Cheyenne, Laramie, and Southern Wyoming
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1. Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
The gardens' greenhouse conservatory—several stories high—looks like a cathedral of plants and feels like a tropical oasis. It makes for an especially wonderful escape on winter days. The lush banana plants are the big star here; also look for cacti, bonsai, and perennial and annual plants. Kiddos will enjoy seeing the city through the periscope located at the top of the building (only open certain days), as well as exploring the whimsy of the Paul Smith Children's Village across the parking lot from the conservatory. The grounds are open daily from dusk to dawn.
710 S. Lions Park Dr., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, USA307-637–6458Sight Details
Rate Includes: Donations accepted, Conservatory closed Sun. and Mon., Conservatory weekdays 8–4:30, weekends 11–3:30; grounds stay open dawn–dusk -
2. Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum
This spacious museum within Frontier Park houses some 60,000 artifacts related to rodeos, ranching, and the city's blockbuster of an annual event, Cheyenne Frontier Days. The museum's "rolling collection" of more than 150 carriages is the largest fleet of horse-drawn vehicles in the state (with many that still go on parade). In July, the carriages are swapped out for the Frontier Days Western Art Show & Sale, with works by top Western wildlife and landscape artists from across the country. Every spring, the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale features pieces that celebrate the heritage and heart of the American West. For young visitors, there's a children's room with hands-on exhibits open year-round, plus camps in the summer.
4610 N. Carey Ave., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82009, USA800-266–2696Sight Details
Rate Includes: $12, Weekdays 9–5, weekends 10–5, with extended hrs during Frontier Days, in late July -
3. Curt Gowdy State Park
You can fish, boat, hike, and picnic at this park named for Wyoming's most famous sportscaster, who got his start at local radio stations in the 1940s. The park, which is 24 miles west of the city, is especially popular with mountain bikers. There are more than 43 miles of hiking and biking trails, including an International Mountain Bicycling Association EPIC trail—a designation given to some of the most challenging and beautiful single-track trails in the country.
1264 Granite Springs Rd., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82009, USA307-632–7946Sight Details
Rate Includes: Daily use from $7 per vehicle; for camping add from $10, Daily 24 hrs; entrance fee station, 7 am–11 pm -
4. Cheyenne Frontier Days
Visitor CenterFor further information and to book rodeo and concert tickets, contact Cheyenne Frontier Days. The Web site is a useful resource: you can buy tickets online, see a schedule of activities, and order a brochure, all well in advance of the event itself.
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5. Wyoming Historic Governors' Mansion
Between 1905 and 1976 (when the state built a new residence for the governor), 19 Wyoming first families made their home in this Colonial Revival building. Period furnishings and ornate chandeliers remain in nearly every room.
300 E. 21st St., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82001, USA307-777–7878Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Sept.–May, Wed.–Sat. 9–5; June–Aug., Mon.–Sat. 9–5, Sun. 1–5. -
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6. Wyoming State Capitol
Construction on this Corinthian-style building, now on the National Register of Historic Places, was authorized by the Ninth Territorial Legislative Assembly in 1886. The dome, covered in 24-karat gold leaf and visible from all roads leading into the city, is 50 feet in diameter at the base and 146 feet high. Inside the building, you'll find a statue of Esther Hobart Morris, a proponent of women's suffrage. One of Wyoming's nicknames is the "Equality State" because of its early advocacy of women's rights. Thanks to Wyoming's informal ways, it's not unusual to find the governor wandering the halls of the capitol. You can take a self-guided tour of state offices and the Senate and House chambers. Guided tours are also provided by appointment when time permits.
200 W. 24th St., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82002, USA307-777–7220Sight Details
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7. Wyoming State Museum
Several permanent exhibits are dedicated to exploring the heritage, culture, and landscape of Wyoming, covering everything from natural resources to wildlife to historical events. There's a hands-on exhibit geared to children, and the museum hosts several additional temporary exhibits each year. Be sure to check out the semi-permanent exhibit of hundreds of whimsical wooden miniatures crafted by Earl Newell. His folk-art pieces from the 1930s show a micro version of Wyoming life, including farm animals, people, and itty-bitty tools.
2301 Central Ave., Cheyenne, Wyoming, 82202, USA307-777–7022Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Closed Sun., May–Oct., Mon.–Sat. 9–4:30; Nov.–Apr., weekdays 9–4:30, Sat. 10–2
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