Location: Butte
Top Things to do in Butte
What to do and see in Butte, Montana (MT): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Butte's gold rush past is evident in its vintage signs, historic buildings and numerous trolleys and tours devoted to the memory of mining days. Its historic landmark district boasts some of the country's best collections of Victorian architecture as well as preserved gems from the early 20th century. Beyond its history, though, Butte has a wealth of activities and attractions to offer, from outdoor adventures in the surrounding wilds to arts and culture in the city's museums and galleries.
Restaurants in Butte
1. Montana ATV Adventures
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
We take you through the mountains of Montana, on an ATV to places you would never imagine going, and seeing views, scenery, and things from days of old. This has been the highlight of many a vacationer. Please check out our Facebook page, Montana ATV Adventures. See ya here. Rich and Tammy
2. Escapology Butte
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5.0 based on 80 reviews
Escapology Butte offers escape games in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints, and strategy to complete the objectives at hand. Players are given a set time limit to unveil the secret plot which is hidden within the rooms. Escape rooms are great activities for families, friends, students, and even businesses because they rely on team building exercises.
Reviewed By cobblepot1224 - Butte, United States
Great fun ,excellent staff. Good way to work your brain and find teamwork. I’m going to attempt all rooms!
3. MBMG Mineral Museum
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By woodwarda - Berea, United States
We can't say enough about what a perfect stop this was on our way through Butte this summer. My son is into mining and gemstones, so I took him here after the World Mining Museum's single small room of gemstone displays left us a little underwhelmed. This museum's displays are so much better, and it was even free! I was completely mesmerized by the gorgeous variety of rocks and minerals, and the person working in the small gift shop was very kind and informative. Even my daughter, who at first wasn't excited about checking it out, was engrossed in the displays and enjoyed the visit. It's a small and modest museum, but what they do they do impressively well, and especially given that it's free, it's definitely worth checking out.
4. World Museum of Mining
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4.5 based on 396 reviews
Explore more than 50 structures, ranging from the 100 ft high headframe to the many buildings of Hell Roarin' Gulch, a turn of the century mining town. Displays and exhibits focus on mining and the related culture that made Butte, MT. The World Museum of Mining offers two mine tours. One takes you into the depths of the Orphan Girl mine and provides the history of mining, gives visitors the opportunity to see the Orphan Girl vein and is approximately 1.5 hours long. Get fitted with a miner's hard hat and lamp to experience life underground! The other tour is a Mine Yard tour. The guide walks you through the Mine Yard showing guests where miners started and ended their day. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made on our website. The Museum is open seven days a week until the end of October with limited hours in November. Weather conditions may affect our ability to offer all services.
Reviewed By THINGS2LIVE4 - Rocky River, United States
You actually get to tour a mine that closed in the 1950s. This was an awesome unique industrial experience. Much of America was built by and wars were won by what was mined here. On top of the mine they built an old west town that kids would love.
5. Our Lady of the Rockies
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4.5 based on 121 reviews
"Our Lady of the Rockies", a 90-foot statue sitting atop the Continental Divide is the result of a dream and six years of hard work.With the help of generous donations and a wealth of love and faith, countless volunteers completed a seemingly impossible task. On December 29, 1985 "Our Lady" was placed on the East Ridge to overlook Butte, Montana. The base sits at an elevation of 8510 feet above sea level and 3500 feet above the mile high city of Butte. The statue, lighted and visible at night, is a spectacular sight to behold.
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
We had a hard time to find the "Our Lady of the Rockies." Eventually we found it. There is a monument of Our Lady of the Rockies. It is elevated 8000 feet and at the same time it is exactly at the continental divide overlook. This is a must see!
6. Butte Trolley Tour
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
The Trolley tours operate during the warm season from the end of May through September. These tours offer riders a great overview of Butte history and the various attractions to go back and visit. Trolley tours usually last 1.5 hours but can go a bit longer, depending on questions from riders. The only place riders get off the Trolley is at the Berkeley Pit View Stand. Special pricing for Senior Citizens 65+, military, and children.
7. Granite Mountain Memorial Overlook
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By briandf - Port Orchard, United States
We drove all the way up to the top and came upon this site. Very beautiful views and there is also a great trail system that goes up and around the different mining shafts. History abounds.
8. Copper King Mansion
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4.5 based on 151 reviews
Victorian Mansion available May 1st to Sept 30th for guided tours. Tour times - 10am, noon 2pm, and 3:30pm. BED & BREAKFAST available year round.
Reviewed By 631dustyb - Bozeman, United States
Our tour guide was amazing and very passionate about the tour You will learn some very interesting aspects of the copper mining era and more
9. Butte Brewing Company
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By 179margaretk - East Helena, United States
Our first time and it was great. Variety of beers and they also sell made to order pizza. We only had a beverage but the atmosphere was good and we will go back to try the food.
10. Muddy Creek Brewery
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
You are all welcome here! Great Beer & Good Times is what we do. Come be a part of it. Muddy Creek Brewery is a family-friendly micro brewery located in Uptown Butte Montana at 2 E. Galena Street. Each week you'll find live music in a quiet enough space to visit with your friends and family. We invite you to come and hang out and go with the flow at Muddy Creek Brewery.
Reviewed By 109ChrisM109 - Grand Ronde, United States
Like a number of spots I scouted out in Butte, Muddy Creek was not easy to find. But when found, I liked. I seem to recall some sort of blueberry beer that was tasty, but really Muddy Creek was just another chance to notch my brewery bedpost. An added bonus would be the old building and ghost town feel of the neighborhood. Does Butte ever come alive? I don’t know.
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