Where to stay in Bismarck
Courtyard by Marriott
3319 N 14th Street, ND 58503
This modern and welcoming three-star hotel has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy a spacious indoor pool and hot tub, on-site bistro and cozy rooms, complete with flat-screen TVs. It’s also located right next to the Bismarck Event Center, and two miles from the North Dakota Heritage Centre and State Museum.
The Blackstone
2630 Old Red Trail, Mandan, ND 58554
You’ll find the Blackstone Hotel just outside of Bismarck, just off I-94, which makes it the perfect base for exploring Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. The hotel prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere, which is best experienced at the hotel’s own Blackstone Grill.
Radisson Hotel
605 E Broadway Avenue, ND 58501
Refined and contemporary, the three-star Radisson Hotel can be found in the heart of Bismarck’s financial and entertainment district. Take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, enjoy a laidback meal in the Off Broadway Lounge or relax in your comfortable room.
Best restaurants in Bismarck
Butterhorn
210 E Main Avenue, ND 58501
This spot is a local favorite for a reason. The menu is full of modern, French and Italian-inspired dishes, served up in a warm, convivial atmosphere. Feast on silky pappardelle pasta with braised beef and shitake mushrooms, or savor spicy creole chicken roulade.
The Walrus Restaurant
1136 N 3rd Street, ND 58501
Find this busy and popular neighborhood restaurant just a few blocks from the capital and enjoy their wide range of pizza, pasta, steak and burgers. Try hearty staples like the buffalo chicken dip pizza or dive into a refreshing watermelon and grilled shrimp salad.
Noodlezip
208 E Main Avenue #2, ND 58501
Discover ramen, pho and small plates done right at Noodlezip. The noodles are made from scratch, the ingredients fresh and locally sourced, and the flavors authentic. Don’t leave without trying the spider rolls with softshell crab.
What to do Bismarck
Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park
4480 Fort Lincoln Road, Mandan, ND 58554
This state park was established in 1907, making it the oldest in North Dakota. Discover how the Mandan Native Americans once lived at the replica On-a-Slant village and reconstructed earth lodges. You can also experience what life was like for a frontier soldier at old Fort Abraham Lincoln.
North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
612 E Boulevard Avenue, ND 58505
This fascinating and immersive museum houses four galleries which delve into the state’s rich history. With exhibits ranging from objects belonging to North Dakota’s earliest peoples to an authentic prairie post office, this makes for a fascinating day out for all the family.
Dakota Zoo
602 Riverside Park Road, ND 58504
This zoo enjoys a picturesque location on the Missouri River and is home to over 600 animals. From the Golden-Headed Lion Tamarin to the North American Porcupine, there’s a wide collection of rare and native species who call the park home. Visit to learn more about them and the zoo’s conservation work.