 Big Boy Steam Engine
- Holliday Park, 17th and Morrie
"Old Number 4004" the world's largest steam locomotive. Retired from active duty by the Union
Pacific in 1956.
- The French Merci Train
- East Lincolnway and Big Horn
It was sent to the American people from the French citizens in 1949 as a thank you for the
Friendship Train which sent food from Americans to the French during World War II. The Merci Train visited all the state capitals leaving a boxcar full of gifts.
Wyoming's boxcar was given to the 40 et 8 Society of the American Legion.
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour
- Self-guided tour. For books & information contact the Cheyenne Area Convention & Visitors
Bureau, (307) 778-3133 or 1-800-426-5009.
- Tivoli Building
- Chamber of Commerce, 16th Street and Carey Avenue
Built in 1892, The Tivoli is one of the best examples of Victorian architecture in the Rocky
Mountain Area. (307) 638-3388.
- F.E. Warren Air Force Base
- Randall Avenue and I-25
Originally named Fort D.A. Russell, today is serves as a site for many of the U.S.
intercontinental ballistic missiles, home of the Peacekeepers, and as a training ground for members of the United States Air Force. Tours,
(307) 775-3381.
- Wyoming Hereford Ranch
- East of Cheyenne
Established in 1883, the ranch is one of the oldest and most prestigious of western cattle
operations. Still producing quality Hereford cattle after more than 100 years. Tours for prearranged groups available (307) 634-1905.
- Wyoming State Capitol
Building &
Esther Hobart
Morris Statue - Capitol Avenue and 24th Street
Recently renovated, gleaming marble floors, beautiful woodwork, stained glass, a variety of
historic photographs and a life-sized display of native wildlife. National Historic Landmark. (307) 777-7220.
- Historic Lakeview Cemetery
- 2501 Seymour Avenue
Old 1800's cemetery established when the Union Pacific Railroad came to Cheyenne. Self-guided
walking tours available. (307) 637-6402.
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