The History Buff’s 2-Hour Candlelight Shopping Spree. Shop like Grandma used to at Rockin’ Horse Antiques, experience the art and craft of candle making at Echobana, then browse all the other quaint shops along Washington Avenue in historic downtown Golden.

Sometimes life is so busy, you don’t have time for a two-week or even a two-day vacation.That’s why we invented the 2-hour vacation.  Come up for some mountain biking, museum hopping or a brewery tour. And be home in no time.

Deciding what to do in Golden, Colorado is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Step 1: Pick the type of activity you want.
Step 2: Pick specific places to visit.
Step 3: Map your trip.