Idaho Springs vacation homes and cabins offer stunning views of the continental divide. Amongst others, the major historical attractions in the city include Idaho Springs City Hall, Argo Tunnel and Mill. Dating back to 1893, the Argo Tunnel extends approximately five miles toward Central City at an average depth of 1,800 feet. Other important attractions near the city are: Echo Lake Park and Brian Hose House. If you would like to explore more, you can also access the popular attractions of Denver and Georgetown by short drives.
Idaho Springs Downtown Commercial District has preserved many buildings belonging to the late Victorian-Era, such as the Hanchett Building, Mining Exchange and Queen Hotel. Here you can view the historic structures such as the Methodist Episcopal Church and Miner Street Bridge. The church displays great brick-work from the nineteenth century. Miner Street displays wide roadways and cantilevered sidewalks. Its skewed design is quite significant in Colorado.
The popular activities of and around the city include: Driving tours to Mount Evans Scenic Byway, tours to Microbrewery, Phoenix Gold Mine, dipping in the hot springs, historic walking tours in Argo Mine and Mill. Vacationers can also enjoy hiking, skiing and fishing. There are many amusement parks to be enjoyed in Denver for family and kids. It is very close to Idaho Springs vacation rentals.