I go to Missoula for work every quarter and usually I am in and out for only a day, but with some…read moretime to spare, I thought what could I do to explore? Somehow, I stumbled upon the Missoula Butterfly house and Insectarium and was the highlight of my work trip! I reserved my ticket for the 10 AM slot, and it was not very busy except for a class field trip which I thought would be such a cool experience for the Young'n's. They were very respectful and had small groups in at a time. I was in there for a good hour. The butterfly house alone, I swear, there were hundreds of butterflies! They were flying all over and was so precious. I really enjoyed how they had it set up with beautiful flowers and plants, as well as some plates with fruits that the butterflies enjoyed. They also had baby quails running around, which are the cutest chicks ever. Watch where you step!! It's about 90 degrees in the house to keep the butterflies comfortable with mist going to keep it pleasant. Besides the butterfly house, they have a whole insect exhibit that you can look and learn something (called 'Insectarium'). When I got done with the butterflies, I went into the main part and there was no one there except for volunteers (kids had left) -- btw What a cool place to volunteer at. So I decided to educate myself with some 'creepy crawler' facts. I was able to hold a beetle and walking stick, which was pretty sweet. The volunteers are super nice and very knowledgeable. This is a must do when visiting Missoula. I believe it is all year and relatively cheap to do ($10). They also have events like a bug&brew in the evening. I hear weekends are busy, so middle of the week was perfect. This location is nearby the fairgrounds with a a garden you can walk through nearby. I will be back next time I'm in town!

A great educational experience for kids of all ages (even adults that are kids at heart!). I…read morelearned so much about all the bugs and it was so neat seeing the ants and bees in their nests. The butterfly house was so nice and warm and the butterflies were all different colors. The staff were so friendly and they're very good with kids. I loved watching my niece touching and holding an insect!

The folks living near this 42 acre park are lucky. A oasis in Missoula with lots of trees and a…read morecreek called the Rattlesnake Creek running through it. When I was there it seemed that many locals had walked to the park with their dogs. They are supposed keep their dogs on a lease per local ordinance though three people were letting the dogs run around of the lease. This is a problem especially when the dogs are not well trained and jump up on strangers. I was not to happy about a wet dog jumping on me. There is a small free parking area near Spruce Street with boards put up by the local Audubon Society to educate visitors to what type of birds like the park. Most of the park was donated by The Greenough Family in 1902.

Greenough Park is many things to many people. While it definitely is one of Missoula's oldest…read moreparks, with all the amenities that one would expect to find in a Montana park of this type: hiking trails, picnic areas, and plenty of open & wooded areas to enjoy, there is much more. It's a Central turning-point to a ying-yang gear, A Zen way-station for transitioning to and from. It's a source of inspiration and a place to forget. A location to vanish into the ether, returning only when you choose. A point to recharge. Without a doubt, Greenough Park is one of my most favorite and cherished places on the planet, and is the soul of the Missoula community. Given as a gift to the city of Missoula by Thomas and Tennessee Greenough in 1902 so that the residents of Missoula would always have a place "during the heated days of summer, the beautiful days of autumn and the balmy days of spring find a comfortable, romantic and poetic retreat." (With one catch: attempt to develop it and the ownership would immediately revert to the Greenough heirs) the park's one-hundred plus history has seen its share of change and alteration, but for the most part has remained untouched by the areas encroaching development. And while Missoula doesn't have near the stress & tension found in a megapolis, it's still great asset to have that give you an opportunity to have a picnic in the woods, meditate or read a book by the creek, or get "lost" for an hour or an afternoon on one of the many trails. The park and space mean different things to different people. So much so, that if you were to ask ten different people what Greenough means to them, you would probably get ten very unique answers. So, the best thing one could do is to visit. Sit by the flowing waters of the Rattlesnake, or explore the many trails and come away with your own perspective. It's definitely time well-spent

I got banned for 30 days for no reason when I was only supposed to be banned for 1 I don't even…read morethink I want to come back all I did was trip and they said my friend pushed me and that we were climbing things this is stupid I sincerely hope southgate mall can learn from this sincerely Aiden Martinez

Other than the mall in Billings, Montana this is one of the nicest malls that you could go to. It's…read morealways kept so clean and it's really a great place if you want to go for a walk or grab a cup of coffee and just sit and talk with friends they seem to have an amazing amount of stores not that many that are empty and it's just really a nice place to go. I'm so happy to see that they're keeping it up and that they're really promotinghaving a mall in this wonderful community

Lots and lots of things to like with this brewery located in Missoula! First of all kudos to the…read morestaff. There was a lady that was the beertender and I was in a particular vulnerable place with the recent passing of my dad. She wanted to know what I was up to and I said what the primary purpose of my traveling was. She was very sweet and compassionate about the situation and that was very, very much appreciated. Very refreshing to encounter someone so kind. In addition to that this brewery generates some pretty awesome swag. I purchased two shirts while I was here and I will love to go out to other breweries and represent this one and if anh conversations start about over the shirt I will give high praise. There is also an arcade of sorts here at this brewery which definitely added a unique spin to this brewery as I didn't see quite the set up anywhere else. And finally, getting down to the nitty gritty... the beer! Steve and I had the Unholy Night, 2023 version and we simply loved it! It is a barley wine and a very good one at that. This beer was aged in rye whisky barrels and it was nice, strong and boozy! I usually really like barley wine beers and this one was no exception. In fact it may have been one of the better ones I have had in recent times. I definitely recommend this brewery if you are ever in Missoula!

Oh my god!! This place rocks! Their hazy beers are amazing!!!! We are from Asheville NC and these…read morebeers would be a hit there!!!

Spending the day with a resident expert in her field was so extra special i can't even say enough!…read moreWenFei answered our myriad of questions perfectly and made our trip out to Bison National Park memorable! In addition to knowing all things (and i do mean all) about the local birds, including their sounds and habitats, she could also share information perfectly about the bison, the antelopes (that we saw that day) and the native grizzlies. The local donuts were amazing as well as our lunch out with some local Montana fare. All in all a superb day, chock full of information that will have your feeling like an expert too! Don't miss this opportunity!

Wenfei organized a full day trip for us to the Flathead Wilderness Area. We went driving on bumpy…read moremountain roads, hiking up the side of a mountain alongside a picturesque babbling brook and picnicked next to a sparkling lake with a view of the mountains. Our focus was photography, and our route did not disappoint on that score. We also stopped for fresh baked goods and coffee on our way out of Missoula which made the ride that much more pleasant. We are generally outdoor people but we chose to use a tour company because we were traveling with a baby and didn't know how to find routes that would be child friendly and not overly demanding. We would definitely recommend Wenfei's guiding services and have referred several friends to her Big Sky Safaris for Montana travel. In particular her being a biologist makes an outstanding enhancement to hiking - we are not very knowledgeable about birds and animal droppings, and Wenfei pointed out all sorts of interesting things for us as well as small details worth photographing that we wouldn't have noticed on our own. Wenfei made us very comfortable, gave us excellent gear advice, and spared us many hours of poring over maps to identify good areas to visit. She also was really knowledgeable about the local plants and birds during our early autumn MT trip. This was a great splurge during our MT trip and one we'd do again in a heart beat.

Exploring Beautiful and historical Fort Missoula. The history was pretty sad but the sunsets were…read moreabsolutely amazing.

Uninspiring at the very best. A mishmash of historical items including Fort Missoula references but…read morealso a whole bunch of other historical artifacts that are unrelated. Not much to see here unless you took the time to go outside leisurely. Seemed like more of the same. Perhaps if somebody took the time to link it all together with some kind of narrative it would be more impressive.

The Clark Fork farmers market is one of my favorite things to do in Missoula. It's open on Saturday…read moremornings until early afternoon during the warmer months, and it's always packed with amazing local vendors and so much good food. You'll find live music, food trucks, coffee stands, pastries, meat, salmon, fresh veggies and fruit, beautiful flowers, and even fresh milk. It's the kind of place where you can come hungry and easily spend a couple of hours wandering around. It can be a little overwhelming because a lot of the vendors carry similar items, but I usually rotate through to help support as many as I can. Vendors typically prefer cash, although some do take cards, so it's smart to bring a little of both. Also bring a bag or two because it's very easy to walk away with more than you planned. The vibe is super friendly and local in the best way, and it always feels like a snapshot of what makes Missoula so special. If you're in town on a Saturday, it's definitely worth checking out.

My family and I have been coming to this farmers market for years now. It's an outdoor market so…read moreit's only open in the warmer months on each Saturday. There are various vendors here and you can find so much! They sell fresh, locally grown fruit, vegetables, and flowers. You can also find items such as honey, fresh baked pastries and bread, beauty products, clothing, and much more. Food trucks are also scattered throughout so there are plenty of options. I find that most of the prices are very reasonable, even though I never mind paying more to help support a fellow Montanan. I almost always run into someone I know, and even though the market itself is rather big, it still has a small town feel to it. Make sure to bring a bag or two with you for all the goodies you buy. Parking is free on the weekends so you don't need to rush through.

Owner Scott Billadeau is a sad excuse for a business man and isnt paying his employees. The…read morerestaurant is closed at this point in time because he ran it into the ground. The food doesn't exist anymore and the atmosphere is empty. Because it's closed. Because Scott can't run a business.

Tucked in the alley behind Pangea, Stave has a cool atmosphere. Unfortunately, the first thing you…read morenotice is that it is LOUD. For some reason they have the music blaring and it makes conversation very challenging. My phone clocked it at 90 db! Luckily the volume for the dueling pianos was reasonable. Dueling pianos, great idea! And the guys play well. I wish there was more banter and audience interaction/participation. Seems like that's supposed to be the point of the thing. Food wise the poutine was fine with nice gravy and the flourless chocolate cake (very small portion) was delicious

This carousel is a must for both adults and kids of all ages! We have been coming here since 2006…read moreand my daughter insists to come here every year on her birthday. The horses on the carousel are all hand carved and each is different than the next. The carousel is situated adjacent to Caras Park, right along the Clark Fork River. During the warmer months, the walls open up and you can see in from outside. This is one of the faster carousels in the United States and is definitely at the top of my list for the fastest carousels I, myself have been on. As you walk in, there is a gift shop directly to your right where you can purchase fun souvenirs, toys, and other items. There is also a separate little area that accommodates birthday parties. Just next door is Dragon Hollow Park. Kids can have fun on the carousel and then go outside and play on the newly renovated playground. It's a win-win for both parents and children!

Cute little restored carousel in downtown Missoula, well worth the very reasonable price, even have…read morethe grab the ring feature, easy when it's slow but a little Harder as the carousel picks up speed !

We took the Anaconda cruise and it was beyond amazing. The entire crew and the guides were just so…read morewonderful. Eric and Kevin ( the two guides) went far beyond their duties as guides. We had people in our group with food allergies and the kitchen staff did an absolute wonderful job keeping that in mind. Each and every item was delicious. The staff kept the entire ship sparking. They received us with hand towels after every excursion. I highly recommend Adventure Life esp. Jess and Petchie.

I had an extremely disappointing and distressing experience with this travel agency. Sensitive…read morepersonal information belonging to me and my family was shared without my consent. I'm sharing this so others understand the serious lack of care taken with clients' private information. I hope the agency reviews its data-handling and confidentiality policies to ensure this never happens to another family.