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Golden. Located at the base of the foothills, Golden was the territorial capital until 1867 and remains one of the most historical towns in the state, with six museums, including Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave, the Colorado Railroad Museum, and the Golden Pioneer Museum. An arch spanning the street proudly proclaims that Golden is “Where the West Lives!” The rugged setting makes it an amazing destination for outdoor recreation like biking, hiking, and kayaking. Downtown offers an Old West feel with arcade-covered sidewalks providing entry to more than 30 shops and art galleries. There are 22 restaurants and bars with outdoor cafes, providing a great vantage point to watch kayakers float by on Clear Creek. And no trip to Golden would be complete without a tour of the Coors Brewery, the largest single brewing site in the world. A short drive from Golden is Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, an awesome, awe-inspiring concert venue that has hosted well-known performers from the Beatles to Led Zeppelin, to R.E.M. and U2.

Where to Find It

15 miles west of downtown at C-470, I-70, and U.S. Highway 6.

Getting There

Cab fare from downtown to Coors Brewing at 13th and Ford Streets: $46.75 (approx.)
RTD: Direct routes on buses 16L

Locals Know

Some of the best mountain biking in the world can be found in and around Golden.

Special Events

In July, Buffalo Bill Days bring an old-time Western festival to town with a parade, stagecoach rides, and pancake breakfast.

Learn More

www.goldenchamber.org

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Astor House Museum

303-278-3557
822 12th Street
Golden , 80207
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Museums
Blue Moon Talent

303-979-3463
1874 Denver West Court Ste. 632
Golden , 80401
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The Boettcher Mansion

720-497-7630
900 Colorow Rd.
Golden , 80401
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Speakers/Trainers, Entertainment, Team Building, Museums
Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum

303-996-2755
710 10th St.
Golden , 80401
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Event Facilities, Museums
Briarwood Inn, The

303-279-3121
1630 8th. St.
Golden , 80410
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Continental
Bridgewater Grill at the Golden Hotel

303-279-2010
800 11th Street
Golden , 80401
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Event Facilities, American
Buffalo Bill's Museum & Grave

303-526-0744
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain
Golden , 80401
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Museums
Buffalo Bill's Pahaska Tepee

303-526-9367
987 Lookout Mountain Road
Golden , 80401
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Specialty Tours, Boutiques and Shops
Chart House

303-526-9813
25908 Genessee Trail Rd.
Golden , 80401
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Seafood
Coach America Denver

303-421-2780
14000 W. 44th
Golden , 80403
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Colorado Railroad Museum

303-279-4591
17155 W 44th Ave
Golden , 80403
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Motorcoach Charter, Museums
Coors Brewing Company

303-277-BEER
PO Box 4030 Mail No. NH280
Golden , 80401
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Specialty Tours
Crystal Rose

303-526-7530
636 Lookout Mountain Road
Golden , 80401
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Winery/Brewery Tours, Catering
Dakota Ridge RV Park

303-279-1625
17800 W. Colfax Ave.
Golden , 80401
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Event Facilities, Campgrounds/RV Parks
Denver Adventures

303-984-6151
P.O. Box 16969
Golden , 80402
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Biking and Hiking
Marriott Denver West

303-279-9100
1717 Denver West Blvd
Golden , 80401
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El Rancho Restaurant

303-526-0661
29260 U.S. Hwy 40
Golden , 80439
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Foothills Art Center

303-279-3922
809 15th St.
Golden , 80401
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Golden Chamber of Commerce

303-279-3113
1010 Washington Ave.
Golden , 80402
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The Golden Hotel

303-279-0100
800 11th St.
Golden , 80401
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Golden Pioneer Museum

303-278-7151
923 Tenth Street
Golden , 80401
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Museums
Golden River Sports

303-215-9386
806 Washington Avenue
Golden , 80401
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Event Facilities, Fly Fishing
Heritage Square Music Hall

303-279-7800
18301 W. Colfax Ave. D103
Golden , 80401
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Outdoor Recreation/Outfitters, Dinner Theater
Jefferson County Fairgrounds

303-271-6600
15200 W. 6th Ave.
Golden , 80401
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Children's Attractions, Performing Arts, Event Facilities, Music Venues
Lariat Loop Heritage Alliance

720-971-9649
PO Box 356
Golden , 80402
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Mother Cabrini Shrine

303-526-0758
20189 Cabrini Blvd.
Golden , 80401
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Mount Vernon Country Club

303-526-0616
24933 Clubhouse Circle
Golden , 80401
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory

303-384-6566
1617 Cole Boulevard
Golden , 80401
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Specialty Tours
New Vista Image

303-216-1549
14998 W. 6th Ave. #550
Golden , 80401
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Radio Resource

303-987-1545
600 Corporate Circle Ste. A
Golden , 80401
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Scott Friedman & Associates

303-671-7222
16351 W. Ellsworth Ave.
Golden , 80401
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Simms Landing

303-237-0465
11911 W. 6th Ave.
Golden , 80401
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Speakers/Trainers, Entertainment, Seafood
Spirits in the Wind Gallery

303-279-1192
1211 Washington Avenue
Golden , 80401
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Steak Houses, Event Facilities, Art Galleries
Table Mountain Inn

303-216-8012
1310 Washington Avenue
Golden , 80401
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West Chamber Serving Jefferson County

303-233-5555
1667 Cole Blvd, Building 19 Suite 400
Lakewood , 80401
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Colorado Mills

303-384-3000
14500 W. Colfax
Lakewood , 80401
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