Best Things to Do in Denver
Denver is often seen as a gateway city to the Rocky Mountains, but you should still set aside a few days to explore what the city itself has to offer. Central Denver is home to numerous museums, galleries and restaurants. Sports fans are drawn to the lights of Coors Field, while families can spend hours exploring the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The city also features several notable historic sites: For a taste of old-time Denver, start your tour in Larimer Square.
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Why go: Back in 1858, Larimer Square housed the entire Denver community. Although the city has since ... read more»
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Why go: Escape Denver's urban atmosphere with a 15-mile trip southwest to the Red Rocks Park ... read more»
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Why go: Named for Denver's famed beer, Coors Field is a must-see for any sports fan ... read more»
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Why go: Modeled after a Kenyan nature preserve, the Denver Zoo is home to more than 700 ... read more»
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Why go: The 16th Street Mall is the Rodeo Drive of Denver. In fact, this mega-complex consists ... read more»
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Why go: Similar to its more centrally located competitor Elitch Gardens, Lakeside Amusement Park is often labeled ... read more»
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Why go: Brewing since 1873, Coors has become an institution of Colorado worth visiting. "As cold as ... read more»
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Why go: Sitting east of downtown in Cheesman Park, the Denver Botanic Gardens' 23 acres are comprised ... read more»
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Why go: At the epicenter of Denver, the Brown Palace Hotel sets the standard for elegance and ... read more»
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Why go: With exhibits featuring everything from dinosaur bones to Egyptian mummies, the Denver Museum of Nature ... read more»
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Why go: Colorado is world-renowned for their ski slopes and resorts. The closest to downtown Denver -- Loveland ... read more»
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Why go: Nestled among the contemporary architecture of the Capitol Hill district is the Molly Brown House ... read more»
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Why go: With seven stories filled to the brim with works by famed artists such as Georgia ... read more»
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Why go: Even if you hate the sound of excess change rattling around your pockets, the United ... read more»
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Why go: Denverites have been frequenting this beloved amusement park since it was constructed west of Downtown ... read more»
