Silver City, NM , USA
Silver City
Silver City has a park where its main street once ran. The Big Ditch cuts through downtown, with tree-lined paths following the channel left by a flood.
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Landmark4/5
Gila National Forest Supervisors Office
Government office in Silver City with maps and information.
Culture4.7/5
Western New Mexico University Museum
This museum fills a 1922 gymnasium and classrooms with Mimbres pottery. The collection spans three levels.
Culture4.6/5
Silver City Museum
Restored firehouse museum with photographs and exhibits on Silver City history and health care. Its rooftop room used ventilation to regulate heat.
Landmark4.4/5
The Big Ditch
A creek runs through this Silver City greenway, with bridges and paths above and beside its bed. It follows the town’s former main street.
Culture4.5/5
Fort Bayard Historic Site and Interpretative Center
Step back in time at Fort Bayard Historic Site and Interpretative Center in Silver City, NM. Learn about the rich history of this former military outpost and its role in the Apache Wars. Explore the museum, stroll through the historic buildings, and imagine life as a soldier in the late 1800s. Fun for history buffs!
Outdoor4.8/5
Gila National Forest
Mountains and deep canyons shape Gila National Forest. The Gila Cliff Dwellings sit in caves above the river, and you climb ladders between their rooms.
Culture4.9/5
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
Stone rooms sit inside caves in this New Mexico cliff-dwelling site. A trail climbs through the forest, crossing bridges and steps to reach them. You can walk among rooms built into the rock.
Landmark4.8/5
Catwalk Recreation Area
This canyon walk switches from creekside trail to metal catwalks bolted into the rock, with the creek running below.
Landmark4.6/5
Dragonfly Trail Petroglyphs
This fairly level trail loops through open desert, with views across the surrounding hills. A dragonfly pictograph marks the loop.
Outdoor4.8/5
City of Rocks State Park
This New Mexico state park scatters volcanic rock formations across the desert, with paths threading between them. Campsites tuck behind boulders, hidden from one another.
Outdoor3.9/5
Jordan Hot Springs
Nestled in the rugged beauty of the Gila National Forest, Jordan Hot Springs offers a unique blend of natural thermal pools and stunning landscapes, making it a must-visit oasis for adventurers seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Culture4.4/5
Western New Mexico University
Western New Mexico University has a small campus, with dorms and a museum.
Landmark4.8/5
Lake Roberts
Nestled in the Gila National Forest, Lake Roberts offers serene views, pristine waters, and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in Silver City, NM.
Eat$$$4.6/5
Diane’s Bakery & Deli
Silver City bakery and deli with big sandwiches, pastries and coffee. Take your food to the courtyard out front, where tables catch the sunshine.
Eat$$$4.2/5
Adobe Springs
Scratch-made biscuits-and-gravy breakfast at this Silver City restaurant. The large flaky biscuits come under thick sausage gravy.
Eat$$$4.5/5
Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery
Silver City brewpub and distillery with a wide food menu. The patio welcomes dogs.
Eat$$4.3/5
La Familia Mexican Restaurant
Silver City's Mexican restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, with hot red chile and milder green chile.
Eat$$$3.7/5
Wrangler's Bar & Grill
TV-at-every-table bar and grill, with steaks, ribs, fajitas and a salad bar. Each table gets its own screen.
Stays
Stay$$$$3.95/5
Comfort Inn Near Gila National Forest
Comfort Inn Near Gila National Forest in Silver City offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Guests can unwind at the spa and wellness centre, indoor swimming pool, and hot tub. Additional amenities include a business area, outdoor seating, and picnic area. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Located 24 km from Grant County Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Karen Carr Studio (2.4 km) and Azurite Gallery (2.5 km). Mountain and city views enhance the stay.
Stay$$3.7/5
Drifter Motel
Drifter Motel in Silver City offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and soundproofing. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, work desk, and free toiletries. Guests enjoy a garden and free WiFi in public areas. The motel provides free on-site private parking, daily housekeeping service, room service, and barbecue facilities. Karen Carr Studio is 1.9 km away, Azurite Gallery 2 km, and Silver Spirit Gallery 2.2 km. Grant County Airport is 24 km from the property. Guests appreciate the room cleanliness, bathroom comfort, and bed comfort.
Stay4.7/5
Bear Mountain Lodge
Bear Mountain Lodge with guest suites, meals, and trails across its ranch. A resident cat opens the doors by himself.
Stay4.7/5
Bear Creek Motel & Cabins
Forest cabins with kitchenettes and fireplaces, set among the trees outside Silver City. Some share a wall.
Stay4.2/5
Murray Hotel
This restored 19th-century hotel puts you within walking distance of downtown Silver City's shops and restaurants.
Stay4/5
Holiday Inn Express Silver City by IHG
Holiday Inn Express with laundry machines.
Stay4/5
Copper Manor Motel
This Silver City motel has recently redone rooms with updated furniture and carefully arranged interiors. Stone bathroom counters add a distinctive touch.
Stay3.1/5
Motel 6 Silver City, NM
Silver City motel with rooms and morning coffee.
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