4.5Denver Union Station(3.407 reviews) - Great Experience Monday: 6:30 AM - 11:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites
Denver Union Station is an urban transit hub and a high-energy, mixed-use destination featuring James Beard, award-winning chef-driven restaurants, locally curated retail shops, and the luxurious Crawford Hotel. Union Station is Denver's most iconic gathering place for locals and visitors alike.See more..
5.0Cliff Palace(1.475 reviews) - 30 Min Tour to History Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
An ancient cliff dwelling in Mesa Verde National Park.See more..
4.5Molly Brown House Museum(1.457 reviews) - Love this tour! Monday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Historic Sites
This antique-filled Victorian house was the home of Margaret "Molly" Brown, not only a famous survivor of the Titanic, but so much more. Enjoy our 2022 summer exhibit, "Heroine of the Titanic" available to all guests. Explore on your own or join us for a guided tour. Entry to the Museum is every 20 minutes throughout the day. We strongly encourage our guests to purchase tickets in advance since we often sell out and hate to turn people away.See more..
5.0Balcony House(867 reviews) - Rigorous but very doable if you are over 65. Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
There is some uneven terrain, ladders and a short crawl but not overly difficult. The crawl area is short but narrow so someone extremely wide in the hips would not make it thru. Both my knees are replaced and I had no difficulty walking or crawling. If you plan to do this tour get onto the reservation site at 8am MT 14 days before you planned date. Our ranger guide Rachel was fantastic. We had her the day before as well for the long house tour. See more..
4.0Dinosaur Ridge(533 reviews) - Fun tour with fun guide! Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
This hidden gem is home to numerous fossils from the Cretaceous and Jurassic periods. Explore dinosaur tracks, visit the exhibition hall, and dig for fossils at two play areas. The informative bus tour is highly recommended; otherwise it's an uphill walk for about half of the way. If you opt for the bus, sit on the right side for the best views. Before you leave, stop at the souvenir shop for some affordably priced trinkets. It can get rather hot in summer, so plan your trip during the cooler months for a more comfortable experience. – TripadvisorSee more..
This historic site is about an hour from I-25 and if you enjoy old west history you'll really appreciate this old fort. This is actually a trading post not a military fort and they rebuilt it based on the foundation and surviving descriptions. The staff dress in period clothes and relate the history of the trading post. They've put in a lot of effort to make the place look period and you can freely wander around it. They have an 18 minute video to give you the history of the fort.See more..
4.5Petroglyph Point Hike(275 reviews) - Three Mile Loop Hike with Petroglyphs and more Historic Sites • Hiking Trails
A flat 3-mile hiking trail in Mesa Verde National Park.See more..
This is a 1891 silver mine that is being restored and open- free to see. It has rock and mineral collecting, old buildings, its own museum and mine buildings. We are working on opening the underground for tours and continuing to restore six old structures.The 1891 tunnel was opened in June 2014 and opened to the public in 2018 for the first underground mine tours. In 2021 we opened 2 more mine tours giving you options of 3 mine tours now. With 2 more tours coming in 2022 we are the only mine that gives you options of tours. The best time you can have in Creede, Colorado. Visit our free museums and see great mineral collections from mines i worked for along with a historic photo gallery room. Great vistas and overlooks you and your loved will leave with memories that will last a lifetime. You will visit no other place quite like this place, Come see the number one thing to do in Creede, Colorado according to multiple travel sites, Tripadvisor, Google, Yelp and others See you there.See more..
Bachelor Loop was beautiful. I have a Mazda 3 and decided that because the road is very rough and steep in places to go in reverse direction of the guided tour. Be sure to have good tires and know to use your gears! Four wheel drive vehicles are recommended.See more..
4.5Rosemount Museum(202 reviews) - Great staff Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
The grandeur of a bygone era awaits you at Rosemount, a Victorian house museum built in 1893 by prominent businessman John A. Thatcher. The 24,000 sq. foot mansion was designed by noted New York architect Henry Hudson Holly. Nearly all furnishings, accessories, decorative arts, paintings, custom paneling, wall and window treatments are original to the home. Guided tours take an hour to an hour an half and guests learn about the house, the family, Victorian culture and early Pueblo history. See why Rosemount has been called "Colorado's Crown Jewel." Visit Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm.See more..
4.5New Sheridan Hotel(200 reviews) - Great prices, amazing history, lots of fun! Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
In 1896, presidential candidate William Jennings Bryan condemned the gold standard, famously forecasting that it would “crucify mankind upon a cross of gold.” He delivered that speech at the New Sheridan Hotel.See more..
Visit history in the valley of the Garden of the Gods! Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site is a living history museum and farm, depicting life in the Pikes Peak region. We representing American Indians circa 1775, homesteading in the 1860's, farming, gardening, and boarding tuberculosis patients in the late 1880's, 19th Century Blacksmiths, and Edwardian privileged lifestyle up to 1909. The Ranch was added to the National Register of Historical Places in 1979.See more..
3.5Heritage Square(171 reviews) - GO!!...before it closes! Affordable entertainment for kids. Historic Sites
This recreation of a 19th-century, Victorian West village has a variety of shops and amusements.See more..
4.5Tread of Pioneers Museum(170 reviews) - Museum hosts a great historical walking tour Monday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Libraries • History Museums
Official site of the Tread of Pioneers Museum! The Tread of Pioneers Museum features a 1908 Queen Anne-style Victorian home with turn-of-the-century furnishings. On display are various ranching, mining and pioneer life artifacts from Routt County, a comprehensive History of Skiing exhibit, as well as a Native American arts display. Our Western room, home of an extensive firearms collection, traces our agricultural history and the story of an infamous outlaw, Harry Tracy. Special museum features are a computer interactive exhibit, Kids Scavenger Hunt, oral history library, local history research library, unique museum gift shop, and a historic photograph collection.Location: Corner of 8th and Oak in downtown Steamboat Springs.Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for seniors over 62; $2 children for children ages 6 - 12; children under 6 years are free. Routt County residents are free with I.D.See more..
4.5Peterson Air & Space Museum(162 reviews) - Great Museum Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Historic Sites • Science Museums
The Museum preserves and portrays the rich aviation and space history of Colorado Springs and Peterson Air Force Base. From our barnstormer beginnings in the Roaring Twenties, through the daring exploits of our World War II pilots and into the modern space era, our exhibits are sure to capture your attention. The museum is open to the public even though the museum is on an active Air Force installation. All that is required is for non-military ID card holders and groups to call us or submit a request on our web site a minimum of one day in advance of your visit (before noon MDT) to arrange for a pass and detailed instructions (https://petemuseum.org/visitor-information/). A State or federal issued Photo ID is required for all Non-DoD visitors over 18. Drivers will need to have proof of insurance and registration for their vehicles. Non-US Visitors: allow an additional day.See more..
4.5Historic Olde Town Arvada(128 reviews) - Old Town Arvada like a Local Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Olde Town Arvada was a very enjoyable place to stay near during our recent vacation. The restaurants and live entertainment were exceptional. There’s a laid back vibe that seamlessly melds with the delicious eclectic menus. Shopping is fun and prices are reasonable. We felt far more like a local than a tourist. Denver is a 30 minute train ride so if your looking to visit the city this is a great place to stay and then come back to at the end of the day. We ended up spending far more time in Arvada than in downtown Denver but with the station only a short walk from our hotel the city was easy to access. The city is working on making the two main streets in Olde Town walking streets which makes the area even more walker friendly. Most places close relatively early but on weekends some stay open later. By 10:00 am most places are open. The coffee shops and breakfast establishments (Bread Winners highly recommended) open earlier.See more..
4.5Hotel de Paris Museum(120 reviews) - Wonderful glimpse of the 1800s Monday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
Louis Dupuy’s Hotel de Paris (1875) is a former French inn, located in the Colorado Rockies, with an English style interior, built by Chinese laborers. The boldly refashioned and reimagined futures of the hotel’s proprietors and workers illustrate the possibility of second chances through reinvention in the Western United States. Hotel de Paris Museum™, a Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, is owned and operated by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in the State of Colorado. Hours may vary. Call or go online for details.See more..
4.5High Line Railroad Park(76 reviews) - History lesson Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Parks • History Museums
Get your fill of Breckenridge's railroad history at the High Line Railroad Park. This outdoor site is great for families and visitors of all ages. Outside, the park includes Engine No. 9, one of the original locomotives that served Breckenridge in the late 1800s, as well as a boxcar display, caboose, and a rotary snowplow that was used to clear the tracks of snow. Kids will love playing at the railroad themed playground park and "blowing" the whistle for Engine No. 9. Picnic tables dot the park - a great spot for a family picnic. Parking available next to the park. Restrooms located in the Ice Arena. This is a great stop for families visiting Isak Heartstone, the Breckenridge Troll. We are located across the parking lot from the start of the new troll train. Please note this is a static site; we do not offer train rides.See more..
My parents are energetic and like to explore so when they visit we always look for new things to do and see. Somehow, even after living eight years in Denver we had not found this great historical site. The mansion is free to tour on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9-2pm. There are plenty of grounds to walk during nice weather and the inside is full of wonderful historic rooms tow explore. My kids had a great time peeking into the different closets and finding out how people lived in the late 1800's and early 1900's. I would recommend this to everyone. See more..
4.5Mayflower Gold Mill(52 reviews) - Must see hidden gem! Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
The American West once had hundreds of precious metal mills. Now, most are in various stages of ruin. One important exception is the Mayflower Mill, (or the Shenandoah-Dives Mill) located two miles northeast of Silverton. A National Historic Landmark, this wonderful piece of mining history is open to the public. Witness first hand how the miners were able to extract gold, silver and base metals from the hard rock ores in this complete processing mill. The San Juan Mountains of Southern Colorado were one of the last ranges to be prospected. Although some prospectors were still looking for placer gold, it was becoming quite evident that if any wealth was to be made in the San Juans, it was going to be in underground lode mining.See more..
4.5Camp Amache(49 reviews) - A part of Americna history that is usually hidden Historic Sites
First off, this place is hard to get to. It is in southeast Colorado, near the Kansas border, a good 3 hour drive from Colorado Springs. Camp Amache has a small sign indicating where to turn (it is about a half mile west of Granada). There is no visitor center, few signs, and probably no other people (we were the only ones there at that time). At the entrance to the camp you will find a few plaques explaining what you will see. Once you drive into the camp to the left of the signs, all you will see are unpaved dirt roads and ruins of what once was a Japanese internment camp. I HIGHLY HIGHLY reccommend you download the audio tour from the Amache Preservation Society, http://www.amache.org/, it will help make sense of what you are seeing) and take a photo of the camp with your phone (map is on one of the plaques, or print out your own). This camp is likely the most realistic historic site you will ever see because it is so infrequently marked (could change years from now). You will get a feeling of isolation when you drive alone on dirt roads with no one and nothing around you. There are some guard towers which still stand to remind you of the oppression the camp residents faced when imprisoned, a marker mentioning a school which once stood there, a post office which once stood near the high school and security facilities, the rubble from the bunkers where hundreds of people were crammed into tiny living quarters. The only knock on the site is that there are few markers and if you don't follow the CD to a T you will be lost and the site may make you feel claustraphobic as you try to find your way past stone and the remains of a barbed wire fence. However, if reality is what you want and to be able to make your own path, this is a very interesting place, one which is definitively worth the drive.See more..
4.0Trinidad History Museum(47 reviews) - Wonderful Museum Complex with a lot to see Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Historic Sites • History Museums
Explore Trinidad’s past and its place in the American West at the Trinidad History Museum. The museum features several attractions on one block in Trinidad's acclaimed historic district. Tours of the historic Bloom Mansion and Baca House take place each day at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.See more..
4.5Centennial Village Museum(44 reviews) - Gives you a real feeling of life 100 years ago Historic Sites
The museum is open Fridays and Saturdays only. We visited on a Friday in July, and were almost the only ones there. Costumed guides outnumbered visitors. We were able to visit every building, even the locked ones, because we were accompanied by a guide. We were able to compare notes with the retired Lutheran pastor of Swedish extraction, and felt the character of the "Swedish" house in particular. Blazing hot, so no outdoor cooking exhibition. Visit on a Friday and avoid the crowds!See more..
This heritage center is more than a museum, and a stage. It has actual period buildings with actual equipment and vehicles in an actual depiction of how life once was in the area. Much of it is outdoors, hands on, and very informative. It is also easily located right off a main road, inexpensive, and near a variety of shopping and restaurants. It is a must see for anyone visiting the area, and interested in its history.See more..
4.5Francisco Fort Museum(43 reviews) - Historical Museum in La Veta Temporarily closed - Closed until May 27, 2023 Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
In continuous use since 1862, walking into the cool adobe buildings is truly stepping back in time! 10 Rooms in the fort, plus other historic buildings on the property (1890 saloon, 1876 log school house, working blacksmith forge, mining building, etc) is more than just artifacts and collections! Special events, educational programs, guided and self-guided tours run from Memorial Day - Labor Day. Group tours, special functions, etc upon request.See more..
This restored turn of the century village where a thriving apple packing business once existed is now a historical site with docents dressed in period clothes who describe life at that time.See more..
Remote to visit, but on the way to Hovenweep for me so I took the time to have a look. Lowry Pueblo does not represent a homogenous unit built at once. It was added to and modified six or seven times at least. Approximately 40 rooms, some under roof for protection. The Great Kiva at Lowry Pueblo is considered one of the northernmost Great Houses connected to the Chaco Canyon culture. It is also very large, about 30 feet in diameter. It was considered the ‘drawing card’ which caused people to settle again and again at this site. On its floor are two unique stone features (in my view, slightly resembling Kokopelli) that may be symbols of winter people and summer people – a Great Kiva feature not seen anywhere else. Picnic tables and easy access to the whole site once you are here.See more..
Fort Collins has Franklin Avery to thank for the wide streets in Fort Collins; he took advantage of the open spaces when he surveyed the town in 1873. Avery later founded First National Bank and was instrumental in developing water projects that enabled agriculture to flourish in northern Colorado. In 1879, he and his wife Sara built a family home on the corner of Mountain Avenue and Meldrum Street and raised their children, Edgar, Ethel, and Louise, there. The original two-story home consisted of two rooms on the first floor, now the entry area and dining room; three bedrooms upstairs; and a basement. Constructed of sandstone from local quarries, the house cost $3,000 when it was built. During the ensuing years, the Averys added to the house several times; the final addition included the distinctive Queen Anne tower. Poudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc., was formed in 1972 and manage the house along with the City of Fort Collins.See more..
4.0Boggsville(24 reviews) - A true hidden gem for history buffs! Historic Sites
Having spent a few hours at Bent's Old Fort a short drive down the road and seeing a reference to Boggsville at the Fort, I am glad that I skipped lunch and drove to the "off the beaten path" history gem. The walking history trail as you enter the property is a must as it adds prospective to the center of the original homestead building. The Old Bents Fort and the founders and original inhabitants of Boggsville are intertwined with the Bent family and siblings and children.See more..
Replica of a Historic Trading Post built in the 1830's. Experience the frontier on the Old Spanish Trail. History of Antoine Robidoux and Fort Uncompahgre. Learn about when furs were money!See more..
5.0Redstone Castle Tours(20 reviews) - Redstone Castle is Amazing, Educational and Nostalgic Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Castles
Tour Redstone Castle once again. The Castle underwent a restoration in 2018, and areas of the building that have never been open to the public are now open for viewing. Please view the website for tour tickets and times. The Redstone Castle is a turn-of-the century jewel completed in 1902 for industrialist and coal magnate John Cleveland Osgood. At the time, Osgood was one of the wealthiest people in the United States, purportedly ranking sixth. It is also known as Cleveholm Manor, its original name. The Castle anchors the mountain hamlet of Redstone, in the magnificent Crystal River Valley still dominated by beautiful, wide-open spaces and undisturbed nature. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, the Castle provides a unique glimpse into the personal styles and social culture of America’s elite at the turn of the 20th Century.See more..
4.5Beecher Island(12 reviews) - Love Beecher Island Historic Sites
We have been going to Beecher Island Days for a long time except for year 2020. We love going camping there even if nothing is going on. It is a beautiful place to camp and enjoy the quietness, the trails, the history of the area and going to bed at night listening to the animals. I am so glad the organization has not turned it over to the government. Thank you so very much Beecher Island Association for keeping it that way. Betty & Bud AndersonSee more..
4.0Hildebrand Ranch(12 reviews) - Great for a gentle, 5 mile loop hike Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Hildebrand is nice for winter and shoulder seasons, with an easy 5-mile loop hike and options to connect to other open space.See more..
Wow this was just amazing. We hiked up and went through. Beautiful and so much history. Seeing it from the road was just not as amazing as standing right in front of it. A must see!!See more..
4.5Deadman Lookout(11 reviews) - Beautiful! Sky as far as the eye can see! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts
My wife and I love it here. Worth any difficulties due to ruggedness of nature! It is beautiful the way to the tower and when enjoying the view from the tower; a wonderful place to visit.See more..
5.0Davis Clothing Co.(10 reviews) - Cool western wear and hats Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Historic Sites
The hats in the window stopped me - they go from a baby size to a huge one that they label as "gives 4 feet of shade". And it looks like it gives more than that. We had to look inside and they have hats, shoes, jeans, bib overalls, boots - pretty much everything a man would wear. They also have conceal carry vests. On top of this - they have tuxedos! There is a nice mural on the side of the building (Delta is known as the city of murals). This mural show all sorts of historic fruit labels from when Delta was a center of orchards. Fun store - even if you aren't shopping, it is a great window shopping spot.See more..
4.0Meeker Massacre Site(10 reviews) - Visit site, learn a bit Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Pretty sad situation. The story boards placed there fell a pretty good story, not so sure if good is right word. Sad to see presidents view of natives from George Washington to thoedore Roosevelt. I was lucky to have the gentleman there that maintains the site to tell me more if the story. Pretty sad historySee more..
4.5Meeker Home Museum(9 reviews) - Oldest house in Greeley Historic Sites
This is the place to visit to get the real feeling of the earliest days in Greeley. Living room features the magnificent mirror and hangings made out of loved one's hair. Clothing includes his daughter's dress. Lots to see.See more..
There is adventure to be had on the back roads. I have traveled many of the roads through southern Colorado from 2006 through current. Wonderful scenery. Even saw the old Spanish trail. Waded across the Rio Grande. Seen wild horses grazing alongside the road. Many old settlements that are disappearing. Adventure in small cafes. Friendly people.See more..
4.5D'Barn Reception Hall(6 reviews) - Wedding venue Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings • Scenic Walking Areas We held my daughters wedding at The D Barn and we cannot say enough about how wonderful it was. It’s clean and absolutely beautiful. Kim (the owner) was on hand to help whenever needed. The yard where we held the ceremony was perfect!!See more..
4.5The Historic Ute Theatre(5 reviews) - Saguache-Not just a highway sign Historic Sites • Theaters • Theatre & Performances
1929 Renovated Theatre..Still in operation Live Theatre-Music & Film..AND serves GREAT FOOD! Amazing Hand Tossed Artisan Pizza-traditional, Pesto, Chicken Bacon Ranch & more. Fabulous Pulled Pork & Italian Sausage Sammi's and Salads. Brats,chocolate, Local Beer & Wine. Espresso.See more..
This is impossible to miss the coke ovens across from the entrance to quaint Redstone. Plentiful parking by the coke ovens. There is an explanatory sign. There is also a memorial to the workers. Drive into small, quaint Redstone. We did not tour the Castle, but did go to the very small, free, unmanned Redstone Museum that area next to free restrooms on the edge of Redstone Park. The Redstone Historical Society purchased, protects, and restored the coke ovens and maintains the museum.See more..
We really enjoyed this District. The history of these homes, and just to look at their individual styles was amazing. If you are into old homes then definitely come check this place out.See more..
5.0Cimarron Canyon Rail Exhibit(4 reviews) - The Little Red Caboose Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
This gem is well worthwhile the diversion off the main highway. The drive through the gorge is spectacular, and then to see the preserved train striding the river is really something. Brought back memories of The Little Red Caboose from my childhood. The short walk to the nearby dam is worthwhile. Nice walks down to river and lunch spot also.See more..
We could see the church from a distance...it looked like a Swiss chalet with the snow capped mountains behind it. Beautifully maintained and a very interesting cemetery; definitely worth a visit if you happen to be in the area. The church is only open for "special events" so this is an outside only experience.See more..
