Why go
- Town in British Columbia, Canada.
- Known for Golden SkyBridge is Canada's highest suspension bridge and 426ft above a canyon. Wanna conquer your fear of heights? Give it a go! Kicking Horse River pedestrian bridge..
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.
- Served by Golden Airport.
History
Golden is a town in southeastern British Columbia, Canada, 262 kilometres (163ย mi) west of Calgary, Alberta, and 713 kilometres (443ย mi) east of Vancouver.
Must-see attractions
Outdoor
Airports
Golden Airport 1.4 km to the centre
Golden, BC, CA โ Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron โ plan for the weather on the day.
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May โ September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather โ check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Golden Airport. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Golden, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Tours & experiences
Adventure