We have been to Colorado many times and this remains one of our very favorite things to do! You…read more just can't beat panning for gold in a river stream knowing that you are actually going to find flecks of gold and we have every time! It is so much fun! This year we did the tour of the cave and it was super super interesting me as well and my kids really loved it :-) I did too! Lastly, the chipmunks. You could literally just go for the chipmunks lol! They are so super friendly and so much fun! We cannot recommend this place highly enough!

i'm going out of my way to write this review because this was such a cool experience. I did the…read more"Mother Lode" combo, which includes the main main tour, plus an additional mine tour, which to reach it that requires a quarter mile hike up a trail, and gold panning (after several tries I only found one tiny gold flake, but I got something!). Definitely bring sunscreen for the second tour, as you will be sitting outside in the sun for a little bit. It's cool and refreshing inside the mines, and they're full of history, right down to the wooden shafts that still have numbers painted on them from the miners of 1800s. You will learn about mining history and how harrowing and challenging it was, and see the actual tools they used, and how techniques developed over time. You will see shafts and tunnels you cannot explore but remain from days of old that inspire the imagination. You will also hear some silly ghost stories, and even see how UV light illuminates the rocks and minerals in the mines. Interested in history, gold, geology, or mining? Even if you aren't, take this tour anyway! It's well worth it, and the guides do a great job.

The employees are very nice, equipped with great knowledge. Our tour guide Toren was really fun and…read moreeducational! You would have never known she's only done a handful of tours and is new-ish touring with Argo Mill. The tour was very interesting and living in Colorado for 20+ years, I've always seen the red building driving by Idaho Springs but never thought they had tours available to check out. We panned for gold at the end and that was very fun to learn how to do that. All in all I'd recommend to support local and Idaho Springs to come check them out. The tour is not handicap friendly so if you have a wheel chair it would not be ideal to walk through the mill. Hard hat is for show with the tunnel visit but it was def a fun experience with photo opportunity.

My wife and I tried to take our grandchildren to this attraction but was turned away the first…read moretime. We arrived 45min prior to closing and was told there was no one to assist us with the gold panning and gem stone activity. We left and came back the next morning and the mood wasn't too much better. No one was very friendly which is weird for the area. We told them what we wanted and they told us the amount and led us outside where another employee led us up to a water table. She went and got each of our grandchildren a small bag of sand, did a two minute tutorial and that was it. We are used to most gem mines having a little dirty os sand for the children to actually look through but not here they just poured each child a small bag of pebbles out and all the gem stones were just laying there. I would recommend finding a different location due to the lack of enthusiasm at this Business.

Beautiful area place and thing to do with kids and or adults …read more My son loved it although the train broke that day and we had to be delayed by two Hours . But turns out okay after . Not worth going twice though

It's a cute ride for a family outing... beautiful mountains..... and white water creeks…read more... A little town on our way to Colorado Springs.... You will need a paper ticket even though you have a digital one.... Parking is tough....

We really enjoyed our visit to the museum. It was a hot day in Denver and the museum offered a cool…read moreand interesting place to explore for a few hours. There were lots of art periods and styles featured, which meant there was something for everyone to enjoy. If you are unsure of the experience, it's definitely worth checking out for a few hours.

On a hot summer day when you are over the heat, GO TO THE MUSEUM!! It is nice and cool inside so…read moreyou can stroll until your hearts content and never sweat! On the day that I visited there was a special art event. A ticket included visiting all 3 buildings, and making an art project! It was inspiring to tour the museum and be in awe of the different paintings, pottery, woodwork, bright colors and then be creative! Entry fee for tickets is $22 for adults, $19 for seniors. The museum is so awesome you'll probably want to go back soon so do what I did.... Become a member! They have many different memberships for individuals or families. I chose the dual membership for 2 people and it's $95. It has many benefits so check it out online. Parking can be difficult and it requires paying for parking unless you are smart and use public transportation. That way you can have relax and avoid driving downtown. I love this museum and the ability to take the local train and be dropped off by the free 16th Street bus.

We did a road trip, and this was one of the spots we stopped at. It's the first gold mining town…read morewhen the gold rush started. The town is so small, if you blinked you would miss it. It has a bunch of mom and poo stores. This trip we went into their local museum which was cool and gave you a bit of history about their town. We all loved it and bought some cute souvenirs. Overall, a cute quaint town. Will be back to ski!

Signs out front saying masks required, yet staff inside not wearing them/not wearing them properly…read more Very disrespectful of the staff. Every single guest inside was wearing one, which was noticed and great. The whole staff-not-masked gave me a bad taste about this town since this was the first place I visited. Luckily the rest of the town's establishments were intelligent enough to both have the sign out front AND actually follow it. Hopefully this will be over soon but it's not over yet. Bathrooms for paying visitors only (require a key), and they were dirty. Went to the museum which was $3 or $2 for military and I think $1 for seniors, signs had many spelling mistakes and the exhibits were not very cohesive--there was no progression throughout the museum just random exhibits and artifacts. It would be extremely boring for a child.

Georgetown is the quintessential mountain town! Why you ask? Let's talk about it!!…read more It has plenty to offer year-round! Here's just a few ideas: Spring: Hit the trails in the nearby Mt Evans wilderness and check out some wildflowers in bloom! Craving to get a 14er under your belt? Well Mt. Bierstadt just happens to reside off Guanella Pass! Summer: Take a ride on the Georgetown Loop Railroad! They offer a variety of packages and options for riders. Fall: Fall in Georgetown is a sight to see - after all it is the gateway to Guanella Pass; a popular fall leaf-peeping destination! Winter: In the winter ice fishers' take to the frozen waters of Georgetown Lake. They also hold ice races (think all-wheel and four-wheel drive vehicles skidding and sliding around) too! Not to mention a great variety of year round local businesses and rich history! It was established in 1859 during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and many museums throughout the town offer up tours or speak to the rich history of the area! Yet the town has experienced a boom of new businesses seeking to make their fortunes in this picturesque town! Want to grab a quick drink? Cabin Creek Brewing and Guanella Pass Brewing Company have got you covered! Need a bite to eat? Having made my way to Lucha Cantina I can say that they are tasty AF and will quell your grumbling tummy. Plus so many more options! Def make sure you take the time to explore! Georgetown makes a great stop for the day or a mountain weekend!

While out on a scenic drive, exploring the mountainous roads of Colorado, I came across this old…read morehistoric town. This small town is located 40 miles west of Denver and sits in the front range of the Rocky Mountains at 8,520 feet above sea level and is home to a population of 1,202. There is a local family owned brewery that sits center to a few local restaurants and is surrounded by a variety of small businesses (ice cream shop, antique store etc). Great rest stop for some fresh air, a pint and a quick meal before heading on your way!

Meow Wolf is one of the most entertaining things to do in the Denver area!…read more Meow Wolf is a series of art instillations across the United States, this one specifically being Convergence Station. I won't spoil the story, but there are plenty of things to find with the Q-Pass and by exploring the various "worlds", but even without experiencing the story, it's incredibly fun to just walk around and see what all you can find, and they're constantly updating and adding instillations, which is sure to keep you coming back! Do note that Meow Wolf is an art instillation, don't come expecting an Arcade with games to play and countless things to do, instead think of it as an adult-sized version of those interactive sections at the museums, slightly mixed with a playground, all wrapped in a weird, fun, artsy package, so if that isn't your thing, be warned. Overall, Meow Wolf is an amazing experience that you should definitely try if you're in the area!

Outrageously priced at $55 per ticket for what you saw. There are five floors, but you can't go to…read morethe second. It's a bar with art that they rent out. I don't smoke pot, but I think for those that do, it would be a great psychedelic experience. It was individual rooms created by artists with verrrry creative minds. It felt science fiction weird!! I won't need to return.

What a cute little museum!!! Unexpected and uncrowded. A nice history Estes Park. There are plenty…read moreof exhibits and be sure to go outside to the cabin and other exhibits.

This was the cutest small museum about the history of the town Estes park in Colorado. It has 3…read morebuildings with history art and artifacts. Definitely worth a visit if you come. Maybe takes you 45 mins to and hour to complete. Not to long. You can get it done is less than 30 if you don't actually read anything and just look at what they have. But definitely take the time to read and watch some of the movies they have to offer. You will be surprised at some of it. I won't spoil it so go see for yourself. The town itself IS AMAZING!!!!

It's fine. It's something to do other than the hot springs and that matters in this town…read more For context, Hot Sulphur Springs is a tiny place that is somehow the county seat of Grand County. I presume this goes back to olden tymes when more was going on here. As of my visit, aside from the hot spring, options in this town were a single restaurant, a gas station that closed at 6 PM... and this museum. So if you want to learn a little about this town's past and what made it the county seat, you should check it out. It was a very short drive from the Hot Springs, one could walk if desired, and there is a parking lot, so that wasn't an issue. I also happened to be there on a free day, which was handy. However, admission is very affordable if you are there on a normal day - $8 adults / $7 seniors / $5 children (6-17) / under 5 is free as per https://grandcountyhistory.org. I'm not going to pretend that this was an exciting spot, but it was informative and it should not be overlooked as an option for visitors to the area.

Pioneer Village Museum is part of Grand County museums. Grand County operates a total of seven…read morelocal museums preserved over the century. Pioneer is neat cause the actual spot has a lot of history. The land and general main building started out as the county courthouse (1891-1902) and jail (1897-1937). From 1924-1942 the schoolhouse was built. Kinda funny how the jail was next to the schoolhouse. The exterior shows the original basic structure with updated technology. Aside from the local history, there are several homesteading themes on the grounds and millions of trails in the general vicinity for all your outdoor pleasures. Due east about one hour is the georgeous Grand Lake and Village. Two hours or so is the west entrance to the actual Rocky Mtn National Park (not to be confused withnthe Rocky Mtn Range). Lots of facilities in a 100 mile radius. Safe travelings.