What to do and see in Idaho Springs, Colorado (CO): The Best Sights & Landmarks

Hours of Operation are Weather dependent!!! Visit one of the region's most amazing historic mining heritage sites, the Mighty Argo Mill and Tunnel. Our walking tour includes a visit to our history room to view a video introducing the historic impact of the Argo, a journey through our historic 5 story gold ore mill, a look inside the first 200 feet of the 4.5-mile tunnel, an exploration of the historical artifact museum at the base of the Argo Mill, and an optional gold panning lesson. COVID-19 POLICIES: All guides and guests wear masks at all times on tour and while in the Mercantile. (Our county issued a mask order on July 2.) Now booking individual tour groups of up to 9 people. Smaller groups will not be combined unless all parties agree. Tours no longer include a bus ride. Tours start at the ground floor of the mill, go up multiple flights of stairs, into the tunnel, and then back down the stairs. Staff follows tour groups to disinfect all surfaces and hard hats.

The Phoenix Gold Mine is an authentic trip into Colorado mining history! Come by and tour a real underground gold mine, see gold ore in the mountain, learn how to find gold and then try your hand at panning for gold. You keep what you find. We are family friendly, for all ages and abilities. Our small business is family owned and operated. On your gold mine tour, be entertained with one of our tour guides as they talk about geology, history, and gold processing equipment. You will see a gold vein. The mine is well lit, with wide, flat passages, with about 500 feet walking distance. It is about 45-degrees degree Fahrenheit, so bring a lightweight jacket. Pan for gold in the creek or underground in our table. Many find gold. Feel like you are on vacation, in an environment where everyone is welcome. We love to answer your questions. Make a reservation, we cannot wait to entertain, educate, and show you what we are so passionate about!