- The list below includes 291 free or cheap things to do in or near Golden, Colorado, including 99 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Breweries.
- From Golden Gate Canyon State Park to Lookout Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Golden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Littleton, Boulder, Idaho Springs and Denver.
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7711 East Academy Blvd., Denver, CO 80220
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The Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is located in the former Hangar 1 on land that once belonged to the Lowry Air Force Base. Artifacts span the history of aeronautic and aerospace fields within Colorado and the United States.
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188 Alpes Hill Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
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A&A Historical Trails Stables - Day Tours is a horseback riding stable that offers both guided and unguided trail rides. The trail rides included trips to old 1800s cemeteries, Colorado Casinos, and gold mines.
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The campus of the University of Colorado at Boulder offers a scenic drive through its streets lined with art galleries, music schools, museums, bookstores and more, with the beautiful views of the Rockies in the background.
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P.O. Box 3365, Centennial, CO 80161
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If looking for extended or short adventure-filled vacations, then centennial Canoe Outfitters – Day Tour is what you are looking for. Tours can range between one to five days. You can choose between astronomy, western history, family and other themed guided kayak or canoe tours.
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Quebec and 72nd Ave., Welcome Center, Commerce City, CO 80022
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Visitors can watch bison, prairie dogs, birds and a variety of other wildlife on the trails of Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City, Colorado. Visitors may also enjoy the visitor center with exhibits detailing the refuge's history.
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11500 North Roxborough Park Road, Littleton, CO 80125
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At Chatfield State Park, visitors can enjoy a diverse range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding and more. The park includes multiple lakes and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the reservoir. There is also a separate dog training area.
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Flagstaff Mountain offers spectacular views of Boulder. The Flagstaff Summit Nature Center is located at the summit and provides a place for guests to familiarize themselves with wildlife, plants and the history of Boulder Mountain Parks.
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Home to the University of Colorado Buffaloes since 1924, Folsom Field has been the site of many memorable college football games. With an expanded seating capacity to more than 53,000, plan your visit and root on the Buffs today.
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An historical part of the Boulder community, the Fox Theater is a popular place for showcasing musical talent. Award winning, this venue has been noted in national publications such as The Rolling Stone.
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6631 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121
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A park and recreation district, South Suburban Parks & Recreation manages nearly 3,800 acres of developed park land and open space. The district features athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, recreation centers, golf courses, ice arenas, hockey rinks and recreational programs.