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More than just a town on I-70: Best things about Idaho Springs, Colorado
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items Driving I-70 out of Denver has become a legend—and instagram account—in its own right, but the little town of Idaho Springs deserves more of your attention than just a quick stopover! It's a super fun, short little main street with character, great f...
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Best restaurants, coffee shops, and snacks in Idaho Springs, Colorado
Favorite brunch ($21 bottomless mimosas!!); great dinner spot too with amazing, local steaks and a great espresso martini
MTN Prime
Pro tip: order to go and pick up at the window, bring it across the street to Yards Taphouse to eat! I, an adult, order the kids chicken tenders with zero shame because they are absurdly delicious, but the whole or half smoked chicken is phenomenal a...
Smokin Yard's BBQ
I may not believe the story that the chef is Michelin-starred, but the housemade ranch is worth the trip alone so … hearty chilis in the winter and great kids menu options. Blood Orange IPA non-alcoholic beer is actually, probably, better than the al...
Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub
Drink
All of the drinks are amazing, including the black coffee (roasted in-house!); the homemade whipped cream is WORTH IT! Pumpkin spice season is perfection.
The Frothy Cup
Great beer selection that rotates, super kid and dog friendly! They do an amazing job of hosting local events and creating a welcoming environment, definitely worth a stop for a beer here!
YARDS TAPHOUSE
An epic dive bar visible from the highway. Don't be a tourist - hang out at the bar and chat with the regulars and bartenders! Also don't skip their special drinks, they make a killer watermelon sangria. Do not, however, order any fancy cocktails :)
The Vintage Moose menu photos - Idaho Springs ...
Visit
A legit gorgeous library with incredible services, aside from just books you can check out camping and hiking gear, cooking stuff, and games! The library is light and bright, an awesome place to work if Frothy's is full.
Idaho Springs Public Library
$8 day pass for an INDOOR POOL WITH A SLIDE, hot tub, sauna, basketball court, and, of course, workout equipment. Great classes though the schedule can be a bit odd, and the basement gym is the stuff of grungy bodybuilder dreams.
Clear Creek Metropolitan Recreation District
As incredible as it was billed. The views from a mountaintop concert are unbelievable. The glass-bottomed gondola is a welcome surprise. It's a great addition to town.
Mighty Argo Cable Car | Historic Gold Mill & Colorado ...