Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Missoula travel guide

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You're Going to Love Missoula

With a population of 66,788, Missoula is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Missoula deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Missoula

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern - Missoula (3720 North Reserve Street) and TopHat Lounge (134 W Front St) are great picks.

When to visit Missoula

Missoula in December
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Missoula in December
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Missoula in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 53 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Missoula, with an average rainfall of 18 mm.

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How to Get to Missoula

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Bus

Missoula’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Bus

Missoula’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Missoula

MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field
BTMButte Silver Bow Co
HLNHelena

Airlines serving Missoula

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,711 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,131 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,229 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,829 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,697 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,583 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,212 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (578 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (342 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,830 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (708 reviews)
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Where to stay in Missoula

Average rates range from around $210 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $388 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Missoula and Comfort Inn Missoula near University. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Missoula, with prices from $87 to $256 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Missoula are about 161% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Missoula

Most booked hotels in Missoula

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Best Western Plus Grant Creek Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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The Wren
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$178+
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C'mon Inn Missoula
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Missoula
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$188+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Missoula
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$136+
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Hiring a car in Missoula

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 9 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.39 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.58 and $22.10. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 9 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.39 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.58 and $22.10. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Missoula

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Alamo

Alamo

Avis

Avis
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