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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, the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum, the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, and the Golden History Museums. 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 including the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, 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

Golden (and nearby Morrison) are packed with some of the Front Range's best restaurants. Check out a guide to the area's eating options.

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.goldencochamber.org

Inside Scoop: Neighborhood Businesses
American Mountaineering Museum

303-996-2755
710 10th St.
Golden, 80401
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Biking | Hiking | Climbing, Event Facilities, Museums
Aviation Xtreme Flight Simulation Center

303-590-1603
7711 E. Academy Blvd.
Denver, 80230
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Amusement Parks and Entertainment Centers, Team Building
Bridgewater Grill

303-279-2010
800 11th St.
Golden, 80401
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American, Event Facilities, Live Music
Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave

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

303-526-9367
987 Lookout Mountain Road
Golden, 80401
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American, Boutiques | Specialty Shops, Western Theme
Chart House

303-526-9813
25908 Genessee Trail Rd.
Golden, 80401
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Seafood
City of Golden

303-384-8172
1445 10th St.
Golden, 80401
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Colorado Railroad Museum

303-279-4591
17155 W. 44th Ave.
Golden, 80403
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Museums, Railways, Highways & Byways
Coors Brewery Tours - MillerCoors

303-277-BEER
13th & Ford
Golden, 80401
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Specialty Tours, Winery | Brewery | Distillery Tours
Dakota Ridge RV Resort

303-279-1625
17800 W. Colfax Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Campgrounds | RV Parks
Days Inn & Suites Golden

303-277-0200
15059 W. Colfax Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels
Denver Zipline Tours, LLC

303-984-6151
PO Box 16969
Golden, 80402
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Outdoor Recreation | Outfitters, Zip Lining
Foothills Art Center

303-279-3922
809 15th Street
Golden, 80401
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Art Galleries , Event Facilities
Golden Chamber of Commerce

303-279-3113
1010 Washington Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Golden History Museums

303-278-3557
923 10th St.
Golden, 80401
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Event Facilities, Museums
Golden River Sports

303-215-9386
806 Washington Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Event Facilities, Fly Fishing, Outdoor Recreation | Outfitters, Sporting Goods, Sports & Recreation Rentals
Heritage Square Music Hall

303-279-7800
18301 W. Colfax Ave. D103
Golden, 80401
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American, Children's Attractions, Dinner Theater, Event Facilities, Performing Arts
Jefferson County Fairgrounds

303-271-6600
15200 W. 6th Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Campgrounds | RV Parks, Event Facilities, Music Venues
Lariat Loop Heritage Alliance

720-971-9649
PO Box 356
Golden, 80402
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Colorado CVBs | Chambers of Commerce, Railways, Highways & Byways, Specialty Tours
Marriott Denver West

303-279-9100
1717 Denver West Blvd.
Golden, 80401
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Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels
Metro Denver Dental Society - Mountain West Dental Institute

303-488-9700
925 Lincoln St. Unit C1B1-ST
Denver, 80203
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Denver Downtown
Event Facilities
Mother Cabrini Shrine

303-526-0758
20189 Cabrini Blvd.
Golden, 80401
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Churches, Specialty Tours
National Renewable Energy Laboratory

303-384-6565
15013 Denver West Parkway
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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Graphic Design | Signs | Banners, Printing | Business Services
Radio Resource Inc.

303-987-1545
12701 W. 42nd Ave.
Wheat Ridge, 80033
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Rental Equipment
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum

303-277-0377
1213 Washington Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Art Galleries , Museums
Simms Steakhouse

303-237-0465
11911 W. 6th Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Event Facilities, Seafood, Steak Houses
Table Mountain Grill & Cantina

303-277-9898
1310 Washington Ave.
Golden, 80401
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Mexican
Table Mountain Inn

303-216-8012
1310 Washington Avenue
Golden, 80401
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American, Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels
The Briarwood Inn

303-279-3121
1630 8th. St.
Golden, 80401
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Continental, Event Facilities
The Golden Hotel

303-279-0100
800 11th St.
Golden, 80401
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Hotel Event Facilities, Hotels
West Chamber Serving Jefferson County

303-233-5555
1667 Cole Blvd., Building 19 Ste. 400
Lakewood, 80401
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