Denver is a vibrant city at the base of the Rocky Mountains. With 300 annual days of sunshine, The Mile High City is a year-round destination that combines rich Western heritage and passion for the outdoors with urban excitement. The downtown features chef-owned restaurants, brewpubs, professional sports, shopping and family attractions. Denver is the premier gateway to the best of the Western USA’s national parks including Mesa Verde, one of four national parks in Colorado, as well as Yellowstone in Wyoming and the Canyonlands in Utah.
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Address: 1575 California Street, Denver
+1 303 892 1505
Opening Hours: May - October:
Monday-Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm
November - April:
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm
In the wake of the California Gold Rush, prospectors hoped to strike their own reserve of wealth and riches in the streams of the Rocky Mountains and the South Platte River. Today citizens of Denver have riches worth far more than precious metal. They have a prosperous city inlaid in horizons of prairie fields and the mighty Rockies mountainside.
As a part of America’s pioneering history, Denver is riddled with historical elements. The Colorado Railroad Museum showcases the city’s tenacity in constructing an entirely citizen-built rail system, which connected Denver to the transcontinental railroad. Remnants of the Wild West can be found in areas like the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, allowing visitors to step into the Old Western lifestyle. Other landmarks of esteem include the world’s largest single producer of coins, the Denver Mint.
Laden with parks, trails, gardens, museums, and districts, Denver is a tributary of its citizens. Taking an active interest and pride in their city’s evolution, Denverites even approved a sales tax in 1988 that would go to maintaining Denver’s cultural and scientific facilities—a tax still implemented today. Don’t be fooled, though, for the city knows how to relax and show its citizens and visitors a good time. This is evidenced by Denver being the largest brewer of beer in the country.
Mile High Holidays (November-January)
National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (January)
Denver Restaurant Week (February)
Denver Day of Rock (May)
PrideFest (June)
Cherry Creek Arts Festival (July)
Denver 4th of July Weekend
Denver Labor Day Weekend (September)
Denver Beer Week (September)
Denver Arts Week (November)
As a city crafted among the natural wonders of the Rocky Mountains and High Plains, much of Denver’s appeal resides in exploring its ethereal beauty. It possesses a rich cultural and geographical history, both of which are created via Denver's plethora of museums and natural trails. Denver offers attractions for all ages: the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, with its dinosaur exhibits, Space Odyssey, digital planetarium and IMAX theater; the Denver Performing Arts Complex, home to 10 venues offering theater, opera, symphony, ballet and Broadway touring shows; History Colorado Center, telling the stories of the past through people and places; Denver Botanic Gardens, a lush oasis in the middle of the city; the Denver Art Museum, with its acclaimed American Indian and Western art collections; and the Clyfford Still Museum, showcasing the work of this American abstract expressionist.
Mount Evans
Denver Zoo
Cherry Creek Bike Trail
Lower Downtown Denver
Denver Botanic Gardens
Children’s Museum of Denver Marisco Campus
Empower Stadium at Mile High
Molly Brown House Museum
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Denver Art Museum
Washington Park
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey
Clyfford Still Museum
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Colorado State Capitol
Forney Transportation Museum
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Rocky Mountain Adventures
Coors Field
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
The city’s farm-to-table epicenter, Larimer Square buzzes with outdoor dining and a twinkling canopy of lights. Denver Union Station – the city's elegant transit hub – is a foodie destination as well. The historic building houses many restaurants and bars, including Mercantile Dining & Provision, a unique restaurant-market combination.
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
Mercantile Dining and Provision
Wynkoop Brewing Company
Ophelia's Electric Soapbox
Beckon
The Wolf's Tailor
TAG
ChopHouse & Brewery Denver
Rioja
Sushi Den
Denver Central Market
Snooze
Linger
Avanti Food & Beverage
Root Down
The Source
5280 Burger Bar
Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs
One simply cannot find a better setting for enjoying a good cup of coffee than Denver’s many mountainside cafes. Some cafes solely specialize in serving breakfast, so rest assured that breakfast is taken seriously at such establishments. The usuals, such as coffee and tea, are something that you can, of course, expect to find in any single one of them.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Huckleberry Roasters
Crema Bodega
Lucile's Creole Café
Pigtrain Coffee
Cuba Cuba Sandwicheria
Stella's Coffee House
Denver is a city rife with expectation of having a good time. Its nightlife delivers on the unspoken promise with its South of Colfax nightlife district, as well as the Larimer Square clubs & bars. Denver has an eclectic, even sultry mix of venues for your after-daylight adventures. They brew more beer in the Denver Metropolitan area than in any other city in the USA. The beer culture is relaxed, fun and innovative. Microbreweries take advantage of Colorado’s pure mountain water to produce over 200 different beers every day. From jazz lounges to sports bars, nighttime on the mountainside beckons.
The Hi-Dive
Lannie's Clocktower Cabaret
The Grizzly Rose
Great Divide Brewery
Cruise Room
Blue Moon Brewing Company
Denver Beer Co
Cooper Lounge
Ratio Beerworks
Nocturne
Bluebird Theater
The backdrop of stupendous mountain ranges only adds to the well-maintained, well-equipped shopping centers and districts of Denver. Many are incredibly walker- and biker-friendly, making the shopping experience not only a happy one, but a healthy one as well. Try the high-end Cherry Creek Shopping District, with both indoor and outdoor options, and the 16th Street Mall, where you’ll find all of your favorite American brands. If a unique, local shopping experience is your thing, then check out the boutique shops at Larimer Square right in the heart of downtown. You’ll find a range of high-quality and distinctive local designers offering clothing, accessories, jewelry, wine, chocolate, home goods, and salon and spa services.
16th Street Mall
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Denver Pavilions
Cherry Creek North
Rockmount Ranch Wear
Tattered Cover Book Store
Denver Premium Outlets
Northfield Stapleton
Park Meadows Mall
Colorado Mills
Flatiron Crossing
Art District on Santa Fe
Hope Tank
Twist & Shout Records
Roberta's Chocolates, Candies & Nuts
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
Regal Vintage
The Truffle Cheese Shop
Passport / Visa
Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.
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Denver International Airport
The primary airport servicing the Denver area is also the second largest airport in the United States.
The airport is 24.4 miles (39.9 kilometers) northeast of downtown Denver with ground transportation available from the level 5 Jeppesen Terminal.
SkyRide a convenient and cheap bus service to and from Denver International Airport (DIA). Catch frequent SkyRide buses throughout the RTD service area at bus stops and at many Park-n-Rides. Buses run every day with 15 minute intervals, tickets may be purchased at RTD counters.
Other available transportation includes taxi services, rental car companies, hotel shuttles, public bus, commuter shuttles, luxury limousines, mountain carriers, and charter buses.
Address: 8500 Peña Blvd, Denver
Email: info@flydenver.com
Phone: +1 303 342 2000
Website: www.flydenver.com
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Best Time to Visit
Denver sits conveniently en route to the slopes of the Rocky Mountains, which makes it a must-visit for those making their way there during the winter. There is a multitude of events going on around Christmas time, which is an added incentive.
For city exploration, the summers are best, with warm, yet not uncomfortable hot temperatures.
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Public Transport
Coordination of public transportation in Denver is managed by the Regional Transportation District (RTD). Purchase a daily RTD pass if you're planning to use public transport all day. Passes may be bought online at www.rtd-denver.com or various retail outlets:
Civic Center Station
Broadway & 16th St, Denver
7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. weekdays
Boulder Junction at Depot Square Station
3175 Pearl Parkway, Boulder
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
closed 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. for lunch
Downtown Boulder Station
14th St & Walnut, Boulder
7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. weekdays
Address: Broadway & 16th St, Denver
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Taxi
The following cab companies serve the Denver area:
Denver Yellow Cab
+ 1 303 777 7777
Freedom Cabs
+1 303 444 4444
Metro Taxi
+1 303 333 3333
Union Taxi Cooperative
+1 303 922 2222
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Post
Post offices and mail boxes can be found all around the city.
Some addresses are:
450 W 14th Ave, Denver
1541 Marion St, Denver
2620 E 12th Ave, Denver
3700 Tennyson St, Denver
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Phone: +1 303 433 6477
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Pharmacy
Abundant locations of Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, Target and various independent chain store retailers.
One Walgreens open 24/7 is located at:
Address: 1111 S Colorado Blvd, Denver
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Phone: +1 303 758 8083
Website: www.walgreens.com
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Telephone
Country code: +1
Area codes in Denver: 303 and 720
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Electricity
120V, 60 Hz
Plug types A & B
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