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1. Buffalo Bill Memorial Museum & Grave
- William F. Cody, known to the world as "Buffalo Bill," was buried here on Lookout Mountain above Golden in 1917. He attained fame through his "Wild... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: The drive to Buffalo Bill's Museum and Grave is beautiful and makes the trip to this attraction even...
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3. Heritage Square
A family-oriented shopping, dining, and entertainment village with a Wild West theme, Heritage Square features some Victorian specialty shops,...
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4. Applewood Golf Course
- This golf nugget is unlike any other course in Colorado. Spanning 6,229 yards, its natural terrain has been retained so that the par 71 course... read more
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5. Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum
- A rockhounder's paradise, this museum exhibits mineral collections from all over the world. Examples of exhibits include "Clear Creek Cave Gemstones,"... read more
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6. Colorado Railroad Museum
- Established in 1958, this museum was created to preserve an important part of Colorado history and, in particular, the narrow gauge mountain railroads... read more
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7. Astor House Museum
- Constructed in 1867 by Seth Lake, the Astor House was the first stone hotel built west of the Mississippi River. It provided lodging for the legislators... read more
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8. Coors Brewing Company
- Who was Adolph Coors? What was the Coors Company's original name and how did it survive the prohibition years? You will find all of this out and... read more
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9. Mother Cabrini Shrine
- This shrine serves as a place of annual pilgrimage and prayer for thousands of visitors. Built in 1954, it pays tribute to Mother Frances Xavier... read more
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10. Golden Gate Canyon State Park
- A mere 30 miles west of Denver, this 14,000-acre park is a haven for extreme outdoor enthusiasts, weekend frolickers, and leaf peepers alike. Unpaved... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Golden. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
