Silver City, NM: The Heart of the Old West
Silver City, NM is an old mining town that has undergone renaissance into a modern city centered around tourism, arts & culture. While its major draws are the surrounding semiarid wilderness and mountains, the city in itself is not bad either, as its mild temperatures and vibrant small-city life makes it a magnet for travelers and retirees alike, a gem in the heart of southwestern New Mexico. You can fly into Silver City directly from Albuquerque through the local SVC-Grant County Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Because of its high elevation at 6,000 feet, Silver City, New Mexico enjoys mild, cool weather all year round, even during summer. It is blessed with 300+ days of sunshine a year, which makes the answer to when the best time to visit here really depending on your convenience. But if you’re looking for best Silver City, NM hotel and travel deals, late fall and wintertime is the ideal time.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There's something for you in Silver City, whether you're aching to set your eyes on the ancient adobe houses and pottery of the Mogollon culture in the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, or walk under sweet smelling pines in the vast 3.3 million-acre Gila National Forest and Wilderness, or camp among the strange innumerable rock formations in the City of Rocks State Park, or simply take a glorious scenic drive along remote mountain roads and historic mining districts. Downtown Silver City is home to a literally colorful art scene, featuring murals of famous former residents such as Billy the Kid and Geronimo. Festivals, live music, and Mexican cuisine complete the charm that is Silver City. Also visit the Silver City Museum with the family. Of course, everything won’t be complete without a relaxing stay at the standards such as Comfort Inn Near Gila National Forest, or the Holiday Inn Express Silver City.