What to do and see in Bozeman, Montana (MT): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

November 7, 2021 Misti Hsu

Bozeman is the gem of Big Sky Country, bustling with activities for all seasons. Winter brings powder to the peaks at Bridger Bowl Ski Area and nearby Big Sky Ski Resort, while the spring brings high waters and thrilling rafting on the Gallatin River. Summer is splendid for backpacking the Gallatin Divide, and fall colors bring nearby Yellowstone Park to life as the wildlife come out to mate. The city's cultural scene thrives with annual events like the American Indian Pow Wow and the rodeo.
Restaurants in Bozeman

1. Gallatin Canyon

Bozeman, MT
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5.0 based on 132 reviews

Gallatin Canyon

Reviewed By VacationsRWanderful

The drive between Bozeman and West Yellowstone along The Gallatin River is a great way to see the beautiful scenery and wildlife outside of Yellowstone NP. It’s about a 90 mile drive one way. We saw elk and moose along the way.

2. American Computer & Robotics Museum

2023 Stadium Drive Suite 1-A, Bozeman, MT 59715-0613 +1 406-582-1288 [email protected] http://www.acrmuseum.org
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5.0 based on 277 reviews

American Computer & Robotics Museum

Visit the American Computer & Robotics Museum and find out why distinguished Harvard scientist Edward O. Wilson described us as, “Inch for inch, the best museum in the world.” $7.50 for Adults, $4 for Youth and Seniors. Located in beautiful Bozeman, Montana, the ACRM is the oldest continuously operating museum devoted to the history of the Information Age and Computing. Our exhibits span 4,000 of human innovation, from original cuneiform tablets to the first personal computers, and include topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, the Space Race, Cracking the Enigma Code, and more.

Reviewed By patrickbN3884CK - Minneapolis, United States

If you’re looking for hard to find, one of a kind historical computer artifacts, this is definitely the place to go. An apple I, first generation IBMs, a Turing Machine. They even had an enigma machine. How the heck do they have an enigma machine?!? Working in software, It was so good to witness so many people that have shaped our lives today.

3. Madison River Tubing

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5.0 based on 237 reviews

Madison River Tubing

Our River tubing trips on the Madison River near Bozeman Montana are an incredible way to relax and hang out with friends. You can tube and standup paddle board too! We have rentals near Yellowstone Park at our location in Bozeman, Montana. Come cool off on a hot day! Floating the the warm water of the Madison River under the Montana Big Sky is a fantastic way to relieve stress. We strive to be Family friendly, hassle-free, and get you out there on the river! These tube trips depart daily.

4. The Ellen Theatre

17 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715-4642 +1 406-585-5885 http://theellentheatre.org
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The Ellen Theatre

The Ellen Theatre is dedicated to presenting to the Gallatin Valley the very best in the performing arts, with the goal to entertain, educate and inspire the audience, while celebrating the human experience, providing cultural and social enrichment for all. OPENED IN 1919, when Bozeman boasted a population of nearly 6,000, The Ellen hosted variety shows, silent movies, school plays, town band performances and even an opera featuring a live elephant. Friday night with your favorite sweetheart, the Saturday wild west double feature and the Sunday family concert were staples of life at the historic downtown landmark. Montana TheatreWorks, a local non-profit founded in 1995, reopened Ellen's doors in 2008, with the goal to restore and preserve her history, while providing a future. The Ellen Theatre. The First Best Place for Entertainment!

Reviewed By sisybel - Bozeman, United States

Went to an awesome movie premier of a local movie called Hocked and was a local and first time movie maker with the full cast and filming in Bozeman, Mt. If you get a chance to see it be sure to go, next stop for the movie I believe is Film Festivals

5. The Last Wind-Up

11 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715-6204 +1 406-587-7209 [email protected] http://www.lastwindup.com/
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The Last Wind-Up

The Last Wind-Up has been providing Bozeman with quality timepieces and watch service for over 25 years. A downtown institution, the shop also houses many interesting items not for sale, such as a vintage time-lock safe, a reconstructed Central European tower clock, and antique watchmaking tools that are sure to pique your curiosity. We carry a wide range of new and vintage timepieces, as well as a rotating selection of local art, jewelry, and other handmade items such as belt buckles and knives.

Reviewed By WineglassLocal

Very interesting watch and clock shop with a wide selection of old and new watches, beautiful antique cabinetry housing their timepieces, old gramophones, and men's shaving items from days-gone-by (bristle brushes, razors, soaps). The antique clocks are amazing and the new novelty clocks are a delight. We were referred to them for watch batteries...had 3 changed and bought a novelty clock (crazy cat with yarn pendulum). Cooper and the other clerk were polite, informative and friendly. We will be going back and taking our friends! Loved it!

6. Tour De Foam

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Tour De Foam

Tour de Foam exists to expose visitors and locals alike to the amazing craft beer being brewed right here in southwest Montana. Our tasting tours are a professionally guided trip between breweries, where you'll get a tasting journal full of local craft beer information, beer tasters and brewery swag at each stop, a driver with plenty of local beer knowledge and a great sense of humor, and a valuable experience centered around your safety and enjoyment. We conduct tours throughout Bozeman, Big Sky, Livingston, and the surrounding communities where we enjoy the offerings of 12 local craft breweries and 4 craft distilleries. We offer a wide selection of tasting tours that will fit any time frame and budget. Our professional drivers, brand new vehicles, wealth of knowledge, and focus on customer service will leave you counting down the days until your next Tour de Foam!

7. Bozeman Public Library

626 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715-3768 +1 406-582-2400 http://www.bozemanlibrary.org
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5.0 based on 76 reviews

Bozeman Public Library

Reviewed By joo564 - Port Fairy, Australia

Wow what a beautiful library outside the building is stunning architecturally and surrounded by beautiful flower beds and trees with some fabulous sculptures. Inside a big beautiful library with great resources and a small cafe and impeccably clean bathroom facilities. A library the community can be very proud of indeed.

8. Let's Go Adventure Tours & Transportation

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Let's Go Adventure Tours & Transportation

Let’s Go Adventure Tours and Transportation provides year round fully catered day tours into Yellowstone National Park. We are based in beautiful Bozeman, Montana approximately 90 miles from the north or west entrance to YNP. Keeping the safety of our guests a priority with Covid-19 we will be operating under the “new normal” and still providing this great service. We have the ability to pick you up and drop you off anywhere and can cater to your needs. We have created a safe, fun and educational way for you to enjoy Yellowstone. Keep in mind, Let’s Go Adventure Tours and Transportation offers shuttles to all of Southwest Montana and parts of Wyoming and Idaho. Just let us know if you need to get to the airport, some of the best skiing in America or one of the nearby relaxing Hotsprings. Thanks for considering us and most of all, enjoy this part of the world because it is simply awesome.

9. Gallatin River

Bozeman, MT https://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/river/gallatin-river.html
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4.5 based on 146 reviews

Gallatin River

A good fishing river.

Reviewed By from4corners

The Gallatin offers a little something for everyone. Starts in Yellowstone park and ends at the Headwaters State park outside of 3 Forks MT. Upper river great for Fly fishing. Middle section that goes through the Gallatin canyon is great for whitewater rafting and kayaking. Tours are available through Montana whitewater. Lower river widens and deepens outside of Manhatten MT and you can fish from a boat from here to the headwaters of the Missouri. Excellent trout fishery through out!

10. Crosscut Mountain Sport Center

16621 Bridger Canyon Rd, Bozeman, MT 59715-8288 +1 406-586-9690 [email protected] http://crosscutmt.org
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Crosscut Mountain Sport Center

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center is a year-round recreation, sports training, and educational facility 18 miles north of Bozeman, MT.

Reviewed By timothyt288

Great groomed trails for cross country skiing. Took a lesson and Cambria was terrific. Helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.

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