Experience a few of the nation's treasures and explore all the interesting and fun things to do in Billings. Our newly renovated, full-service hotel is perfectly situated between Yellowstone National Park and Little Bighorn Battle Field. So what can else you do and see in Billings? How about cowboy cookouts, prehistoric cave tours, rodeos, hot springs, snow capped mountains and adventure tours that will take you by jeep, horseback, covered wagon or river rafting through Montana's stunning vistas.
Yellowstone National Park -
This iconic national park is located just 90 miles from Billings. Watch the world's most famous geyser, Old Faithful erupt (as well as dozens of other geysers). Take a dip in the one hot springs set aside for visitors. Hike scenic day and backcountry trails to view elk, bear, bison, beavers and more western wildlife. Fish near the dramatic waterfalls of the park's Grand Canyon. Or for more background on the geysers, wildlife and history of Yellowstone, take one of the ranger led hikes and tours, http://www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm.
Pictogragh Caves -
Explore these prehistoric caves with 2,100-year-old pictograph paintings of animals and warriors. This national monument park includes trails and picnic facilities, as well as the impressive sandstone cliffs and paintings, http://www.pictographcave.org.
Metra Park -
At this large entertainment center you in Billings, you can see and do everything from a home and garden show to a major concerts such as Stone Temple Pilots to rodeos, roller derbys, horse racing, livestock shows and more. Metra Park is also the site for the annual Montana Fair, which typically takes place for two weeks in the middle of August, www.metrapark.com.
Little Bighorn Battle Field -
No trip to the Billings area is complete without putting Little Bighorn on your list of things to do. See where General Custer made his famous last stand. Custer led the 7th Calvalry against the Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapaho warriors, and lost. This national monument is located on the Crow Indian reservation and includes a visitor center, museum, library, national cemetery and battlefield, http://www.npca.org/stateoftheparks/little_bighorn/.
Montana Adventure Tours -
Make the most of your trip to Montana and experience the natural wonders of the area with these adventure tours. On the Saddles and Paddles tour, go horseback riding, river rafting and fishing. Or choose from specific tours of Yellowstone, Lewis & Clark tours or the Beartooth Mountain Highway tour with its wildflowers, snowcapped mountains and picture perfect vistas, www.montanafunadventures.com.
Zoo Montana -
A visit to this 70-acre zoo is one of the most popular things to do in Billings. See animals of the region such as big horn sheep, wolves, bears and bald eagles, as well as tigers, red pandas and more. Zoo Montana also includes a variety of botanical gardens, www.zoomontana.org.
Cowboy Cookouts and Bandits Tour -
Choose from an authentic cowboy cookout or be part of a surprise bandit holdup in these unique Billings tours and activities. Arrive at the cowboy cookout via covered wagon, then enjoy country music, horseshoes, rope demonstrations and a gourmet version of the cowboy cookout on the Pappy's Cowboy Cookout Tour. See where the movies Lonesome Dove and Far and Away were filmed and be part of the picture when your tour bus is held up by cowboy bandits in the Happy Pappy's Holdup tour, www.westernromancecompany.com.
Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo -
A visit to a western rodeo should definitely be on your list of things to do in Billings. The Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo near Billings, takes place throughout the summer. Watch skillful horsemen rope, herd and display fancy horse skills at this quintessential western things to do in Billings.
