunities in the summer. It also boasts skiing opportunities in the winter.
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Shop in downtown Helena where you’ll find an array of shops. This includes decadent chocolate shops, book shops, hobby shops, and antique shops.
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Top off your days in Montana by eating at one of the many quaint restaurants downtown.
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Tips & Warnings
If you go to Helena's parks and lakes, always follow the rules as posted. Brush fires are a real hazard in the hot summer months, making fires illegal on many hot summer days.
Watch "Legends of the Fall" before your journey. Some of the modern classic film is set in Helena.
Don't go on your trip without some forward planning. There is so much to do that you need to be organized in order to experience it all.
