Downtown Golden Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Golden
Popular places to visit
Clear Creek History Park
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Clear Creek History Park during your trip to Golden. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Golden History Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Golden History Center during your trip to Golden. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum during your travels in Golden. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively breweries.
Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum in Golden. Discover the area's mountain views and lively breweries.
Foothills Art Center
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Foothills Art Center in Golden. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
National Earthquake Information Center
After visiting National Earthquake Information Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Golden. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Denver Archery Dodgeball - 75 Minute Indoor Experience
Denver and Foothills Mountain Small-Group Tour
Visit Red Rocks Park, Continental Divide & Breckenridge
Top hotels in Downtown Golden
Hilton Denver City Center
Clean room, responsible staff
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
The room was very nice and clean. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. It would be nice to have an extra blanket in the room for the cold winter nights. Our refrigerator was not working, so that was disappointing. Other than that, we will definitely return. It is a very nice place to ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver
yes, It was delicious and outstanding, so my wife and I enjoyed the breakfast and dinner.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Denver Downtown
The room was awesome! The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was awesome and the eating area was super clean. We also had coffee 24hours which is something we totally appreciated. We are coffee people!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Beautiful hotel!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everyone was very kind and helpful. Also, I was upgraded from a regular room to a suite, which was large and very nice. The second sink, microwave, extra space, and fireplace were all appreciated. I also enjoyed the convenient location with nearby amenities.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Golden
Denver West
Mountain views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Denver West. Make a stop by Colorado Mills Mall or Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park while you're exploring.
Sun Valley
Well liked for its live music and theatres, Sun Valley is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Empower Field at Mile High and South Platte River, and jump on the metro at Decatur Federal Station to get around the city.
Jefferson Park
Travellers like the seafood restaurants in Jefferson Park, and Children's Museum of Denver is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Highland
Highland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by South Platte River and South Platte while in the area.
Auraria
Live music, theatres and restaurants highlight some notable features of Auraria. Make a stop by Ball Arena or Elitch Gardens Theme Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ball Arena-Elitch Gardens Station or Sports Authority Field - Mile High Station to get around town.
Lincoln Park
Art galleries, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Lincoln Park. Sights like South Platte River and Spark Theater are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Denver area at 10th - Osage Station.
