Great Falls Travel Guide

A great place for outdoor adventure and an authentic Montana experience, Great Falls is located along the Missouri River. The prime location makes the city the ideal home for a thriving arts scene, and a rich history that fascinates historians from all around the globe.

Things to Do in Great Falls

With a diverse and interesting history, modern day Great Falls is home to the C.M Russell Museum where visitors can witness the vanishing of the Wild West from the perspective of Charlie Russell, The History Museum, and the Malmstrom Air Force Base where authentic air force planes are on display. Visitors can also feed swans and ducks at Gibson Park, go bike riding along River's Edge Trail, admire the natural springs found in Giant Springs State Park, and fishing or kayaking in the crystal clear waters of Dearborn River. For a game of golf with views of colorful gardens, visitors can spend the afternoon at Valley View Garden Golf, while those wanting to go horseback riding can book a horseback tour with Montana River Outfitters. If you have a passion for shopping, a day spent browsing the shops at Holiday Village Mall is a day well spent, as the Mall boasts two levels that are packed full of popular stores.

Best Places to Stay in Great Falls

Great Falls, MT is the perfect place for booking a vacation home to connect with family and friends. Not only are the rentals luxurious, but they also offer modern amenities and plenty of space for relaxing. Many of the rentals come with Wi-Fi, cable TV, and full kitchens.

Best Time to Visit Great Falls

The best time to visit Great Falls is during the fall. Great Falls sees most of its rain in May or June, so steer clear of those months if you're hoping to spend your vacation camping.

Best Events in Great Falls

The annual Pet and Doll Parade attracts children and their families to the streets of Great Falls each year, offering a variety of contests for parade floats. The contests are in 8 divisions including pet, doll, circus, and sports. A few other Great Falls events include the Kids Fishing Day, Downpour Festival, Summer Kickoff, Ice Breaker Road Race, and Spring Fling Hoop Thing.

Things to Do for Families in Great Falls

For a day of whimsical, interactive activity, visitors and their families can take the time to explore the Children's Museum of Montana, which features puppet shows, science experiments, and opportunities for using imagination and creativity, as well as hands-on activities. Families are guaranteed to find a new favorite pastime as they learn how to roller blade at Wheels of Thunder, and take skating lessons at Great Falls Ice Plex.