Shopping on Golden

Walk and Shop in Historic Downtown Golden

Stake a claim in Golden! Discover treasures to spy…and some to buy…as you take your morning stroll through Golden's historic downtown. Fame and fortune made Golden Colorado's Territorial Capitol in 1862.

Marvel at the many artifacts of the American West. Learn about the art of quilting at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, mingle with the memorabilia at the Golden Pioneer Museum, critique fine art at the Foothills Art Center, or find additional Americana on the 12th Street Historic Walk and at the Colorado Railroad Museum.

Sample Western Style and Colorado wares from quaint shops nestled among historic Victorian buildings along Washington Avenue. For that special momento, choose anything from a hand made teddy bear to a ten-gallon hat.

Stop for lunch. A smorgasbord awaits you… every favorite from deli to pizza and varied atmospheres from Chinese to Victorian. Eat hearty to prepare for your afternoon adventure.