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.
Flatirons VistaFree4.6Scenic open space trail system offering breathtaking views of the Flatirons
Golden Ponds ParkFree4.6Scenic 88-acre nature park near Denver featuring four ponds and fishing
Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife RefugeFree4.6Explore vast prairie landscapes and spot bison near downtown Denver
Sloan's Lake ParkFree4.6Denver's second largest park offering scenic lake trails and sunset views
Bear PeakFree4.5Challenging mountain peak offering panoramic views near Denver and Boulder
Flatirons North TrailheadFree4.5Explore scenic loop trails and breathtaking views of the Flatirons
Flatirons Vista TrailheadFree4.5Scenic, easy hiking trails offering breathtaking views of the Flatirons.
South Mesa TrailheadFree4.5Scenic Boulder area trailhead providing access to iconic Flatirons hiking trails
Civic Center ParkFree4.4Denver's historic downtown green space connecting major civic and cultural landmarks
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
Boulder ReservoirFree4.1A scenic lakeside destination offering swimming, kayaking, hiking, and mountain views
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
Boulder FallsFreeDiscover the Beauty of Boulder Falls
Chatfield State ParkFreeA scenic outdoor haven for boating, hiking, camping, and water sports.
Cheesman ParkFreeA historic urban park offering expansive green lawns and mountain vistas
Cherry Creek State ParkFreeA scenic urban oasis featuring a reservoir, trails, and camping.
Clear Creek CanyonFreeExplore dramatic granite cliffs, multi-use trails, and whitewater rapids near Denver.
Clear Creek Canyon ParkFreeDramatic canyon scenery, paved multi-use trails, and outdoor mountain adventure
Flatirons TrailFreeIconic sandstone mountain trail offering spectacular front range views near Denver
Flatirons TrailheadFreeScenic trailhead offering panoramic mountain views and easy loop hiking trails
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