We went several years ago. We took the train through the streets and went on the tour. We want to talk our grandson so he can go this time. The train really added to the fun.

Montana towns offer a slice of American urban history. Last Chance Gulch offers a view of architecture and atmosphere that has been lost elsewhere in the USA. Montana is known for its natural glory, but I believe that it is also maintains a rich heritage of the preserved man made environment.

Be forewarned: the Gulch mostly closes up on Sundays. Get used to it. The rest of the week, there are numerous things to do there. Stop first at The Parrot Confectionary, but there are also three restaurants and several shops. It's a car-free pedestrian mall, so relax and enjoy.

I guess we expected more. We were directed to the shops and only saw a (nice) antique store. otherwise there were a few art places. shops were nonexistant.

This was a place that looked like death, nothing was open and just a few people seated right on the benches. If you go anyday, make sure you try the home made icecream next to Luca's Italian restaurant, it was DELICIOUS.

Great area to stroll around and read about the history of Helena on the street placards. Some great ice cream and chocolates along the way.

Convenient parking and of course a trip to The Parrot for fresh handcrafted candy. Fun little shops and some great little bars nearby.

This is a pedestrian area of about 3 blocks. Makes for a pleasant stroll and I stopped at taco del sol for excellent and cheap burritos. Bottled beers were only 2.50 which appears incredibly cheap for a Canadian used to being gouged in Canada. If you have small kids let them burn off energy in the little park at the... More

eclectic shops on tree lined street.pedestrian friendly. 'chalk' the pavement day for kiddies & lots of fun