Golden’s most famous attraction! Tours include a look at the brewing process and a few samples. These tours book up far in advance, so reserve early if you’d like to go. The brewery is right in town — an easy walk from downtown.
Saturday mornings, ~8am–1pm Browse fresh produce, baked goods, and local crafts. Located right downtown, just a short walk from most hotels.
If the weather’s warm, tubing down Clear Creek is a Golden classic! You can rent tubes right in town, and the company will shuttle you back to the starting point. Also a good spot to rent e-bikes if you’d rather cruise along the river path.
A lively food hall with a rooftop patio overlooking the foothills. Choose from multiple food stalls and enjoy the self-pour beer wall. It’s a fun group-friendly spot, right in downtown.
A beautiful hiking option very close to town. The Gateway Trailhead is just over a mile from downtown Golden (walkable in about 20 minutes, or a quick Uber/Lyft). Trails range from easy walks to more adventurous climbs.
A paved walking path that runs right through downtown. Perfect for a casual stroll or to watch kayakers in the water.
History + sweeping views of Denver and Golden. It’s about a 10-minute Uber/Lyft ride up the mountain.