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Golden is the Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. Golden lies along Clear Creek at the base of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Founded during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush on June 16, 1859, the mining camp was originally named Golden City in honor of Thomas L. Golden. Golden City served as the capital of the provisional Territory of Jefferson from 1860 to 1861, and capital of the official Territory of Colorado from 1862 to 1867. In 1867, the territorial capital was moved about 12 miles (19 km) east to Denver City. The United States Census Bureau estimates that the city population was 18,867 in 2010.
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1. Colorado Haunted History Tours
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Colorado Haunted History Tours presents a two hour haunted history walking tour of downtown Golden, Colorado. Come see this town, which is home to Coors Brewery and the School of Mines, in a whole new light. Hear tales of murder, mayhem, and madness, and learn why this town has a wild west history comparable to Tombstone. Stories include the hanging of an innocent man, the nefarious activities that occurred on Golden's Castle Rock, Golden's 'Night of Terror,' and the ghosts that live on. Take a journey back in time. We also present a "Ghosts and Legends Tour" of Morrison, Colorado. Located in the shadow of Red Rocks Park, hear the tales of the past residents, their ghosts, and take an opportunity to capture their spirits. Stories include the 'Hatchet Lady', the hanging tree, and more!
2. Earth Treks Climbing Centers Golden
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Earth Treks Golden is the premier indoor rock climbing gym in Colorado. The 29,000 sq ft purpose-built facility opened in 2013 and boasts over 28,500 sq ft of climbing on walls up to 45 ft high. The facility includes tons of bouldering and top rope and lead climbing for all ages and abilities, a huge fitness area, a dedicated training area (hydraulic systems boards, hangboards and campus boards), a yoga room, and locker rooms. All just 15 minutes west of Denver and 40 minutes south of Boulder in Golden, CO!The gym has over 300 roped routes and over 100 boulder problems. The walls were designed by Jason Kehl (with help from a team with over 60 years of indoor climbing experience). Walltopia built the walls. And a crew of route setters, led by Keith Dickey, set the routes. Hours of Operation: Monday and Friday 6:00 am – 10:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday 6:00 am - 11:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
3. Lookout Mountain
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4.5 based on 874 reviews
Scenic mountain near Denver and home of the Buffalo Bill Cody gravesite and museum.
Reviewed By Peter_A_Morrell - Unionville, Canada
What a great idea to take a drive up the mountain to Lookout Mountain Park. During a trip to Golden, Colorado earlier this year I had a rare afternoon off and decided to check it out. Besides the amazing views, you'll find Buffalo Bills' Grave and Museum, the Pashaka Gift Shop, trails and yes the views. The 'Lookout' itself has a large area where you can see Denver and Golden and on a clear day, you can see miles and miles out to the surrounding areas and mountains. Be careful driving up the mountain and as I saw a couple of wrecks and abandoned cars along the way. The morning was overcast so many parts of the mountain round were still covered in ice, from the sides of the mountain that didn't get any sun in the morning. It was winter and the weather can change at any time like any other snow-covered mountain. Take your time driving the road. There is a couple of pull-offs on the road up to Lookout Mountain if you have to stop. As you get closer to the parking area, there are signs to clearly identify where you are and where to park. The same parking lot for the 'Lookout' is the same parking lot for Buffalo Bill's Grave, the Museum, the gift shop and the Lookout area. In the winter most of the trails are covered in snow and not accessible, I did see a few people coming from the trails. You will also see several TV and radio towers nearby. Luckily it was a clear day, and sunny when I arrived. I checked out all the sites and walked the perimeter of the lookout and spent a good amount of time there looking at the surrounding area. It is serene and picturesque so bring a good camera, if you have one. With everything to do up there even on a wintery day, you could spend a few hours up there. The Lookout Mountain is a great way to spend an afternoon. If you're ever in Golden put this on your list of things to do, you will not be disappointed.
4. Cannonball Creek Brewing Company
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4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By LawBobbby82 - Denver, United States
So we stopped in here after my girlfriend took me too a gluten free brewery..... after many disappointing beers I needed some good beer. I saw this place so we stopped to try a few beers. It was a great stop and close to home. The black ipa was on another level. The milk stout and porter were awesome as well. If you are into beer this is a place to check out.
5. Clear Creek Whitewater Park
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4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By 929susana
What an excellent adventure. The guide Tails was awesome and the river was a blast. 5 Stars to this company.
6. Buffalo Bill Grave and Museum
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4.0 based on 1,193 reviews
Gravesite and museum dedicated to the life and times of Buffalo Bill Cody.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The history of the American West was written in a thousand mining camps and in the Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains by explorers, mountain men, Native Americans, miners, soldiers and cowboys. But it's hard to think of anyone who is more associated with the Old West than William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody, the legendary fur trapper, gold miner, Pony Express rider, Army scout, hunter and international showman whose "Buffalo Bill's Wild West" show was the hit attraction of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee celebration in England in 1887. Cody died in 1917 at the age of 17 while visiting his sister in Denver. According to his wife, it was her husband's choice that he be buried on Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado, overlooking Denver and the Plains. On June 3, 1917, before a crowd of 20,000 mourners, Cody was buried on Lookout Mountain, a promontory with spectacular views of the mountains and plains, places where Cody had spent the happiest times of his life. In 1921, after Cody's wife was buried next to her husband, the Buffalo Bill Memorial Museum was begun by Johnny Baker, a longtime close friend and unofficial foster son to Buffalo Bill. Today, the museum and grave site are among the top visitor attractions in Denver and Colorado. The artifacts in the museum are items Cody collected over the years and had gathered from the many friends who had performed with him in the Wild West show. The museum features over 3,000 square feet of exhibit space focusing on Buffalo Bill's life, times and legacy. An introductory video provides an overview of Cody and a history of the museum and park. Among the rare artifacts on display is the Stetson hat worn by Buffalo Bill at the last performance before his death, a peace pipe that belonged to Sitting Bull, firearms that belonged to Buffalo Bill and the head of the last buffalo shot by Buffalo Bill. Visitors also can hear early recordings of Buffalo Bill's voice introducing the Wild West show and the "Buffalo Bill Farewell March" played during the 1912 performance season. Whether you have visited the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming, or not, a visit to the Buffalo Bill Grave and Museum is a must.
7. Coors Brewery
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4.0 based on 1,838 reviews
The world's largest single-site brewery offers guided tours and beer-tasting.
Reviewed By Keyrat04 - Houston, United States
My husband is a Colorado native but he has never brought me here! We had a great time, beginning with the free parking, free shuttle, little tour of Golden, then to the brewery where you take a self guided tour with a hand held recorder at your own pace. The brewery is clean, big, open and FUN. The staff is very friendly and the bonus is the free samples in their bar area! Admission is $5 for locals and $10 for out of state residents. Well worth it! Oh, and you get a free Coors glass at the end! Well done!
8. Miners Alley Playhouse
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By JimfromDenver - Denver, United States
My wife and I began attending plays at this cozy theater (seats less than 150 people) about 6 years ago. Now, we attend 4 to 5 plays a year introducing other couples to this venue. And universally, everyone enjoys going to a show here. The acting is superb. This is a big step above community theater. The variety, from Drama, Comedy, Musicals, new plays, old standards redone is a plus. Staging is excellent. You feel on top of or in the action. Recent performances of shows like Once and Cabaret show their adeptness at musicals. Spread the word and join us at Miners Alley.
