- Our list of the best things to do in Golden, Colorado, features the top 382 nearby activities — including 154 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Golden, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 33 things to do within the city of Golden, CO , followed by 349 popular activities in nearby cities, including Boulder, Denver, Littleton, Idaho Springs, Wheat Ridge, Broomfield, Arvada, Westminster, Aurora, Evergreen, Morrison, Englewood, Thornton, Lakewood, Central City, Commerce City, Black Hawk, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Brighton, Fraser, Westminster, Estes Park and Northglenn
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17.2 Miles
The Colorado Chautauqua is one the last few operational Chautauquas in the country which hosts a wide range of events including lectures, music performances, movies and more.
17.3 Miles
The Flatirons are a series of five hogback ridges found along the eastern slope of the Green Mountain and are much frequented by rock climbers and hikers. Images of these rock formations also serve as the city symbol of Boulder.
17.4 Miles
95%
20 votes
Commerce Center CIR , Suite 300, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
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Science and creativity are the ingredients that bring out the exceptional flavors of Grist Brewing Company Beers. The company features its extensive selection of porters, IPAs, ales and hefeweizens in restaurants and stores throughout Colorado.
17.5 Miles
85%
466 votes
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.
17.5 Miles
87%
15 votes
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.
17.6 Miles
Phoenix Gold Mine is an old mine rich in gold ore and is a local venue for a variety of guided tours. The guides are knowledgeable and offer helpful tips concerning panning for gold in the nearby stream.
17.6 Miles
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.
17.6 Miles
94%
82 votes
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.
17.6 Miles
82%
170 votes
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.
17.7 Miles
86%
244 votes
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.