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Bozeman
Bozeman
Areal view of Bozeman Montana
Areal view of Bozeman Montana

Explore Bozeman

To help you make the most of your trip to Bozeman, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite restaurants and bars, shops and family-friendly activities.

Eat & Drink

table of food from Shan

Shan

Shan, run by husband and wife team Jarrett Wrisley and Candice Lin, serves Thai and Chinese dishes, interesting wines, and craft beers, and is the result of 20 years of eating and cooking across Asia.

Blackbird

Blackbird

Blackbird, located in a restored historic bank building, offers upscale classic Italian with an ever-evolving selection of antipasti, vegetables, pasta, meat, and wood-fired pizzas.

Little Star Diner

Little Star Diner

Husband and wife team Charley Graham and Lauren Reich work together as chef and farmer to create a dynamic menu of dishes featuring ingredients from their own farm and other local producers.

The Mint

The Mint

Since 1904, The Mint has been serving steakhouse classics in a cozy and warm atmosphere. Especially loved by locals and visitors after a day on the slopes.

breads from Wild Crumb

Wild Crumb

Fantastic local bakery offering classic pastries as well as sandwiches and coffee. They have a croissant manager…need we say more?

Pizza from Pizza Campania

Pizza Compania

Guests will enjoy specialty classic Neapolitan pizzas made in a hand-built wood fired oven. Finish the meal with a cannoli or tiramisu and a glass of Italian red.

Breweries / Distilleries

Montana Ale Works

Montana Ale Works

Montana Ale Works offers 40 craft beers on tap, a full-service bar, and a farm-to-table menu made with products from more than 50 local farmers and ranchers.

Bridger Brewing

Bridger Brewing

Since 2013, Bridger Brewing has been producing some of the area’s favorite year-round and seasonal craft beers and handmade pizza with a focus on local ingredients in Bozeman’s south side across from Montana State University.

MAP Brewing

MAP Brewing Co.

From their gorgeous setting in the foothills of the Bridger Mountains, MAP Brewing Co. has been brewing up some of the Rocky-Mountain’s best craft beer since 2015. Grab a pint and enjoy the views.

Bozeman Spirits Distilling

Bozeman Spirits Distillery

Known for their famous Huckleberry Vodka, Bozeman Spirits Distillery has been creating world-class spirits from the west end of downtown Bozeman since 2014.

Wildrye Distilling

Wildrye Distilling

The Wildrye Distilling story began in 2013 with Five Drops Bourbon, made with family-grown Montana sweet corn and Montana Barley. They now serve a wide range of Whiskeys, Gins, Vodkas, Rums, and more.

Bunkhouse Brewing

Bunkhouse Brewery

The Air Force moved Andy and Beth Stohlmann to Bozeman in 2010, and their dream of opening a craft brewery came true in 2015. Since then, they’ve been serving up #goodfriendsgoodbeer for the Bozeman and MSU community.

Shopping

Chalet Sports

Chalet Sports

August “Gus” Gnehm came to the US from Switzerland 1939 and is credited with bringing skiing to the Gallatin Valley. He and his wife opened Chalet Sports in 1953 and the shop has been a local favorite ever since.

Meat Eater Store

Meat Eater | The Store

While you may know the MeatEater brand from their popular lineup of podcasts or the Netflix show by the same name, the flagship store in Bozeman offers a wide range of equipment and apparel for outdoor enthusiasts.

hat from Yellowstone Hat Company

Yellowstone Hat Company

Yellowstone Hat Company specializes in custom and unique original hats made locally in Livingston, Montana. Check out their website for hat bar pop up events in and around Bozeman.

Country Bookshelf

Country Bookshelf

Founded in 1957, Country Bookshelf is Montana’s largest independent bookstore. Spanning two floors, this community mainstay offers books, puzzles, gifts, and more.

Heyday

Heyday Bozeman

Pop into Heyday to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list (or yourself). This beautiful lifestyle and gift boutique on Main Street will have just what you’re looking for.

Head West

Head West

Head West, a Montana lifestyle boutique, offers a wide range of brand-name western wear, vintage western clothing, beautiful boots, and a large collection of handmade silver and turquoise jewelry.

Family-Friendly Culture

T. Rex Skull at Museum of the Rockies

Museum of the Rockies

The world’s premiere destination for experiencing the cultural and natural history of the Northern Rocky Mountain region. Its remarkable collection of fossils includes Montana’s T.rex, one of the few mounted Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the United States.

kids enjoying the American Computer & Robotics Museum

American Computer & Robotics Museum

Founded by collector George Keremedjiev in 1990, this museum inspires visitors of all ages to explore the past and imagine the future of the Information Age through thought-provoking exhibits, innovative storytelling, and the bold exchange of ideas.

Gallatin History Museum

Gallatin History Museum

This museum offers a unique glimpse into Bozeman’s past by illustrating the unique histories of a variety of Southwest Montana locals. Permanent exhibits include the infamous Big Horn Gun, a life size Pioneer cabin, as well as exhibits on women, agriculture, music, and the history of the Gallatin County Jail.

Alpacas of Montana

Alpacas of Montana Farm Tours

This family-owned farm creates eco-friendly alpaca textile products including socks, hats, scarves, sweaters, and more. They also offer farm tours where visitors have the opportunity to meet the herd.

Bozeman Hot Springs

Bozeman Hot Springs

Bozeman Hot Springs offers 12 different pools with temperatures ranging from 59 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the perfect way for the whole family to relax after a day of hiking, skiing, or fishing.

Spire Climbing + Fitness

Spire Climbing + Fitness

With two locations in Bozeman and a combined 19,000 square feet of terrain, Spire has been fostering the sport of climbing in the Bozeman community since 2005.