(I reviewed "city of Golden" but this is more precise.)…read more Loved walking in the downtown area and exploring a couple places including the Humble House Cafe and the Golden Guild Game store. Could've spent all day here easily, only had 2 hours. Fun place to visit!

The best part was the Welcome To Golden sign and the mountains. Otherwise, Golden is a pass for me…read more The main strip of the historic downtown has some shops and restaurants. The shops were all very similar and touristy. The selection of restaurants wasn't too exciting either. Parking was challenging in the area. There was some free parking and some paid lots, but all options were full. I stopped by the Visitor's Center as well. Half the lot was reserved so parking here was a challenge also. They could use some *something* to make it more of an experience and a welcome to the town. Everyone was nice, but it felt empty and the amount of fliers for things felt too sell-y. I wanted to enjoy Golden so much, but it really felt like a tourist trap to me.

This is a beautiful old building and they offer free tours which I highly recommend. Our tour…read moreguide was excellent. To date, we have toured seven different state capitol buildings around the country and have taken a tour in each of them. I would rank this tour very highly. There are a fair number of stairs and walking on the tour so if stairs, walking, or the elevation is a concern, use the elevator during your visit or on the tour. The building is worth visiting to see the marble alone. It is everywhere and it is gorgeous. One of the highlights of the tour was going to the top of the building. There are many, many stairs to take (90? 99? I cannot recall) to get there so keep that in mind. But if you reach the top, you will be rewarded with amazing 360 degree views in all directions. Well worth a visit!

Informative tour guide. James. Loads of information. Saw many artifacts and senate and houseread more

This museum was neat! I brought my 6 and 3 year old with me and they had a fabulous time. The…read morebottom floor seems cluttered when you first walk in, but in all honesty, it's perfect. You get to see so much in such a small space that it makes everything more visibly appealing. I love seeing antiques; it makes history come to life. There is also a theater room where they displayed videos of past fires. The bottom floor has an area towards the back where my boys were able to play. This made the trip worthwhile for them. They were able to dress up like firefighters, play on a firetruck, slide down a firepole, and a few other activities. They looked super adorable in the outfits! Of course as a mom, I took plenty of photos. (: Upstairs is a more intimate setting because it has information about past fires, 9/11, and displays of what life as a firefight was like. They also have a play area for kids with toy sand books. This was helpful to keep my boys occupied while I read and explored the museum at my own pace. When we went, it was vacant. I think only 2 other people came after us. I liked the quiet and serenity of everything. The amount of information given wasn't overwhelming. It was a short and sweet museum that we all enjoyed. We spent a total of 1.5 hours there. In addition, the price is extremely reasonable: $10 for adults and $8 for children. If you have kids, this is worth a visit!

This visit to the Denver Firefighters Museum is for one of my childhood friends, who blogs about…read morefiretrucks on Instagram and works as a 911 dispatcher in Tennessee. We had lots of time to kill before going to the convention center later in the day, so I suggested this museum to my parents when I found it during a random maps search around the city. And to all you parents out there, this museum could save your child's life in the event of a fire. Admission to get in was $9. Getting around the museum is kinda like being in IKEA, where they have footprints on the floor telling you where to go in order. This museum, which is in the shape of an actual fire station and has two floors, shows you the entire history of how and where the 911 dispatch system was first invented, types of firetrucks used over the years, how to dial 911 in case of a fire, where firefighters stay while on the job, and so forth. In the back on the first floor is an educational video of what to do if there's a fire. Upstairs there was so much more, we were shown firefighters' patches from almost every state, which stopped at Pennsylvania for some reason. I guess they're still collecting patches from Rhode Island all the way to Wyoming. I took pics of patches from Kentucky and Massachusetts (where my childhood friend used to live), Maine (where my dad is from), Nevada (where we live), and New Hampshire (where I was born and where my mom is from). It was very interesting seeing all the patches from each county and city in my state of residence. Replicas of dormitories where firefighters stay in while on the job were also shown, which I found very interesting. I took so many pics here but Yelp will only let me add 20 at a time. Don't forget to sign the guestbook upstairs and the survey downstairs before you leave! This was a very educational visit and we're very happy that we got a tour of this museum. If you want something to do in the city, then I suggest visiting the Denver Firefighters Museum!

Great theater - quality acting and productions…read more The venue itself is an old auto mechanic shop and it is still quite chilly and drafty and it is clear the actors smoke inside the building. There's a lot of cement and dark paint and cinderblocks. There are no creature comforts except for a pot of coffee and a drinking fountain. So keep that in mind if you like a glass of wine before the theater. As always - the productions are usually classic and exceptional. So if you are a true theater aficionado, this is exactly what you're looking for! It is theater set in the rawest conditions, and there is something very artsy about that!

Germinal has been around for nearly four decades, and stages four or five shows a year. Seating…read moreabout 100 people, it's small - but, the layout is great, and you should have a decent view no matter where you're seated. Also, I found the seating at Germinal to be much more comfortable than at a lot of other similar venues. So, what should you expect? Well, when they say they're a minimalist theater, they're not kidding! The sets leave quite a bit to your imagination, but (from what I've seen) the acting more than makes up for it. Insider tip: Check their website for specials, as they do run 2-1 tickets, meaning you could see a show for under $12. There is a small lot behind the theater, but just plan on street parking. Also, if you have a choice, bring your clunker. The neighborhood is a little iffy. Overall, I'd definitely recommend Germinal, and I'm looking forward to going back.

This is a nice little stop located within the shops of Idaho Springs main street. The Underhill…read moreMuseum chronicles the history of Idaho Springs as a mining town, with relevant exhibits. There is nothing terribly exciting and it will keep you occupied maybe 15-30 minutes (it is a very small place), but there are a few items worth looking at. Two things really stuck out at me. They have a few vaults/safes including one that you can walk in, along with a series of rocks and minerals that you could show to your children. They also sell historical photos of Idaho Springs and a few other similar pictures. The prices were not terribly expensive from what I recall -- although, there were a few pricier options. Some people may wonder why I gave this place such a good rating. That is because its free. They ask for a $2 donation, and I can respect this miniature museum for what it is. If you're strolling through, its worth a few minutes of your time.

Its four "parks" that decided to team up and advertise together. Most time spent on freeway getting…read moreplace to place. Next to no signage. Really a tour of denver freeways.

Can't handle hikes? Scared of tripping on rocks or ice? Or just plain lazy or sore from adventuring…read moreso much? Then this is an ideal sight for your slothy self to see. After my hike at Lookout Mountain, I wanted to see more vantage points of the city and surrounding scenery. We stumbled upon this gorgeous loop that showcases mountain ranges as well as some plateaus in the city. You could easily just drive around the Lookout Mountain area and pick these sites instead of trekking around in the forest. But I highly recommend that trek if you are able to see it through. Nature is just astoundingly beautiful and precious, and you can tell that the Colorado rangers take really pristine care for their wildlife. Not far away from Denver, this 25 minute drive is the perfect recipe for a fun day of activity. The foothills of the Rockies begin around this area, so you could stop over here before heading out into the ski areas too. Unfortunately, lots of visitors come through this area, and leave their trash astray. If you are blessed to see these sights, DO NOT LEAVE A TRACE.

A relatively small theater that provides a great view from any seat in the house. I've seen a…read morenumber of plays here as part of the Colorado Shakespeare Festival, and the space has always enabled interesting and entertaining staging for some memorable productions.

We had a ghost tour with Will & he was amazing! He has such a great way of telling a story, I cant…read morewait to check out what else you all have in store.

We had a great time on our ghost tour with William! Even though we got rained on, he kept us…read more(mostly) dry, safe and entertained the whole time. I really enjoyed the stories and learned so much about Denver history. I got so into the stories that I had to watch the ghost shows that recorded in two of the homes featured on the tour.