Idaho Springs travel guide
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You're Going to Love Idaho Springs
With a population of 1,728, Idaho Springs is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Idaho Springs to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Idaho Springs
Where to Eat in Idaho Springs
If you’re looking for affordable options, MTN Prime (1600 Miner Street) and Tommyknocker Brewery & Pub (407 Beaver Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Idaho Springs
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Idaho Springs in July, when the average temperature is 53.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Idaho Springs, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
How to Get to Idaho Springs
Plane
Although Idaho Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 45 miles from Idaho Springs. Aspen Pitkin County is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Korean Air, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Idaho Springs departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 03m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Idaho Springs. The train journey from Idaho Springs to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $69 for a 8h 34m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Idaho Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 28 miles from Idaho Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Denver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Idaho Springs, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Idaho Springs takes 285 miles and will cost you around $40. From Albuquerque, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 550 miles.
Airlines serving Idaho Springs
Where to stay in Idaho Springs
Average rates range from around $332 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $601 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Argo Inn and Suites and Uplift Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Idaho Springs
Most booked hotels in Idaho Springs
Renting a car in Idaho Springs
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Idaho Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.