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Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

Bozeman is what all those formerly hip, now-overrun Colorado mountain towns used to be like. The laid-back, old-school rancher legacy still dominates over the New West pioneers with their mountain bikes, skis and climbing racks. But that's changing rapidly. It is now one of the fastest-growing towns in America.

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  • Museum of the Rockies

    Museum of the Rockies

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    The most entertaining museum in Montana should not be missed. It has stellar displays on the geological history of the Rockies, and dinosaur exhibits…

  • American Computer & Robotics Museum

    American Computer & Robotics Museum

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    If you have even one bit of computer geek in you (and caught the pun), visit this eclectic collection of artifacts covering landmarks in computer…

  • Emerson Cultural Center

    Emerson Cultural Center

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    Known around town as the Emerson, this nonprofit art collective occupying an old school is the place to plug into Bozeman’s culture scene. Retail…

  • Gallatin History Museum

    Gallatin History Museum

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    The former town jail does a good job presenting local history and famous residents (including one Gary Cooper).

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Things to Know

Bozeman is the gateway to Montana's great outdoors. Plan a successful visit with these tips on booking, health, safety and etiquette.

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Day Trips

Bozeman offers an embarrassment of scenic splendor just a short drive from downtown. Here's our pick of the best day trips for a taster of mighty Montana.

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Money and Costs

By Montana standards, Bozeman is an expensive place for a vacation, but budget trips are perfectly possible if you follow these top tips for saving money.

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Free Things to Do

You don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun in Bozeman, Montana. Here are our picks for the best free art, activities, camping, performances and more.

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