Golden Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Yoho National Park featuring kayaking or canoeing, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Golden
Golden
Yoho National Park featuring a lake or waterhole, tranquil scenes and kayaking or canoeing

Base yourself here to hike in the surrounding national parks, get your adventure fix on the slopes year-round and dine out in Canada’s highest restaurant.

Situated at the confluence of the Kicking Horse and Columbia rivers, with the Purcell Mountains and the Canadian RockiesOpens in a new window providing a backdrop, Golden is set in a true natural wonderland.

Start off with a stroll around this friendly little town of just under 4,000 residents to take in the scenery. Cross over the Kicking Horse River on the Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge, which at 150 feet (46 meters) is one of Canada’s longest pedestrian bridges. Watch the kayakers and rafters zoom beneath the bridge in summer.

Have lunch in the highest restaurant in Canada by taking the gondola from the Kicking Horse Mountain ResortOpens in a new window up to the scenic Eagle’s Eye Restaurant.

Get your pulse racing by trying kayaking and rafting for yourself. Make a visit to Mount 7 for paragliding or try the Moonraker Trails for spectacular mountain biking. Of course, you can also take your activities at a gentler pace, with horseback riding or a round of golf.

Visit in winter to take advantage of the great range of wintersports available. Head up to the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort for skiing and snowboarding on its 4,133 feet (1,260 meters) of vertical terrain. Have a blast on one of the many snowmobile trails in the area or go extreme with heli skiing in Bugaboo Provincial Park.

Head out into the surrounding national parks to experience the vastness and diversity of the region. Glacier National ParkOpens in a new window and Yoho National Park are in close proximity while four other parks are a bit farther out. Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery with one of the many hikes available. Visit in spring to see colorful wildflowers set against the backdrop of snowcapped peaks.

Relax in the evening with drinks or a tasty meal in the town of Golden. At The Golden Taps in the center of town try one of the craft beers and meet the friendly locals.

Golden may seem dwarfed by the vast landscape surrounding it, but a big heart beats within the town, a great base to explore that majestic wonderland.

Mary's Motel

Mary's Motel

2 out of 5
603, 8th Ave North, P.O Box 322, Golden, BC
The price is NZ$240 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$240
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Golden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.6/10 (1,048 reviews)
"Great room for the price. Very comfortable beds and pillows. Basic and adequate facilities in the room. Room is “older” but clean. There is a microwave and fridge with a small freezer compartment to freeze cooler blocks. Easy walk into town for bars/ restaurants and supermarket."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Mary's Motel
Golden Village Lodge

Golden Village Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1439 LaFontaine Road, Golden, BC
The price is NZ$317 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$317
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Golden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,223 reviews)
"Room was very clean & check in went smoothly"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Golden Village Lodge
Prestige Inn Golden

Prestige Inn Golden

3 out of 5
1049 Trans Canada Highway North, Golden, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Golden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Rooms were not very sound proof but everything was excellent still. Very clean"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Prestige Inn Golden
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Getaway Cabin Ideal For Groups Exploring Rockies

Getaway Cabin Ideal For Groups Exploring Rockies

Golden
Stay at this cabin in Golden. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction Wapta Falls Trailhead is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Awesome cabin in Kicking Horse River valley with great mountain views (including Chancellor Peak) right from the porch. Quiet and relaxing evenings with fresh mountain air to wake up to in the morning. Great location to take day rafting trip."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Getaway Cabin Ideal For Groups Exploring Rockies
Cozy and Bright, newly renovated two bedroom suite. Only minutes from downtown!

Cozy and Bright, newly renovated two bedroom suite. Only minutes from downtown!

Golden
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Golden. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Golden Skybridge and Kicking ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Cute little suite in Golden
"Great place to stay. You can tell it was newly renovated and it was decorated great. Spacious 2 bedroom with large bathroom. Had everything we needed and more. If I ever came back to golden I would def stay here again!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Cozy and Bright, newly renovated two bedroom suite. Only minutes from downtown!
The Off-Grid Red Yurt in the woods

The Off-Grid Red Yurt in the woods

Blaeberry
Stay at this cabin in Golden. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Center and Burges ...
The Off-Grid Red Yurt in the woods
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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