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Denver Botanic Gardens ©
Garden
Denver Botanic Gardens , Denver
4.7
Experience the varied ecosystems of Colorado at Denver Botanic Gardens, an oasis in the center of the Mile High City and one of the first bot
Mount Evans ©
Mountain
Mount Evans , Denver
4.8
Towering 4,348 m (14,265 ft) above the Great Plains, Mount Evans serves as a symbol of the Denver skyline and the site of the highest paved r
Tours from $6
Denver Museum of Nature & Science ©
Observatory
Denver Museum of Nature & Science , Denver
4.6
Home to exhibits related to geology, paleontology, space, and much more, Denver Museum of Nature & Science will give you a detailed tour thro
Tours from $112
Garden of the Gods ©
Park
Garden of the Gods , Colorado Springs
4.8
Admire one of the country’s most impressive archaeological wonders at Garden of the Gods. The 552 hectare (1,364 acre) public park is famous
Tours from $115
Denver Zoo ©
Zoo
Denver Zoo , Denver
4.4
The first natural-style zoo in North America, Denver Zoo is home to 3,800 animals of more than 650 species. Look for features like bear mount

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Denver

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Gardens · Historic Sites · Zoos
Things to do in Denver reveal one of America's fastest developing urban centers. The biodiversity of the varied Colorado ecosystems lies on display at Denver Botanic Gardens, while sports fans shouldn't miss an opportunity to explore Coors Field, home to the Colorado Rockies. Art and history enthusiasts can marvel at the renowned Native American collection at Denver Art Museum, and those keen on air and space travel can learn about advanced technology at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum.

Side trips from Denver

Garden of the Gods ©
Park
Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park ©
Theme Park
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Manitou Springs
4.2
Duration: 8 hours
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Photography Tour
Photography Tours
Estes Park
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
Trail Ridge Road ©
Scenic Drive
Trail Ridge Road
Rocky Mountain National Park
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Denver

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Denver Union Station ©
Historic Site
Denver Union Station
4.4
Duration: 4 hours
Molly Brown House Museum ©
Historic Site
Molly Brown House Museum
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception ©
Religious Site
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Holy Ghost Catholic Church ©
Church
Holy Ghost Catholic Church
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Denver

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Denver Art Museum ©
Art Museum
Denver Art Museum
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Forney Museum of Transportation ©
Specialty Museum
Forney Museum of Transportation
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Clyfford Still Museum ©
Art Museum
Clyfford Still Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Denver

Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey Tour ©
Distillery
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey Tour
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art ©
Specialty Museum
Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Climbing Tour
Climbing Tours
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
National Ballpark Museum ©
Specialty Museum
National Ballpark Museum
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes

Breweries & Distilleries in Denver

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Beer Tasting / Tour
Beer Tastings & Tours
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
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Distillery Tour
Distillery Tours
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Leopold Bros. Distillery ©
Distillery
Leopold Bros. Distillery
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Great Divide Brewing Co. ©
Brewery
Great Divide Brewing Co.
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

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Where to stay in Denver

Denver Botanic Gardens ©
For a touch of class near all Denver's major attractions, book a room at one of the city's historical hotels, built during the late-19th century silver rush. Denver's oldest hotels feature opulent oak furnishings, silver chandeliers, and frescoed walls, as well as spacious rooms packed with high-tech gadgets. If you're planning your visit on a limited budget, consider the affordable hostels and bed and breakfasts located outside the central part of town. Alternatively, you can also stay at one of the mid-range hotels near the airport.
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