Guided Missoula History Walking Tour
Overview
The tour begins in the heart of downtown, where you'll learn about Missoula’s evolution from a railroad hub to an automobile‑era crossroads. You’ll see buildings like the elegant Florence Hotel while you learn about founder rivalries.
The tour also delves into the city’s rougher past, like the infamous madam Mary “Mother” Gleim, known for violent influence on Missoula’s red‑light district.
Your walk concludes at the historic Missoula Mercantile—where you can browse artifacts and historic artwork.
During this 1.5-2 hour journey you'll:
-Visit the Wilma Theater
-Learn the origin of Missoula’s name and more about Lewis and Clark
-Explore buildings along “Gasoline Alley,” where automobile culture reshaped West Main Street in the 1920s
-Hear how labor activists fought for free‑speech rights on street corners
By the end, you’ll have walked in the footsteps of early settlers, railroad workers, entrepreneurs, and the many colorful figures who helped shape Missoula.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee 15% off Coffee in the Florence Hotel
- Alcoholic beverages 15% off Cocktails and Beverages at the Florence Hotel
- 15 % off One Eleven Shopping Discount in the Florence Hotel
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guide in-person
- Tips not included
Meeting Location
101 East Main Street
Missoula, MT 59802, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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The Wilma Theater
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Caras Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Boone and Crockett Club
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Missoula
1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-5562551P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- Tea and coffee. 15% off Coffee in the Florence Hotel.
- Alcoholic beverages. 15% off Cocktails and Beverages at the Florence Hotel.
- 15 % off One Eleven Shopping Discount in the Florence Hotel.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Guide in-person.
- Tips not included.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guided Missoula History Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Missoula History Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffee15% off Coffee in the Florence Hotel
- Alcoholic beverages15% off Cocktails and Beverages at the Florence Hotel
- 15 % off One Eleven Shopping Discount in the Florence Hotel
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guide in-person
- Tips not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
