Golden, Colorado, is located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, not far from the capital Denver. Located just 15 miles west of Denver, it has easy access to the Interstate 70 corridor, making it a popular destination for tourists visiting the area, especially hikers, mountain bikers, and skiers.

You can meander through Golden's history by visiting the Golden History Center, starting with the city's first public library and its history as a mining town in the late 19th century.

The American Mountaineering Center is home to one of the largest and most popular mountaineering centers in the world and is a popular destination for mountain bikers, hikers, and climbers of all ages and abilities. It houses the American Alpine Club, the Colorado Mountain Club, and Outward Bound. The old Golden High School building was converted into the American Mountaineering Center, making Golden a research and education center for mountaineers.

As the home of Coors Beer headquarters and brewery, Golden also has a thriving microbrewery scene, including Golden Brewing Company, Cannonball Creek Brewing, Barrels & Bottles Brewery, and Mountain Toad Brewing. In fact, Golden also hosts several beer festivals throughout the year.

Golden houses numerous museums, including the Golden History Club, Astor House Hotel Museum, Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, Colorado Railroad Museum, and the Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum. Golden has numerous national parks, national monuments, and other historical sites as well.

There are a number of restaurants, bars, and shops in the city, as well as a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Enjoy a modern Old West touch in a spacious suite at the Golden Hotel, or take in scenic views of Rocky Mountain National Park and other Colorado State Parks.

In higher education, Golden is home to the oldest university in the state, Colorado School of Mines, which sits on a hill overlooking the city. This renowned university is committed to teaching and research in the field of engineering and applied sciences. Located in the heart of Golden, it serves Golden's needs and population as a hub for research, teaching, and education in a variety of disciplines.

Golden is home to the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra, which has been performing continuously since 1953 and has been performing at the Bunker Auditorium at the Colorado School of Mines since its inception. The city has the highest elevation of any city in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and the second highest in Colorado.

In the 1870s, it became the site of a mining operation, the Golden Mines Company, which still exists today and is home to one of Colorado's oldest and most prestigious schools of mining technology. It is the birthplace of two of America's first mining companies, Golden and Fort Collins.

Today Golden is known as one of the most popular ski resorts in the United States and the second-largest ski resort in Colorado.