There's no better reminder of the city's celebrated past than the Sheridan Inn. Built in 1892, the hotel was a favorite haunt of the world-famous showman William "Buffalo Bill" Cody, who even held auditions for his touring show from the front porch. Art lovers definitely won't be disappointed by The Brinton Museum. Set on a 620-acre ranch, this museum has a large collection of international and Native American art and artifacts. And for the history buffs among you, it's an hour's drive to the Little Bighorn Battlefield Monument, where General Custer and his men made their last stand in 1876.
You couldn't be bored in Sheridan, not even if you tried. Its venerable downtown area, with its Western allure, is a real treat. Take a walk on Main Street and gaze at the neon signs that overhang the many 19th-century saloons, where you'll find legendary bars, restaurants, and craft breweries. Pay a visit to the numerous art galleries dotted throughout Sheridan, showcasing traditional and modern art. And to get the real Western experience, saddle up and ride the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. Or to see something truly special, hike up to the Big Horn Medicine Wheel, a Native American stone monument.
Don't let those classic Westerns fool you. While it may always seem sunny on screen, this part of the world can pretty chilly come winter. In December and January it can fall below zero, with the ground covered in a thick blanket of snow. But when summer arrives, it's a different story entirely. The mercury can push pass 90 in July and August, while in September it gets up to the mid 70s. The city is a pretty happening place in summer, so May and September are your best bets if you're looking to get a good deal on a Sheridan vacation rental.
The Bighorn Mountains. They're hard to miss in Sheridan, all you have to do is look up. A sister range of the Rocky Mountains, the Bighorns are a great vacation spot in themselves. From waving grasslands to lush alpine meadows, shimmering lakes to glacial valleys, and rolling hills to steep mountain cliffs, you won't find a more diverse landscape anywhere else in Wyoming. Among the species of wildlife you may have a chance encounter with are white-tail deer, moose, and pronghorn antelopes, as well as black bears, coyotes, and mountain lions.
Fly into Sheridan, WY (SHR-Sheridan County), the closest airport, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from the city center.