Silver City is a charming town in the state of New Mexico, United States, located more exactly in Grant County and being its county seat at the same time. The history of Silver City goes back to 1870, when the town was founded after the discovery of silver ore deposits at Chloride Flats. Hence the name of Silver City. The development of Silver City had a lot to do with the silver mining industry, but also with the establishment of Western New Mexico University. Now, there are 10,545 residents living in Silver City, according to the 2010 census. This small yet charming college town is worth paying a visit, since Silver City will provide you with numerous recreational and cultural opportunities.
Top Attractions within Silver City
The Silver City Museum is a great cultural institution in Silver City, located inside a restored Mansard Italian house which dates back to 1881. The museum will fascinate you with the impressive collection of artifacts and historical items, relevant to the history, heritage and culture of Silver City.
Silver City Golf Course is a public, well maintained 18-hole regulation length golf course, where both locals and tourists come to enjoy a challenging and exciting golfing experience.
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument is located a few miles away from Silver City, but it is definitely worth seeing, since it is considered a national monument. Once you get here, you will be thrilled with the great amenities, including a museum and visitor center, historic sites, national forest trails, hot springs, and fishing opportunities.
City of Rocks State Park is a state park where you will be able to admire large sculptured rock formations shaped like pinnacles or boulders, which were created 34.9 million years ago by a volcanic eruption. The park also features hiking trails, picnic areas, a visitors center, botanical garden, and wildlife watching opportunities.
Restaurants. Silver City praise itself with the diversity of eating venues and restaurants that offers its tourists. Some of the greatest restaurants in Silver City are 1zero6 (Pacific Rim cuisine), Shevek & Co (Eclectic, Mediterranean, Fusion cuisines), and Curious Kumquat (Contemporary cuisine).
