The short answer
Between dinosaurs at the Museum of the Rockies, gold-rush boardwalks in Virginia City, Lewis and Clark’s Missouri Headwaters and Fort Yellowstone at Mammoth, the Bozeman area has a full itinerary for rainy days — or for groups who like a story with their scenery.
Where to go
Best places for museums & history
- 01
Museum of the Rockies
World-class dinosaur fossils in Bozeman.
Downtown Bozeman guide · 9 mi from BZN airport → - 02
Virginia City & Nevada City
Preserved 1860s gold-rush towns.
Virginia City & Nevada City guide · 67 mi → - 03
Missouri Headwaters
Where Lewis and Clark camped in 1805.
Lewis & Clark Caverns & Missouri Headwaters guide · 47 mi → - 04
By van
Van tips
- Great backup plans when mountain weather turns.
- Virginia City attractions are mostly late May to mid-September.
- Pair Lewis & Clark Caverns with Virginia City for a full day loop.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the Museum of the Rockies worth it?
Yes — it holds one of the world’s most important dinosaur collections, plus a planetarium, and it’s right in Bozeman.
What is there to do on a rainy day near Bozeman?
The Museum of the Rockies, Lewis & Clark Caverns, a hot springs soak, or Main Street’s shops and restaurants.