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This is our favorite restaurant, great food, we love the a Hawaiian chicken, Great place for a date night.
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Jing
5370 Greenwood Plaza BlvdThis is our favorite restaurant, great food, we love the a Hawaiian chicken, Great place for a date night.
For Italian food and dinner , while there try the Lamb Ragu.
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Cattivella
10195 E 29th DrFor Italian food and dinner , while there try the Lamb Ragu.
Larimer Square
1430 Larimer StSightseeing
If you going to Denver downtown, you need to make a stop at The 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian and transit mall in Denver, Colorado. The mall, 1.25 miles (2 kilometers) long, runs along 16th Street in downtown Denver, from Wewatta Street (at Union Station) to the intersection of 16th Avenue and Broadway
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16th Street Mall
16th Street MallIf you going to Denver downtown, you need to make a stop at The 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian and transit mall in Denver, Colorado. The mall, 1.25 miles (2 kilometers) long, runs along 16th Street in downtown Denver, from Wewatta Street (at Union Station) to the intersection of 16th Avenue and Broadway
Take family photos, see the art Gallery,
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Meow Wolf Denver
1338 1st StTake family photos, see the art Gallery,
Head south from Denver on a small group tour to two of Colorado’s most majestic places. First, visit Garden of the Gods, a unique geological area with colossal red rock formations. Then take a drive up Pikes Peak, which inspired the song “America the Beautiful.” Have lunch and enjoy a bit of free time or shopping in the charming town of Manitou Springs, then take a scenic drive through the foothills back to Denver.
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Garden of the Gods Club and Resort
3320 Mesa RdHead south from Denver on a small group tour to two of Colorado’s most majestic places. First, visit Garden of the Gods, a unique geological area with colossal red rock formations. Then take a drive up Pikes Peak, which inspired the song “America the Beautiful.” Have lunch and enjoy a bit of free time or shopping in the charming town of Manitou Springs, then take a scenic drive through the foothills back to Denver.
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Every spring the City Nature Challenge provides city-dwelling naturalists with the opportunity to observe and document the wildlife. it's all about the beauty of nature.
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Jardines Botánicos de Denver
1007 York StEvery spring the City Nature Challenge provides city-dwelling naturalists with the opportunity to observe and document the wildlife. it's all about the beauty of nature.
Zoológico de Denver
2300 Steele St
Museo de Arte de Denver
100 W 14th Ave PkwyMuseo de Ciencias Naturales de Denver
2001 Colorado BlvdAcuario del centro
700 Water StVisitors looking for things to do around Denver in addition to in the city itself are encouraged to take a drive on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. This 28-mile road, which can be reached via a 40-minute drive, is a great way for you to fully experience the Rocky Mountains. In fact, it is the country's highest paved road, gaining more than 7,000 feet in elevation and reaching 14,130 feet at its highest point.
As you are making your way into the mountains, you will come across several lookout points, where you can stretch out your journey and take in increasingly impressive views of the Rockies. Many experienced Mount Evans Scenic Byway drivers recommend that newcomers take the guided tour and pay special attention to Echo Lake Park, which will be reached at roughly the midway point.
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Mt. Evans Scenic Byway
Visitors looking for things to do around Denver in addition to in the city itself are encouraged to take a drive on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. This 28-mile road, which can be reached via a 40-minute drive, is a great way for you to fully experience the Rocky Mountains. In fact, it is the country's highest paved road, gaining more than 7,000 feet in elevation and reaching 14,130 feet at its highest point.
As you are making your way into the mountains, you will come across several lookout points, where you can stretch out your journey and take in increasingly impressive views of the Rockies. Many experienced Mount Evans Scenic Byway drivers recommend that newcomers take the guided tour and pay special attention to Echo Lake Park, which will be reached at roughly the midway point.

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THINGS TO DO IN DENVER
Denver, Colorado's capital and largest city provides mile-high fun and 300 days of sunshine for its residents and visitors throughout the year. What it offers includes outdoor activities, such as visiting Rocky Mountain National Park and the Denver Zoo, as well as indoor activities, such as visits to the United States Mint and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Several of these attractions are conveniently situated in downtown Denver while others are worth the drive or the taking of public transportation necessary to reach them. Regardless of what interests you have the preponderance of things to do in Denver and near Denver will keep you entertained tomorrow and in other days.
1. Visit Rocky Mountain National Park

One of the features that Denver is most known for is its sitting less than a 30 minute drive from the Rocky Mountains' Front Range. Meanwhile, Rocky Mountain National Park, a 265,000-acre area that is dedicated to preserving much of this beautiful place, is 90 minutes from downtown Denver. It was designated as a national park in 1915, and millions of visitors take in its beauty on an annual basis.
The Continental Divide runs through the middle of it, resulting in a more forested half, which is closer to Denver, and a drier and glaciated half on the other side. Its highest point is Longs Peak, which reaches 14,259 into the sky. Many visiting the park enjoy driving on Trail Ridge Road, which reaches an elevation of 12,183 feet. The easiest way to visit the park would be taking a guided tour from Denver Downtown.
BOOK NOW $195
2. Go on the Denver Foothills Tour to see Red Rocks Amphitheatre

One of the best things to do near Denver Colorado is going on the Denver Foothills Tour, of which a visit to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a highlight. Also enjoyed on this trip is a breathtaking view from Lookout Mountain, which is also where the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave is located. Next will be a stop at peaceful Evergreen Lake.
Regardless, the time spent at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, arguably the most beautiful amphitheatre in the world, is what many remember most from this journey. Those who fill its 9,525 seats get to enjoy live music and other live performances while being able to also gaze up at the large rock formation that stretches from behind the stage to high above the seating area to the left of the spectators.
BOOK NOW $95
3. Visit Mount Evans Scenic Byway

Visitors looking for things to do around Denver in addition to in the city itself are encouraged to take a drive on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. This 28-mile road, which can be reached via a 40-minute drive, is a great way for you to fully experience the Rocky Mountains. In fact, it is the country's highest paved road, gaining more than 7,000 feet in elevation and reaching 14,130 feet at its highest point.
As you are making your way into the mountains, you will come across several lookout points, where you can stretch out your journey and take in increasingly impressive views of the Rockies. Many experienced Mount Evans Scenic Byway drivers recommend that newcomers take the guided tour and pay special attention to Echo Lake Park, which will be reached at roughly the midway point.
BOOK NOW $195
4. Discover Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods

A couple more things to do near Denver that you should consider are visiting Pikes Peak and the Gardens of the Gods, both of which are near Colorado Springs, to the south of Denver. Although separate areas, the Garden of the Gods provides a tremendous opportunity to take in a gorgeous view of Pikes Pike.
Within the Garden of the Gods is an impressive group of picturesque red rock formations and a nice collection of hiking trails. In fact, it has such a reputation that TripAdvisor named it the nation's best park, ahead of runner-up Central Park in New York.
Meanwhile, Pikes Peak has an elevation of 14,115 feet and is the highest point in the United States from it to the east. One memorable and comfortable way to climb it is taking a guided tour via the Pikes Peak Highway.
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5. Denver Botanic Gardens

If you are looking for things to do in Denver Colorado that are picturesque, a trip to the Denver Botanic Gardens is recommended. It provides a peaceful respite from all of the activities that the city center offers. This oasis of greenery offers 23 acres of theme gardens as well as the UMB Bank Amphitheater, which has a capacity of up to 1,300.
Simply put, this is a place where it is easy to fall in love with its beauty. You can spend hours here browsing its 50 gardens, which range from a traditional Japanese garden to an area that displays plants native to South Africa. Art aficionados will also enjoy the many art exhibits on display here at various times throughout the year. Also note that guided tours enhance many visitors' experiences.
6. Denver Zoo

Another of the nature-focused Denver Colorado attractions is the Denver Zoo. In fact, a Visit Denver survey found that it was the top paid attraction in the city. It is also viewed by many as one of the best zoos in the country. More than 2 million people visit it in a normal year and enjoy seeing and learning more about the 4,000 animals that call this place home.
One of its most memorable attractions is Bear Mountain, which is an area that mimics bears' natural habits as closely as possible using rock outcroppings taken from elsewhere in Colorado. Also popular is Predator Ridge, where animals such as hyenas and lions roam. Meanwhile, Primate Panorama is a great place to check out monkeys swinging from tree branches. Some visitors will also want to time their trips to certain parts of the zoo with feeding times there.
7. Downtown Aquarium

Those who love aquatic animals should ensure that a visit to Downtown Aquarium is on their list of Denver Colorado things to do. It is home to a million gallons of water and thousands of animals, including impressive creatures such as sharks and even Sumatran tigers, which are endangered and which, contrary to the reputation that feline animals have, enjoy swimming. You can also get into the water yourself through its Swim with the Fish and Dive with the Sharks programs.
One of the focuses of this aquarium is on the path that water takes along the Colorado River towards the Pacific Ocean; note that this river normally does not reach ocean water as it usually dries up just prior to reaching the Gulf of California. Another focus is on Indonesia's Kampar River, which empties into the Strait of Malacca, which is connected with the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
8. Denver Museum of Nature & Science

A visit to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is another of the top things to do in Denver for people who enjoy educating themselves as it is a great resource for those who want to learn more about the natural history of the Centennial State, the world and the universe. One of the best ways to do the latter is to take a visit to its 125-seat Gates Planetarium. Also in the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a 440-seat Phipps IMAX Theater.
Its exhibits include dinosaur bones dating hundreds of millions of years and Egyptian mummies that are thousands of years old. It also has a wildlife exhibit that provides information on animals that are based throughout the world. Overall, it touches upon anthropology, geology, health sciences, space sciences, paleontology and zoology.
9. Children's Museum of Denver

One of the best Denver attractions to bring kids to is this one. It provides an enjoyable, hands-on approach to learning that has young ones talking about the experience for time to come with its impressive variety of exhibits and fun plays capes. Some of the activities that children can take part in include challenging their minds on computer games, learning about science in laboratories and being a cashier in a play grocery store.
Also, many children enjoy hearing about faraway lands and various types of adventures during its StoryTime, which is generally held during the middle of the day. This time can be a great one for both children and adults to relax. Spanish-language StoryTime sessions are sometimes scheduled as well.
Note that neither adults nor children can be unaccompanied while visiting the Children's Museum of Denver; all children need to have at least one corresponding adult with them and vice versa.
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Museo Infantil de Denver en el Campus Marsico
2121 Children's Museum Dr
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THINGS TO DO IN DENVER
Denver, Colorado's capital and largest city provides mile-high fun and 300 days of sunshine for its residents and visitors throughout the year. What it offers includes outdoor activities, such as visiting Rocky Mountain National Park and the Denver Zoo, as well as indoor activities, such as visits to the United States Mint and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Several of these attractions are conveniently situated in downtown Denver while others are worth the drive or the taking of public transportation necessary to reach them. Regardless of what interests you have the preponderance of things to do in Denver and near Denver will keep you entertained tomorrow and in other days.
1. Visit Rocky Mountain National Park

One of the features that Denver is most known for is its sitting less than a 30 minute drive from the Rocky Mountains' Front Range. Meanwhile, Rocky Mountain National Park, a 265,000-acre area that is dedicated to preserving much of this beautiful place, is 90 minutes from downtown Denver. It was designated as a national park in 1915, and millions of visitors take in its beauty on an annual basis.
The Continental Divide runs through the middle of it, resulting in a more forested half, which is closer to Denver, and a drier and glaciated half on the other side. Its highest point is Longs Peak, which reaches 14,259 into the sky. Many visiting the park enjoy driving on Trail Ridge Road, which reaches an elevation of 12,183 feet. The easiest way to visit the park would be taking a guided tour from Denver Downtown.
BOOK NOW $195
2. Go on the Denver Foothills Tour to see Red Rocks Amphitheatre

One of the best things to do near Denver Colorado is going on the Denver Foothills Tour, of which a visit to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a highlight. Also enjoyed on this trip is a breathtaking view from Lookout Mountain, which is also where the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave is located. Next will be a stop at peaceful Evergreen Lake.
Regardless, the time spent at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, arguably the most beautiful amphitheatre in the world, is what many remember most from this journey. Those who fill its 9,525 seats get to enjoy live music and other live performances while being able to also gaze up at the large rock formation that stretches from behind the stage to high above the seating area to the left of the spectators.
BOOK NOW $95
3. Visit Mount Evans Scenic Byway

Visitors looking for things to do around Denver in addition to in the city itself are encouraged to take a drive on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. This 28-mile road, which can be reached via a 40-minute drive, is a great way for you to fully experience the Rocky Mountains. In fact, it is the country's highest paved road, gaining more than 7,000 feet in elevation and reaching 14,130 feet at its highest point.
As you are making your way into the mountains, you will come across several lookout points, where you can stretch out your journey and take in increasingly impressive views of the Rockies. Many experienced Mount Evans Scenic Byway drivers recommend that newcomers take the guided tour and pay special attention to Echo Lake Park, which will be reached at roughly the midway point.
BOOK NOW $195
4. Discover Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods

A couple more things to do near Denver that you should consider are visiting Pikes Peak and the Gardens of the Gods, both of which are near Colorado Springs, to the south of Denver. Although separate areas, the Garden of the Gods provides a tremendous opportunity to take in a gorgeous view of Pikes Pike.
Within the Garden of the Gods is an impressive group of picturesque red rock formations and a nice collection of hiking trails. In fact, it has such a reputation that TripAdvisor named it the nation's best park, ahead of runner-up Central Park in New York.
Meanwhile, Pikes Peak has an elevation of 14,115 feet and is the highest point in the United States from it to the east. One memorable and comfortable way to climb it is taking a guided tour via the Pikes Peak Highway.
BOOK NOW $210
5. Denver Botanic Gardens

If you are looking for things to do in Denver Colorado that are picturesque, a trip to the Denver Botanic Gardens is recommended. It provides a peaceful respite from all of the activities that the city center offers. This oasis of greenery offers 23 acres of theme gardens as well as the UMB Bank Amphitheater, which has a capacity of up to 1,300.
Simply put, this is a place where it is easy to fall in love with its beauty. You can spend hours here browsing its 50 gardens, which range from a traditional Japanese garden to an area that displays plants native to South Africa. Art aficionados will also enjoy the many art exhibits on display here at various times throughout the year. Also note that guided tours enhance many visitors' experiences.
6. Denver Zoo

Another of the nature-focused Denver Colorado attractions is the Denver Zoo. In fact, a Visit Denver survey found that it was the top paid attraction in the city. It is also viewed by many as one of the best zoos in the country. More than 2 million people visit it in a normal year and enjoy seeing and learning more about the 4,000 animals that call this place home.
One of its most memorable attractions is Bear Mountain, which is an area that mimics bears' natural habits as closely as possible using rock outcroppings taken from elsewhere in Colorado. Also popular is Predator Ridge, where animals such as hyenas and lions roam. Meanwhile, Primate Panorama is a great place to check out monkeys swinging from tree branches. Some visitors will also want to time their trips to certain parts of the zoo with feeding times there.
7. Downtown Aquarium

Those who love aquatic animals should ensure that a visit to Downtown Aquarium is on their list of Denver Colorado things to do. It is home to a million gallons of water and thousands of animals, including impressive creatures such as sharks and even Sumatran tigers, which are endangered and which, contrary to the reputation that feline animals have, enjoy swimming. You can also get into the water yourself through its Swim with the Fish and Dive with the Sharks programs.
One of the focuses of this aquarium is on the path that water takes along the Colorado River towards the Pacific Ocean; note that this river normally does not reach ocean water as it usually dries up just prior to reaching the Gulf of California. Another focus is on Indonesia's Kampar River, which empties into the Strait of Malacca, which is connected with the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
8. Denver Museum of Nature & Science

A visit to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is another of the top things to do in Denver for people who enjoy educating themselves as it is a great resource for those who want to learn more about the natural history of the Centennial State, the world and the universe. One of the best ways to do the latter is to take a visit to its 125-seat Gates Planetarium. Also in the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a 440-seat Phipps IMAX Theater.
Its exhibits include dinosaur bones dating hundreds of millions of years and Egyptian mummies that are thousands of years old. It also has a wildlife exhibit that provides information on animals that are based throughout the world. Overall, it touches upon anthropology, geology, health sciences, space sciences, paleontology and zoology.
9. Children's Museum of Denver

One of the best Denver attractions to bring kids to is this one. It provides an enjoyable, hands-on approach to learning that has young ones talking about the experience for time to come with its impressive variety of exhibits and fun plays capes. Some of the activities that children can take part in include challenging their minds on computer games, learning about science in laboratories and being a cashier in a play grocery store.
Also, many children enjoy hearing about faraway lands and various types of adventures during its StoryTime, which is generally held during the middle of the day. This time can be a great one for both children and adults to relax. Spanish-language StoryTime sessions are sometimes scheduled as well.
Note that neither adults nor children can be unaccompanied while visiting the Children's Museum of Denver; all children need to have at least one corresponding adult with them and vice versa.
shopping plaza
Stanley Marketplace
2501 Dallas StMany view Larimer Square as a must see in Denver. This includes U.S. News & World Report, which ranks it #1 on its list of the Best Things To Do in Denver.
This destination has played a significant role in the history of Denver as this is the community's initial commercial block, having been created for that purpose in 1858 and then serving as its primary business area for decades. Although that focus lessened significantly throughout much of the 1900s, it started being restored in the 1960s.
Today, it serves as a popular contemporary shopping area. In fact, those coming to Denver to do shopping will likely already have Larimer Square on their itineraries as it offers a tremendous variety of wares on sale. However, that is not all that it provides visitors as its various restaurants and nightlife energy attracts visitors for those reasons as well.
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Larimer Square
1430 Larimer StMany view Larimer Square as a must see in Denver. This includes U.S. News & World Report, which ranks it #1 on its list of the Best Things To Do in Denver.
This destination has played a significant role in the history of Denver as this is the community's initial commercial block, having been created for that purpose in 1858 and then serving as its primary business area for decades. Although that focus lessened significantly throughout much of the 1900s, it started being restored in the 1960s.
Today, it serves as a popular contemporary shopping area. In fact, those coming to Denver to do shopping will likely already have Larimer Square on their itineraries as it offers a tremendous variety of wares on sale. However, that is not all that it provides visitors as its various restaurants and nightlife energy attracts visitors for those reasons as well.
Recreational Center
We provide free passes for our guests
*please ask me ahead of time. if you will need to use the facility.
*please let me know the number of adults and children that will need pass
*Please let me know how many days you will need the pass for.
Moorhead Recreation Center
2390 Havana StWe provide free passes for our guests
*please ask me ahead of time. if you will need to use the facility.
*please let me know the number of adults and children that will need pass
*Please let me know how many days you will need the pass for.
Concert
best place to watch a concert . check their website to see who's playing...
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Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda Parkwaybest place to watch a concert . check their website to see who's playing...
Fun and Games
Elitch Gardens
2000 Elitch Cir