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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.

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When to visit Idaho Springs

Idaho Springs in April
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Idaho Springs in April
Estimated hotel price
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 73 km from Idaho Springs. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air Canada, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Idaho Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Idaho Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 45 km from Idaho Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Drive Rental Cars, among others, in Denver.

Plane

Although Idaho Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 73 km from Idaho Springs. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air Canada, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Idaho Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Idaho Springs is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 45 km from Idaho Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Drive Rental Cars, among others, in Denver.

Airports near Idaho Springs

EGEVail Eagle County
COSColorado Springs
DENDenver Intl

Airlines serving Idaho Springs

Lufthansa
Good (8,276 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,586 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,099 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,769 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,379 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,623 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Idaho Springs

Most booked hotels in Idaho Springs

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The Silver Lake Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 138 reviews)
$175+
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Uplift Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 575 reviews)
$189+
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Club Hotel Colorado
2 stars
Excellent (9, 67 reviews)
$183+
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Century Casino & Hotel - Central City
3 stars
Excellent (8, 664 reviews)
$110+
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Argo Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 260 reviews)
$99+
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Columbine Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 677 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Idaho Springs

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50.