Places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming

Cheyenne is probably one of the best vacation spots in the Western US where you can really get a sense of the true American West, especially during the annual Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration which is the world’s largest rodeo celebration.

Places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming

If you’re a fan of trains and railways, you’ll also love spending time in Cheyenne since the city has  got a rich railroad heritage.

Cheyenne is truly a charming city with lots of interesting attractions and historic places to visit. See below for more details:

Cheyenne Depot Museum

The Cheyenne Depot Museum is housed in the Cheyenne's former railroad station, and it’s one best places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming if you want to learn about the Cheyenne’s railroad heritage.

The Cheyenne Depot Museum is also a great first-introduction to the city since the Depot Museum serves as a visitor’s center.
Cheyenne Wyoming

One of the top attractions in the Cheyenne Depot Museum is “Big Boy”, which is a stunning engine and the world’s largest steam locomotive.

Inside the actual museum, you’ll find lots of pictures and interesting exhibits on display such as 19th century railroad scales.

Another great thing about the Depot Museum besides the exhibits, it is that you can book a tour ride on steam train, though only during the Cheyenne Frontier Days annual celebration in July.

Frontier Park

Frontier Park is one of Cheyenne’s greatest attraction, and the best place in Cheyenne where you can truly learn about western pioneer life.

Frontier Park is home to many attractions such the Old West Museum, which boasts many exhibits and artifacts on display such as carriages and wagons, as well as an Indian Village, and a frontier town complete with a saloon and crafts shops.

Besides all of these attractions, Frontier Park is also one of the top places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming because the Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration is held here annually in late July.
attractions in Cheyenne Wyoming

In fact, if you’re ever planning to visit Cheyenne, you'd want to visit during the Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration since you’ll be able to catch amazing rodeo contests and wild horse races!

Wyoming State Capitol

Wyoming State Capitol is another great attraction that you must add to your list of places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming.

The Wyoming State Capitol is simply visually stunning to look at, and the good thing is that you’re allowed inside to see see the gold dome ceiling and the famous 3000 lb mounted bison.
3000 lb mounted bison State Capitol

Besides taking a look around inside the Capitol, you’ll also be able to book guided tours (Monday to Friday) of the State Capitol to see the governor’s office and the senate chamber.

Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

If you’re wondering about places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming with kids for free, the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens is such a place!
Cheyenne WY

The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens is a great place where you can spend a nice time with the family, seeing the plant exhibits, sculptures, beautiful gardens, and even enjoy a picnic.

The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens also boast a puppet theatre, as well as a children’s village with small water streams where the little ones can wade into.

Wyoming State Museum‎

Wyoming State Museum is another of the must see attractions in Cheyenne WY, especially if you’re interested in learning more about the history of Wyoming.
Wyoming State Museum

The Wyoming State Museum‎ is free to get in and boasts many exhibits and artifacts on display such as a collection of firearms, a sheep wagon, Native American baskets, and more.

Besides these, the Wyoming State Museum‎ boasts educational programs for families and hands on activities for everyone to enjoy.

Nelson Museum of the West‎

If you’re interested in seeing more old artifacts, the Nelson Museum of the West‎ is another of the top places to visit in Cheyenne Wyoming.

The Nelson Museum of the West‎ is located in downtown Cheyenne, and boats thousands of artifacts and exhibits on display such as military uniforms, Native American beaded work, forearms and more, that you can easily spend here an entire day seeing everything that'son display!

Historic Governors' Mansion‎

The Historic Governors' Mansion is also located in the heart of downtown Cheyenne (just next door to the Wyoming Children’s Society), and it’s another place in Cheyenne that you can visit for free.
Governors' Mansion Cheyenne Wyoming

The Governors' Mansion is open to the public for tours all year long, and it’s truly one of the most historic places to visit in Wyoming since the Governors’ Mansion was the residence of former US Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Harry Truman.

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