Virginia City

Virginia City, Montana, United States

Step back in time and experience the authentic Wild West charm of Virginia City, Montana. This living ghost town preserves its Gold Rush history through well-preserved buildings and engaging reenactments. Check out these 5 unforgettable things to do in the area! Stroll along wooden boardwalks, visit historic saloons, and immerse yourself in a bygone era. We can't wait for you to visit Virginia City, Montana!

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Virginia City, Montana, United States

The best way to learn about Virginia City’s rich gold rush history is on a tour from the Historic Tour Company, aboard their vintage 1941 fire truck. The area’s history is full of prospectors and bandits, vigilantes and lawmen, and shady characters of all sorts. It’s a history that puts the ‘wild’ in wild west.

Sheridan, MT

For a fun experience, ride the train from Virginia City to Nevada City. The fifteen minute trip on the miniature train gives visitors a unique perspective on the area’s landscape. The trip includes a guided tour, giving riders a taste of local history. The best part is that the train drops you off right in the middle of the Nevada City living history museum.

Sheridan, MT

Explore one of the largest collections of old west artifacts in the world, housed in one hundred carefully preserved historic buildings. The ghost town-turned living museum includes a stunning collection of old time music boxes and player pianos. Relive the excitement of the gold rush era with live exhibits and demonstrations every weekend during the summer.

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Virginia City, MT

Virginia City boasts not one but two superb theaters. For 75 years the Virginia City Players have been entertaining audiences of all ages with a rollicking mix of vaudeville and melodrama. At the other end of town, the historic H.S. Gilbert Brewery echoes all summer long with the raucous hilarity of the Brewery Follies’ cabaret-style sketch show.

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Virginia City, MT

Overflowing with homemade fudge, hand-dipped chocolate, and fresh saltwater taffy, Cousin’s is a dream come true for candy lovers of all ages. Adding to the indulgent atmosphere, the store is bursting with old-fashioned sweets of all sorts. It’s a sugary nostalgic trip into a bygone era of old fashioned confectionery.