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Historic centre · Breckenridge, Colorado
Main Street of Breckenridge
Breckenridge’s historic district, with wooden houses from the gold rush lining Main Street and mining museums.
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About Main Street of Breckenridge
Breckenridge’s downtown is one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. Along Main Street and the cross streets there are more than 200 late-19th-century buildings, wooden houses and storefronts painted in the style of the town’s gold- and silver-mining era.
The town was founded in 1859, during Colorado’s gold rush. Today the old buildings house shops, galleries and restaurants, and the Heritage Alliance, the local historical society, maintains museums and historic houses open to visitors, as well as guided walks around town and tours to old mines in the surrounding area.
In winter, the main street is decorated with lights and serves as a setting for town events.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to three hours.
Best time
Late afternoon, after the slopes, or in summer when guided tours are more frequent.
How to get there
On foot from any point in town; the gondola to the slopes ends a few blocks away.
Tip
The guided tours run by the local historical society reveal mining-era details that can be missed on a solo walk.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Main Street of Breckenridge
What is there to see on Breckenridge’s Main Street?
The 19th-century wooden houses, the shops and galleries in the old buildings, and the museums run by the local historical society.
Are there guided tours of Breckenridge’s historic center?
Yes, the local historical society organizes walks through town and visits to nearby old mines. Check the days on their website.
When was Breckenridge founded?
In 1859, during the Colorado gold rush.