- Our list of the best things to do in Lakewood, Colorado, features the top 407 nearby activities — including 161 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lakewood, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 11 things to do within the city of Lakewood, CO , followed by 397 popular activities in nearby cities, including Golden, Denver, Boulder, Littleton, Aurora, Wheat Ridge, Broomfield, Arvada, Idaho Springs, Westminster, Evergreen, Morrison, Englewood, Thornton, Parker, Commerce City, Brighton, Central City, Black Hawk, Castle Rock, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Northglenn, Fraser and Westminster
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8.3 Miles
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13th and Maple St., Golden, CO
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With multiple displays of diverse fossils, minerals, meteorites and gems as well as moon rocks from the Apollo missions, Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum offers an informative and educational experience to visitors. There is also a walk-through mine comprising of UV minerals.
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Golden City Brewery is a local brewing facility which is famous for its Red and Pale Ales among a variety of other beers that it offers. The brewery also maintains a beer garden which offers scenic views of the Lookout Mountain and the historic district.
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Lookout Mountain, reached via a scenic drive to the top, offers panoramic views of the town of Golden, the Coors Brewery and distant downtown Denver. Visitors can also explore the gravesite and museum of Buffalo Bill which is located on the top.
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Life at the turn of the century is in full view when you visit Astor House Museum in Golden, Colorado. The self-guided tour features audio stations explaining the history of the 1867 boarding house and the trail-dusted visitors who stayed there.
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1111 Washington Ave, Golden, CO 80401
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Since 1990, the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum has been dedicated to promoting and preserving the art and beauty of quilt-making. Featuring a permanent collection of more than 250 quilts in all styles and techniques, the museum is a must-visit for quilting enthusiasts.
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7030 Garrison St., Arvada, CO 80004
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With a mission of providing environmental education for youth and the community, Majestic View Nature Center offers many programs and workshops throughout the year. Here students and others can observe birds and wildlife in their natural habitat.
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Chatfield Stables is an equestrian facility offering several horse related services. Visitors to the stables can take a scenic trail ride along the Platte River. Chatfield also offers horseback riding lessons, hay rides, and horse boarding services.
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710 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401
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Open in 2008, the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the heroism, technology, and history of mountaineering. Visit today and learn about the world of rock and mountain climbing.
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Experience first-hand, life in the pioneer era when you step back in time to visit Clear Creek History Park. Stroll around and explore the shops and buildings that are maintained as they were when the first brave settlers lived there.
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A visit to the Golden History Center offers a unique look at a truly American city, Golden, Colorado. Learn about the first T-rex discovery, the history of the world's largest brewery site and more, this is a visit worth making.