Cody Travel Guide

 
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Pro

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 A small western tourist town that feels and is more real than touristy; with low crime, friendly people; and a beautiful, clean environment. 


Con

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 High altitude, harsh winters. 


In a nutshell

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 Friendly town. 

 

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Things to Do  

Buffalo Bill Historical Center

Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  The Buffalo Bill Historical Center is the must see activity in town. This Historical Center is a nationally known, world class museum with the latest technology and wonderfully laid out displays in five wings featuring Plains Indians, Natural History, Western Art, Buffalo... 

Draper Museum of Natural History

Draper Museum of Natural History, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  The Draper Museum of Natural History is the newest museum within the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, opening on June 4, 2002. The Draper is the first American Natural History Museum to be built in the 21st century. Founding Curator, Doctor Charles R. Preston, was hired in... 

Rodeo Time

Rodeo Time, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  If you have never seen a rodeo, and are interested in that type of thing we have a nightly rodeo that is rated very high among small towns in the country. In fact, Cody has taken the prize as the best small town rodeo in the nation more than once. The Cody Night Rodeo is... 

Buffalo Bill Museum

Buffalo Bill Museum, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  The Buffalo Bill Museum is located to the left after you enter the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. This section of the BBHC explores the personal and public lives of W.F. Cody, often called Buffalo Bill. Living from 1846 to 1917, Cody was the founder of our town. He had... 

Plains Indian Museum

Plains Indian Museum, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  After entering the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, continue to walk straight back, past the small café and the gardens to the Plains Indian Museum. Established in 1979, this part of the BBHC holds the largest and finest collection of Plains Indian art and artifacts in the... 

Hotels  

Cody Cowboy Village

 4 Reviews and 499 Opinions  I stayed for 5 days at The Cody Cowboy Village. The rooms are almost new only been open 3-4 years.... 

Chamberlin Inn

 1 Review and 115 Opinions  The Chamberlin Inn is a small, elegant two story hotel, which includes the main building’s rooms, as... 

Restaurants  

Wyoming Rib and Chop House: Delicious Varied Menu

Wyoming Rib and Chop House: Delicious Varied Menu, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Wyoming Rib and Chop House opened in the summer of 2004, and advertise “Award Winning Babyback Ribs.” I don’t know if this is a true statement, but these ribs are marinated with seasonings for 24 hours, then slow cooked in their oven, then finished on the grill and lightly... 

Sunset House Restaurant: Yummy Belgian Waffles

Sunset House Restaurant: Yummy Belgian Waffles, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  My favorite meal at the Sunset House is breakfast. I haven’t eaten dinner there in years, so I cannot comment on that meal, but this is a great place for a wonderful breakfast. Also, if it is summertime, and you are in a hurry, or want a wide variety of items for breakfast,... 

Cassie’s Supper Club: Experience the West

Cassie’s Supper Club: Experience the West, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Cassie’s Supper Club has been serving up good food and entertainment to locals since the 1920s. Cassies is open for lunch and dinner and is a favorite local nightspot as well as a restaurant. Here you will find a true western atmosphere. The Green Room, a smokeless dining... 

La Comidas: A Tasty Mexican Restaurant

La Comidas: A Tasty Mexican Restaurant, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Another popular restaurant is La Comidas, a Mexican restaurant. It is very good, better than many Mexican restaurants that we have eaten in, however, some of the dishes are somewhat Americanized. Open for lunch and dinner you will find a wide variety of Mexican dishes to... 

Nightlife  

Cody Nite Rodeo: Rodeo

Cody Nite Rodeo: Rodeo, Cody

 Christophe01 Says:  Every night, from June 1st through August 31st, at 8:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m. (open at 7:00 p.m). The duration of the show is about 2 hours, you can attend different disciplines:►Roping►Bronc riding►Bull riding►Barrel racing►Calf scrambleThe kids... 

Yellowstone Valley Inn: Check This Out if You Are In the Valley

Yellowstone Valley Inn: Check This Out if You Are In the Valley, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Yellowstone Valley Inn is a business that includes a restaurant, campgrounds, cabins, a small motel, and a saloon. This establishment is located about 18 miles from town in the Wapit Valley. If you are staying in the valley check out the saloon for some night entertainment.... 

Shopping  

Albertsons and Super-Walmart: If you need some groceries.

Albertsons and Super-Walmart: If you need some groceries., Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  If you are looking for groceries there is only the Super Wal-Mart or Albertsons. People from a larger town will probably find these small, but hopefully they will fill your needs. Albertsons usually has the best fresh produce in town, including a selection of organic items.... 

Sunlight Sports: Casual Clothing/Sports Equipment

Sunlight Sports: Casual Clothing/Sports Equipment, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Another sports equipment store that also carries quality clothing and equipment is Sunlight Sports. Although this store is usually more expensive than the Sierra Trading Post, it carries more equipment, so you may be able to find items here that are not carried by Sierra.... 

Tourist Traps  

Are You Sure You Want To Eat Those?

Are You Sure You Want To Eat Those?, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  In some western restaurants, including Cody, you may see Rocky Mountain Oysters on the menu as a starter or appetizer. Be aware that these are not oysters, in fact they are not even seafood. Rocky Mountain Oysters, sometimes known as Prairie Oysters, or Bull Fries, are... 

Are Jackalopes Real?

Are Jackalopes Real?, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  There are NO SUCH THINGS as jackalopes. Let me repeat, THERE ARE NO SUCH THINGS AS JACKALOPES. Most tourists understand that this imaginary animal is a joke, but you would be amazed how many unsure people ask about it when they see these critters stuffed in various shops in... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Learn about a World War II Relocation Camp

Learn about a World War II Relocation Camp, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Description: If you are Interested in American History, other than just the west, don’t miss the Heart Mountain World War II Japanese Internment Camp and its wonderful Interpretive Learning Center. Located between Cody and Powell, the Interpretive Learning Center is housed... 

Riding at Shoshone Lodge

Riding at Shoshone Lodge, Cody

 toonsarah Says:  We spent a night at Shoshone Lodge on our way to Cody in order to fulfil one of our holiday objectives: riding in Wyoming! At Shoshone it’s possible to stay just one night, and to book a ride by the hour, which suited our modest ambitions perfectly.The prices here are very... 

Sports & Outdoors  

The Cody Quad Center for Swimming and Exercise

The Cody Quad Center for Swimming and Exercise, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  The Paul Stock Aquatics and Recreational Center, or the "Cody Quad Center" as it is generally called, opened in July 2001. The 105,000-square complex offers swimming, three basketball courts, two racquetball courts, a running/ walking track, and exercise machines. The... 

Favorites  

Favorite Things to Visit

Favorite Things to Visit, Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  If you plan to be in Cody at least a day, and enjoy museums, then the Buffalo Bill Historical Center is a must. Photo 2 shows a statue that may be seen near the Historical Center--many people like to have their picture, or their children's photo taken standing next to this... 

For additional information you...

For additional information you..., Cody

 KimberlyAnn Says:  For additional information you may wish to visit the website for the Cody Chamber of Commerce at www.codychamber.orgYou may also enjoy taking a peek at the local twice a week newspaper, ”The Cody Enterprise” at their website: www.codyenterprise.com The Cody Night Rodeo has a... 

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