Things to do in Denver
Popular picks: Visit the Denver Art Museum for its extensive collection and unique architecture. · Explore the Denver Botanic Gardens for a beautiful outdoor experience. · Take a tour of the Coors Brewery in nearby Golden. · Visit the historic Larimer Square for shopping and dining. · Check out the Denver Museum of Nature & Science for interactive exhibits. · Enjoy a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, a stunning outdoor venue. · Explore the Denver Zoo, home to a wide variety of animals. · Walk around the Civic Center Park and admire the architecture. · Visit the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum. · Take a day trip to the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park. · Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Denver Union Station. · Explore the art galleries in the RiNo Art District. · Visit the History Colorado Center for interactive exhibits on Colorado's history. · Enjoy the local food scene at various farmers' markets. · Take a scenic drive along the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. · Check out the local sports teams at a game.
Sloan's Lake ParkFree4.6Denver's second largest park offering scenic lake trails and sunset views
Adams County Fairgrounds$4.5Versatile event grounds hosting the annual county fair, rodeos, and expos.
Bear PeakFree4.5Challenging mountain peak offering panoramic views near Denver and Boulder
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus$$4.5Interactive hands-on learning and creative play for children in Denver
Denver Center for the Performing Arts$$4.5Experience Broadway tours and theatrical performances at Denver's arts hub.
Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys$4.5Discover intricate miniatures, vintage dolls, and classic toys in Lakewood
Civic Center ParkFree4.4Denver's historic downtown green space connecting major civic and cultural landmarks
Denver Pavilions$$4.4Vibrant outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment complex on 16th Street Mall
Seven Falls$$4.4Experience magnificent cascading waterfalls nestled inside a dramatic Colorado box canyon
St. Vrain State ParkFree4.4A scenic Colorado state park offering fishing, camping, and mountain views
Tarryall ReservoirFree4.4Scenic mountain reservoir offering trout fishing, camping, and mountain views
Downtown Aquarium$$4.3Explore diverse aquatic exhibits and dine alongside massive fish tanks.
Boulder ReservoirFree4.1A scenic lakeside destination offering swimming, kayaking, hiking, and mountain views
Cherry Creek Shopping Center$$4.1Denver's premier shopping center featuring luxury brands and upscale dining.
Elitch Gardens$$4.0Experience thrilling roller coasters and aquatic fun in downtown Denver
Bear Creek Lake ParkFreeExpansive regional park offering camping, hiking trails, fishing, and water activities
- Bear Creek Lake ParkFree
Explore a vast 2,600-acre Lakewood park featuring lakes, trails, and camping.
Boulder CanyonFreeExplore dramatic granite cliffs and scenic creek trails near Denver
Cheesman ParkFreeA historic urban park offering expansive green lawns and mountain vistas
City ParkFreeExplore the Beauty of City Park
Flatirons TrailFreeIconic sandstone mountain trail offering spectacular front range views near Denver
Flatirons TrailheadFreeScenic trailhead offering panoramic mountain views and easy loop hiking trails
Mount Blue SkyFreeExperience dramatic Rocky Mountain vistas along North America's highest road.
Mount HermanFreeExperience steep hikes and sweeping Front Range vistas at Mount Herman.
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