Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Golden December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Golden Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden.dx8009)[Hotels in Golden](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Hotels.d8009.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Golden Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Golden.d8009.Car-Hire-Guide)[Golden Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden.d8009.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Golden, CO ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Golden Types of activities [Golden travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden.dx8009) ![Golden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/190000/190969-Golden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden showing snow, landscape views and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30353-Golden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden which includes railway items and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/237000/237432-Golden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34356-Golden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden which includes signage and railway items](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/237000/237430-Golden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Golden Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Golden has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Golden, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Golden with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Golden Golden is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Golden, and make it a breeze to explore Golden and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Golden to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Golden, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Golden. #### Golden attractions Golden has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Golden to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Golden. Looking for things to do in Golden can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Golden or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Golden attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Golden | Number of things to do | 171 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Denver's Art District Self Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/denvers-art-district-self-guided-walking-tour.a4861270.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | [Denver CityPASS®: Admission to Top 3, 4, or 5 Denver Attractions](/things-to-do/denver-citypass-admission-to-top-3-4-or-5-denver-attractions.a4995604.activity-details)[Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket](/things-to-do/denver-meow-wolfs-convergence-station-admission-ticket.a48928647.activity-details)[Denver: Museum of Nature and Science Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/denver-museum-of-nature-and-science-admission-ticket.a47997455.activity-details)[Denver: Get High on a Mountain Tour with Sunset Views](/things-to-do/denver-get-high-on-a-mountain-tour-with-sunset-views.a47779904.activity-details)[Denver: Puff Pass and Painting Class](/things-to-do/denver-puff-pass-and-painting-class.a48073257.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Denver: Puff Pass and Painting Class](/things-to-do/denver-puff-pass-and-painting-class.a48073257.activity-details)[Best of Denver Bus Tour: Highlights, Views & Local Favourites](/things-to-do/best-of-denver-highlights-views-local-favourites-bus-tour.a49366415.activity-details)[Denver: Archery Dodgeball Indoor Attraction Ticket](/things-to-do/archery-dodgeball-indoor-attraction-ticket.a48149238.activity-details)[Denver Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour - LoDo](/things-to-do/denver-haunted-booze-and-boos-ghost-walking-tour-lodo.a295511.activity-details)[Dark Side of Denver – RiNo’s True Crime and Murals Tour](/things-to-do/shady-side-of-denver-rinos-dark-history-murals-tour.a48266148.activity-details) | | With kids | [Denver CityPASS®: Admission to Top 3, 4, or 5 Denver Attractions](/things-to-do/denver-citypass-admission-to-top-3-4-or-5-denver-attractions.a4995604.activity-details)[Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket](/things-to-do/denver-meow-wolfs-convergence-station-admission-ticket.a48928647.activity-details)[Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation](/things-to-do/denver-beyond-light-show-and-meditation.a44627168.activity-details)[Denver: City centre Aquarium All-Day Pass](/things-to-do/denver-city-centre-aquarium-all-day-pass.a47987561.activity-details)[Denver: Archery Dodgeball Indoor Attraction Ticket](/things-to-do/archery-dodgeball-indoor-attraction-ticket.a48149238.activity-details) | ## What to do in Golden --- ### Popular places to visit ![Union Station](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/544000/544103-denver.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Union Station 4.5/5(21 reviews) You can learn more about the history of Denver when you visit a well-known site such as Union Station. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Union-Station-Denver.d553248633992326167.Attraction) ![Red Rocks Amphitheater showing theatre scenes and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34530-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Red Rocks Amphitheater 5/5(9 reviews) This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-Denver.d500921.Attraction) ![Colorado Convention Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c7f630ba5494e7472847b1bb0c1b97fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colorado Convention Center 4.5/5(5 reviews) During your trip, find out what's happening in Colorado Convention Center, a top convention centre in Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colorado-Convention-Center-Downtown-Denver.d500914.Attraction) ![Empower Field at Mile High](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a8f1e89712b06b98dbfe5a0e77eba3f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Empower Field at Mile High 4.5/5(6 reviews) Catch an event at Empower Field at Mile High during your trip to Denver. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Empower-Field-At-Mile-High-Denver.d500925.Attraction) ![Coors Field](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/82e5a0474b443181e9619363c2958fb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coors Field 4.5/5(5 reviews) Catch an event at Coors Field during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coors-Field-Denver.d500924.Attraction) ![Denver Zoo which includes zoo animals and marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22463-Denver-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Denver Zoo 5/5(3 reviews) This zoo started with a single bear. Now, it’s an award-winning tourist destination housing more than 3,500 animals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denver-Zoo-City-Park.d500928.Attraction) ![Ball Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8769d34c2cfad4cb4587cd1771e7a5ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ball Arena 5/5(1 review) Catch an event at Ball Arena during your trip to Denver. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ball-Arena-Denver.d6071513.Attraction) ![University of Denver](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9ab225376721f4147f58e620ce362f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Denver Walk around the campus at University of Denver as part of your travels around Denver. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Denver-University.d500927.Attraction) ![Denver featuring central business district](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/190000/190792-Denver.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 16th Street 4/5(19 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 16th Street during your trip to Denver. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/16th-Street-Downtown-Denver.d6226469.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Golden ![Central City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/317fed138ad2288f18767443b244fc6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Central City ![City Park featuring a park, a lake or waterhole and autumn colours](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21453-City-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Denver ![Evergreen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8d662100d915e2536c8fb89c13cfff89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Evergreen ![Boulder which includes signage and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/237000/237816-Boulder-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boulder ![Photo by Barry Reese](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4029e82dfa9f45325cea29595fe4a379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Idledale ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Golden? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Golden? ### Is three days enough to stay in Golden? ### Is Golden a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Golden with kids? > - [Denver CityPASS®: Admission to Top 3, 4, or 5 Denver Attractions](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/denver-citypass-admission-to-top-3-4-or-5-denver-attractions.a4995604.activity-details) > - [Denver: Meow Wolf Convergence Station Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/denver-meow-wolfs-convergence-station-admission-ticket.a48928647.activity-details) > - [Denver: BEYOND Light Show and Meditation](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/denver-beyond-light-show-and-meditation.a44627168.activity-details) > - [Denver: City centre Aquarium All-Day Pass](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/denver-city-centre-aquarium-all-day-pass.a47987561.activity-details) > - [Denver: Archery Dodgeball Indoor Attraction Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/archery-dodgeball-indoor-attraction-ticket.a48149238.activity-details) ### What to do in Golden for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Golden? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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