Rachel's Guidebook
Food scene
Bonfire Burritos
2221 Ford StreetAnother Golden favorite. Local hangout.
Be prepared to wait in a long line, but pretty darn good burgers and laidback vibe.
41 locals recommend
Bob's Atomic Burgers
1310 Ford StBe prepared to wait in a long line, but pretty darn good burgers and laidback vibe.
Nice atmosphere, friendly hosts and good food.
88 locals recommend
Sherpa House Restaurant and Culture Center
1518 Washington AveNice atmosphere, friendly hosts and good food.
Thai Gold Restaurant
714 14th StGood food, in the neighborhood.
Cafe 13
1301 Arapahoe StGreat community place downtown and good food and baked goods.
Tributary Food Hall
701 12th StCasual, trendy, place to try. Check it out.
Sightseeing
Check it out, it’s just up the road a bit. Interesting old mining town turned into giant casinos. Still some great historical places to visit.
77 locals recommend
Central City
Check it out, it’s just up the road a bit. Interesting old mining town turned into giant casinos. Still some great historical places to visit.
Golden Gate Canyon State Park
92 Crawford Gulch RdNature lovers.
Hiking
Trailhead is just up the street. Hike to the top of castle rock!
23 locals recommend
South Table Top Mountain
Trailhead is just up the street. Hike to the top of castle rock!
North Table mountain trailhead just north of Golden off highway 93
37 locals recommend
North Table Mountain
North Table mountain trailhead just north of Golden off highway 93
Adventure
Nice paved trail beside the river. Great tubing place in the summer you can rent inner tubes.
34 locals recommend
Clear Creek Whitewater Park
1201 10th StNice paved trail beside the river. Great tubing place in the summer you can rent inner tubes.
Bars and Breweries
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington AveHistoric bar and concert hall recently renovated.
Golden City Brewery
920 12th StFavorite brewery for locals. Great hometown atmosphere!
Neighborhoods
Colorado School of Mines