Golden Colorado is at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, near Denver. It is home to the Colorado School of Mines, the Coors Brewery, and the Buffalo Bill grave and museum. Golden is a small but very scenic town nestled next to Clear Creek with views of Table Mountain and Lookout Mountain. It’s a college town, but also a Coors company town, and a hub for outdoors sports and mountaineering. The downtown is very walkable with charming 19th century buildings. There are lots of shops, places to eat, and things to do in Golden!
I love the history of Buffalo Bill, his Wild West show, and especially Annie Oakley, the famous markswoman. So I spent most of my time at the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave on Lookout Mountain above Golden. Lookout Mountain is part of the Denver Mountain Parks system. Buffalo Bill visited Denver many times and stayed in Denver near the end of his life. He asked to be buried at Lookout Mountain and his grave became a tourist destination at the beginning of the 20th century. Johnny Baker, a marksman in the Wild West show and a foster son to Buffalo Bill began the museum as a home for many artifacts from Buffalo Bill’s career.
The museum has exhibits about William F. Cody’s life including his time in the Pony Express and as a US Army scout. The history of the Wild West Show (1883-1915) is also exhibited through well-done displays and artifacts. Annie Oakley and Chief Sitting Bull are honored. http://www.buffalobill.org/
You can look up the dates the Wild West show performed in towns all over the country (this database is also online.) I enjoyed trying to guess if my family saw the show in Pocatello or San Francisco.
Clear Creek runs through the town of Golden and I enjoy eating with a view of the creek. The Golden Hotel overlooks the creek and its Bridgewater Grill has a lovely patio. The menu is American and includes sandwiches and salads. Very delicious! http://www.thegoldenhotel.com/bridgewater-grill/
Prussian immigrant Adolph Coors began the Coors brewery in Golden in 1873, with a partner. Coors is the largest single brewery in the world.
Golden Colorado Map
Next time we visit I’d like to see the Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum, Colorado Railroad museum, and the Astor House.
Resource Links
- http://visitgolden.com/
- Visit Golden
- https://www.millercoors.com/breweries/coors-brewing-company/tours
- Coors Brewery tours
- http://www.goldenhistory.org/
- Golden History Museums include history center, Clear Creek homestead park, and Astor House
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What a cute town! That sounds like a fun place to explore.
Hey Joanne, I’ve gone to Golden a couple times, it’s got a nice college town and old timey vibe.
My husband and I just booked a trip to Estes Park. Having never been to this area, I’m wondering what all we need to do. A friend recommended Golden and then I found your article via Tuesday Talk. Thanks so much for all the information. We will be adding this to our trip for sure!
Thanks for visiting Casa Bouquet! Your Estes Park trip sounds fun. I’m glad the Golden article helps – I’ve also got info on Boulder if you’ve got time!
Enjoyed reading your post about Golden. I’ve spent lots of time exploring Estes Park, but have only driven by Golden. Something to plan for the future!
Hey Debbie, I fell in love with Golden the first time I went. First place I tasted tortilla soup! It’s really worth a visit!
Interesting articles Lisa. Approaching Golden from the west is wonderful too. That drive through Clear Creek Canyon is very scenic.
Hey Patty, Thanks! I’ve been to Golden 3 times, but I always find more to explore!
OMG…we live close to here and love to have lunch in this quaint spot!!
Next time you come visit you should give me shout and we’ll meet you!!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Hey Jodie, Thanks for reading! I’m sure you know more spots to visit. I really like visiting Golden!